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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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122A Highgate, Kendal
Standard Theatre Seated
Norrie Tago MacIver is a singer songwriter from the Isle of Lewis. Until November 2025 he was the lead singer of Skipinnish, one of Scotland's most popular and dynamic folk bands, for nine years. Known for his powerful voice,…
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
Pumpkin Picking After Dark takes everything people love about pumpkin picking and turns it into a fun autumn night out for grown-ups.
Across the pumpkin patch you'll find thousands of pumpkins ready to pick, along with themed photo opportunities,…
Walby Farm Park, Carlisle
Moresby, Whitehaven
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics.
Don't miss your chance to see our latest hand-picked selection of multiple stand-ups from the national circuit. Their names may not seem familiar but many are successful…
Keswick
Step into the spotlight for an unforgettable Jersey Boys Tribute Night, featuring live performances, a delicious two-course dinner and a complimentary welcome drink on arrival.
Start your evening with a complimentary welcome drink before enjoying a…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Performed by GERARD LOGAN
Directed by GARETH ARMSTRONG
Music by SIMON SLATER
Hauntings is a spellbinding evening of three tales of the supernatural from two of the world's greatest writers of ghost stories, E.F. Benson and M.R. James.
With…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Live/Wire: the AC/DC Show bring TNT High Voltage Dirty Deeds to Kendal!
AC/DC, arguably the greatest rock band of all time, are brought to life by Live/Wire with the true passion you would expect from professional musicians who share your love of…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world, Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years has toured extensively in the UK, Europe, Australia and USA, receiving standing ovations and selling out theatres night after night.
Fronted…
Cumbria
Move from 'How do I find the words', to feeling the satisfaction of engaging in a creative process as emotions become words on the paper in front of you. Inspired by what is under your feet, what you can hear, see & feel as you move around the…
Windermere
On the tour you'll take a close look at the exterior features of Townend, the unique 17th century home of the Browne family and get the rare chance to peer inside Townend barn, one of the few surviving examples of a Lakeland bank barn, on the…
Townend, Windermere
122A Highgate, Kendal
Standard Theatre Seated
Legendary guitarist and songwriter Martin Simpson will release his new album Some Kind of Jubilee on Topic Records, his musical home for more than two decades, and joins us at Brewery Arts to celebrate this release and play…
Grasmere
Are you ready for a spooky Halloween? Join us for hot chocolate, gingerbread, and Halloween crafts in our cosy Learning Space. Children will have fun dressing up in Georgian costumes while learning about the Wordsworths and hearing some of their…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
Windermere
An unforgettable escape to Merewood, with a deliciously dark twist…
Step into the glamour and intrigue of the roaring twenties for a night unlike any other at Merewood. Expect an evening of laughter, suspense and scandal as a thrilling murder…
Inspiration
Live Music at Wainwrights' Inn this July. Friday 3rd July. Kev Kendal. 8-10pm Saturday 18th July.…
14 stalls selling Antiques, Vintage and Collectablesbles
This exhibition brings together two emerging portrait painters. Lela Harris gives depth and…
Take your seats and join the fun as Peter Rabbit and his friends hop from page to stage in a…
12-4pm | 16+ yrs Introduction to Stained Glass is designed to teach all the basic skills in order…
Cumbria Festival Chorus and Orchestra (led by Pam Redman) perform Verdi's great Requiem, conducted…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Paddleboarding will be back in 2026 Try something new and have a splashing time! We've again…
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
School's out for summer, so why not get creative and make your very own bunting to brighten up your…
Kids go home. Adults Go Ape. Looking for an after work activity in the Lake District this summer?…
Step away from the rush of everyday life and join Hannah for a 3 hour guided forest bathing…
The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…
Female-only, non competitive walking event with bite-sized bits of adventure bookending the walk
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
12-4pm | 16+ yrs Introduction to Stained Glass is designed to teach all the basic skills in order…
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and…
The Flower Club at Cumberland Flower Farm is back! After a long break, we're relaunching our…
This retreat is a spiritual and creative journey, a cocoon of connection, to ourselves, to each…
Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
Our popular Introduction to outdoor swimming course takes place at either Rydal Water or Waterhead,…
Every Sunday at 2pm Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the…
Immersion Theatre will be putting on their outdoor production of The Jungle Book at Levens Hall…
Step right up and prepare to be transported back in time with Big Kid Circus: Jurassic — the most…


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