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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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Coniston
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness of the night sky in the heart of the Lake District.
It is an evening full of adventure, star gazing, stories and mythology and of course lots of fun!…
Coniston Water, Coniston
Penrith
The one hour family show features some of Britain's funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy, magic, illusions, the amazing girl in the spinning bottle, cartoon characters, plate spinning, an acrobatic human slinky, puppets, prizes and…
The Rheged Centre, Penrith
Whitehaven
Drop in any time between 12-3pm to lend Ranger Chris a hand with planting spring bulbs to brighten up this stretch of coast and provide nectar sources for pollinators.
Come to the Whitehaven Coast for lend a hand days and get your hands dirty…
Cockermouth
Join Jessie McMeekin as she tells tales by the kitchen fire to horrify and delight you.
This event is suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
This event is free but normal admission charges apply…
Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth
Penrith
I don't know why she swallowed a fly...... But The People's Theatre Company do!
And now you can too as they bring the world's best loved nonsense rhyme to life just in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pam Adams' best-selling book!
The Rheged Centre, Penrith
Moresby, Whitehaven
Nosferatu (1922) is arguably the film that gave birth to the horror genre.
Notable as the first cinematic interpretation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, its combination of expressionistic acting and unforgettable images render it just as powerful and…
Penrith
A full day photography course under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the Year, author and photographer of Forty Farms, and Rich Jones -a Professional Photographer.
The morning will be spent at Glencoyne Farm in Ullswater…
Coniston
This very special full day photography workshop is guided by Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the Year, author and photographer of Forty Farms, and Rich Jones, a Cumbria based Professional Photographer.
The course will be held at Yew Tree…
Grisedale Bridge, Glenridding
LOVE the landscape. Capture the dawn and Autumn colours through the lens on board a 2/3-hour cruise. This is a unique and very special memory making experience for early bird enthusiasts plus it's a great opportunity to meet local photographers,…
Ullswater Steamers, Glenridding
Penrith
Try your hand at glass fusing and have fun making your own Christmas decorations with hands-on guidance from Roxanne. You will learn all you need to know to design and produce three to six decorations, including an introduction to different forms of…
The Rheged Centre, Penrith
Braithwaite, Keswick
The full Beaver Moon is symbolised by busy beavers, preparing for the winter months ahead. It is our last push to get everything in order, before we head within for the winter months. Connecting with our intuition it is an opportunity for deep self…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Lake Rd, Keswick
A high-flying adventure for all the family…
Raised in the Indian jungle, Mowgli the man cub spends his boyhood days running wild with his wolf friends and hunting with the pack.
Inspiration
Forge Festival 2024 is an ambitious young person-led festival with young creatives and early career…
Theresa Taylor is an artist based in Lancaster, at the edge of the Bowland Fells. She works out of…
Tony and BAFTA Award winner Ralph Fiennes (Antony & Cleopatra, Schindler's List, Coriolanus) and…
Internationally and critically acclaimed, The Freddie & QUEEN Experience are the UK's Premier Queen…
If you're dreaming of an adventure by bike, check out the Cycle Touring Festival, taking place from…
Join us for celestial exploration of flavour for one night only, Saturday 4th May 2024. To…
Join us at Carlisle Cathedral on the first Saturday every month for Carlisle Farmers' Market. In…
Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of any sort of… disappointed love. Catherine…
Aigul Akmetshina performs the title role in Damiano Michieletto's sizzling new production of…
Enjoy a relaxed visit to the Gosling Sike wildlife garden where we'll share planting ideas that are…
Join the celebration of Mugenkyo's landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
Sally's Army invites you to join them on Sunday 5th May 2024 at 3pm in St Andrew's Church, Penrith…
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing…
Sarah, based in Penrith, Cumbria, an ideal base to explore the Lakes, Cumbrian coastline, and the…
Join lots of proud classic vehicle owners as they bring their private vehicles to display at the…
The Lakeland Historic Car Club meet on the first Saturday of every month at the museum and Cafe…
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere in Cumbria, this extensive working mill produced literally…
Connect with other visitors and explore the space through their illustrations and ideas. Engage…
Simply enter the event, then choose whichever course you prefer daily. With six courses to choose…
Ambleside & District Choral Society present an evening with the three greatest composers of the…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
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