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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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Carlisle
Following the success of its inaugural event in 2023, the Cumbria Business Expo will return to Carlisle Racecourse in 2024 on Friday 20th September.
Grasmere
The epic swimrun event is back! An adventure through the stunning forests, lakes and mountains of the Lake District National Park. Come join us for the Ultra (45km), Full (21.1km) or Middle (12.3km) course, with options to join as a SOLO entry or as…
Crow Park Road, Keswick
One of the most scenic half marathon routes in the country. The challenging course takes you around Derwentwater with an extra loop into the Newlands valley.
Organised by Keswick Rugby Club
County Square, Ulverston
Mark Lundquist Productions
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Direct from a weeklong run in London's West End, a SOLD-OUT Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe!…
Bowness-on-Windermere
It's time for an evening of murder and melodrama as the stage is set for some super soprano sleuthing! The Divine Diva has died on the opening night and it's up to you to work in harmony, hit all the right notes and solve the crime. Was it the…
Main St, Ravenglass
Enjoy a fish & chip supper and a return evening train ride up the Eskdale valley. Your ticket includes a return journey, starting at Ravenglass station pulled by one of our diesel engines, and a fish & chip supper with mushy peas. In 2024 we…
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass
Kendal
Cinema | (12A) | 109 minutes
Romantics, dreamers, and thinkers will be captivated by this story of transformation, hope, and love.
Based on the award-winning memoir, Surprised by Oxford is the incredible true story of Caro Drake, a young,…
County Square, Ulverston
Sandarac Productions Limited presents
The Floyd Effect – Dark Animals Tour
Dark Animals Tour 2024-5
Two of Pink Floyd's finest albums, complete and unabridged… and more
Was Animals the darkest Pink Floyd album ever recorded? Drawing upon material…
Windermere
Spending that unplanned night out in the outdoors is always daunting. Always be prepared – learn the skills to be self-sufficient in the wild and implement them in our reality-based two day bushcraft and survival training experience in the Lake…
Whitehaven
One man, one monster, one glorious dream to singlehandedly tell the most famous cult horror story of all time, and absolutely no budget whatsoever. What could possibly go wrong?
Greystoke, Penrith
Painting Seascapes and Water in Oil Pastels with Roy Simmons ... Beginners and intermediates.
Join Roy for another enjoyable and relaxed day, experimenting with oil pastels under his enhtusiastic guidance.
They say oil and water do not mix,…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Greystoke, Penrith
The Walton Tote - 2 days
Fri 24th & Sat 25th November 2023 or Fri 4th Sat 5th Oct 2024
10am to 4.00pm each day
£170 inc. a tasty lunch, fresh coffee & home baking
Materials cost : £28/per person (covers interfacing, interlining, hardware,…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Inspiration
As Kay lives in Cumbria and Gillian lives in the Trossachs, textiles and walking are intertwined…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Spend a weekend learning how to sail our Canoes. They are specifically designed to Sail fast and…
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK.…
Enchanting evenings of music in the forest, with floor spots, special guests and an informal…
Gatesbield is a small sheltered housing association set in award winning gardens in the centre of…
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
We are delighted to welcome back Sue Rowland, who will inspire you to create an original lino print…
An outdoor exhibition based on the award-winning book, Forty Farms by Lakeland Photographer of the…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Ian Wright directs Wigton Choral Society and invited soloists in a celebration of the 200th…
Sarah, based in Penrith, Cumbria, an ideal base to explore the Lakes, Cumbrian coastline, and the…
Cumbria's own La'al Big Band presents an evening of swing, jazz and pop, from classic to…
Cross-Bay Walk in aid of Arnside RNLI Fundraising Branch Saturday 18th May Led by the King's Guide…
Have you ever wished you could pick up a pen and create a beautiful piece of hand lettering? Why…
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing…
A Flagship fundraising event for Walking with the Wounded, individuals, companies and organisations…
Now in its 12th year, the biennial New Light Prize Exhibition is an open art competition which…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
A walking photography workshop around Ambleside and the nearby countryside with photographer Chris…
Bendrigg's infamous 10k course is back with a modern twist! We are thrilled to announce the return…
Often described as the friendliest and most beautiful UK marathon. This wonderful and undulating…
Award winning crime writer Jonathan Whitelaw is flying in from Canada to launch his new book, The…
As part of our "Running Int' Fells" events programme for mental health in May, Alex Staniforth and…
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