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Whatever time of year you want to visit the Lake District, Cumbria, we have something planned to keep you entertained, engaged, and energised. From country fairs and garden parties to beer festivals and agricultural shows, this is very much #ThePlaceToBe – at all times of the year. Whether you are looking for what's on in the Lake District, or what's on in Cumbria, we have you covered with the best list of events taking place.
We Cumbrians love to celebrate things – food, music, literature, culture, the great outdoors – and nothing delights us more than sharing the wealth of our heritage and landscape with visitors from all over the world.
The county comes alive to the sound of music – and we mean all kinds of music, from classical to alt rock. We’ve got festivals aplenty, from folk weekends centred on a brewery to a music festival that also includes outdoor activities – hardly surprising given that the Lake District, Cumbria is known for its natural beauty. Walking festivals, fell runs, competitive bike races, orienteering and challenge events… whatever way you like to tackle or enjoy nature, we’ve got something for you.
When you’re done exerting yourself, you’ll be looking for something to eat - and in Cumbria, we know how to celebrate our remarkable food heritage! There are markets and foodie events all over the county spread throughout the year, from a celebration of marmalade to a chili eating competition. Taste Cumbria hosts a series of great festivals between April and October with lots of food stalls and cooking demos.
And don’t forget beer. We’re big fans of it in Cumbria – we like to brew it, drink it and celebrate its very existence with over a dozen brilliant festivals throughout the year. Discover big events spread over a couple of days that draw in crowds from all over England, and smaller events in cosy pubs deep in the heart of rural Cumbria.
Christmas markets, Easter fairs and seasonal celebrations are huge in the county, too. From agricultural shows to festive fun, we’ve got you covered. How about stepping back in time at the Ulverston Dickensian Festival? Check out our Lake District, Cumbria blog for bags of inspiring articles on places to visit and things to see.
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B5289, Keswick
Celebrate the festive season in style at our Christmas Party Night with DJ Ryan, the perfect event for dancing, dining, and getting into the Christmas spirit. Join us for an unforgettable evening of live DJ entertainment, featuring an energetic mix…
122A Highgate, Kendal
GIANT, the 5-star critically acclaimed play starring John Lithgow (Killers of the Flower Moon, The Crown) as Roald Dahl, comes to the big screen. Winner of 3 Olivier Awards® including Best Play and a Tony Award® for Best Actor in a Play (John…
122A Highgate, Kendal
UK folk royalty The Unthanks perform a special seasonal show, performing songs from their 'In Winter' album.
Described as 'the gold standard' of all winter records alongside Frost and Fire by The Watersons in a five star review from the Times, The…
Ravenglass
Calling all local talent – and local music lovers!
Join us for Muncaster Castle's monthly Open Mic Night, a relaxed and welcoming evening celebrating the best of our local music scene.
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting out, this…
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Moresby, Whitehaven
Beatles Complete return to Rosehill after a sold-out show in July 2025 with a festive treat that will make you want to Get Back for another Hard Days Night!
Having now performed over 200 shows at the world famous Cavern Club, Liverpool based, BC…
Millom
SATURDAY 5TH DECEMBER
Step onto the dancefloor and relive the soundtrack of our lives at our Adults-Only Afternoon Disco, for ages 18+. We'll bring feel-good classics and floor-fillers from the 70s, 80s and 90s, played loud enough to dance to, just…
B5289, Keswick
Step back in time this Christmas with a beautifully nostalgic afternoon at The Borrowdale Hotel.
Enjoy a full festive afternoon tea with tea and coffee, served in the elegant surroundings of this much-loved Lake District country house hotel.…
Cockermouth
Get in to the festive spirit with Taste Cumbria Christmas in Cockermouth on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026.
We treat you to more than just food and drink at our Christmas event. There will be gifts and homewares, seasonal specials and all…
Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Step into a world of seasonal enchantment at Winter Tales at Holker Hall & Gardens — a magical celebration of stories, warmth and festive spirit. Join us in the heart of the historic estate as the incomparable Taffy Thomas, former National…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Moresby, Whitehaven
This holiday season, celebrate the most wonderful time of the year on the big screen with André Rieu's 2026 Christmas Concert – Let It Snow.
This heart warming festive spectacular, filled with beloved Christmas classics, enchanting waltzes, and…
Ulverston
Please join us for our Christmas 10K & 1 Mile Fun Run. Starting on the road, between the clubhouse car park and The Bay Horse Restaurant, this is a flat, fast PB course, weaving through Ulverston and down towards the coast road. It enters the bottom…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Saint-Saëns's spectacular take on the biblical hero of legendary strength and the seductive Philistine whose beauty overpowers him returns in the Met's larger-than-life production. Featuring a massive orchestra and chorus and some of opera's most…
Inspiration
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Every Sunday at 2pm Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the…
Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
An anniversary exhibition celebrating British wool, craftsmanship, collaboration, and twenty-five…
Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Shipping Brow Contemporary 2026 brings together ten young, emerging and/ or contemporary artists…
The Northern String Quartet is a highly acclaimed and award-winning ensemble based in the UK,…
Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable…
Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
Join Poet Laureate Simon Armitage for an unmissable poetry reading in Grasmere. The event will take…
Venture into the fateful night that inspired one of the world's greatest gothic tales: Mary…
Summer of Play stretches across the school summer holidays at Wray. Designed for families and…
Fifty four artists will open their studios or create a pop-up exhibition as part of this free event…
You're seven years old. Mum's in hospital. She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a…
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Conceived by the British painter Daniel Sturgis, On the Thick and Thin of Painting explores the…
a fabulous 4-hour workshop celebrating our fabulous feathered friends, whilst exploring the…
Live music event in aid of the Fire Fighters Charity and Air Ambulance with Entertainment, Raffle,…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Nigel Planer, beloved as Neil the hippy from The Young Ones and a founding figure of the 80s…
The Unseen Child is the story of a young carer who escapes his daily life through fantasy worlds…


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