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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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Nr Kendal
Join us for an inspiring guided walk with acclaimed photographer Joanne Coates, as we explore her site-specific works Daughters of the Soil.
Learn smartphone photography tips, discover nature-friendly farming, and see how images tell stories of…
Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Kendal
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
We're delighted to invite you to a special Meet the Maker event with artist Frances Priest, offering a rare opportunity to experience her creative process up close at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house.
The event will include an artist-led tour…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Kendal
An exhibition of spring-flowering plants combined with a plant fair featuring 8 nurseries from across the UK.
Kendal
The Flower Show is a competetive exhibtion of some 150 classes of flowering plants, and this is combined with a Plant Fair where visitors can purchase from different specialist nurseries from all over the UK.
The event is organised for the Alpine…
Grasmere
As the 250th anniversary celebrations of JMW Turner come to an end, join Dean Hines on a tour through the Lakes inspired by the Turner watercolours in the Wordsworth Trust's fine art collection. These works, composed at opposite ends of Turner's…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
Penrith
Acorn Bank can be found at Temple Sowerby, just a few miles east of Penrith and situated between the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North Pennines Area of Natural Beauty. It is within reach of Leeds, Middlesbrough,…
Acorn Bank, Penrith
The Abbey, Carlisle
This event is free to enter; there will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert - please give what you can to support the artist and the Cathedral. Take some time out of your day and unwind with a free afternoon recital . Whether you're…
Millom
With Lost Dog's blend of dance, theatre and comedy, this Juliet and Romeo reveals the real story behind Shakespeare's famous lovers.
It turns out they didn't die in a tragic misunderstanding, they grew up and lived happily ever after.
Well, they…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Ursula Leveaux, bassoon | Martin Hughes, violin
Fay Sweet, viola | Deborah Findley, cello
Programme to include:
VOGEL | Quartet Op. 5, No. 1 in F major]
KODÁLY | Intermezzo for string trio
KROMMER | Quartet Op. 46 No. 1 in B flat major
Moresby, Whitehaven
Irish Folk Legends THE FUREYS Announce Final Concert as Part of Farewell Tour
After numerous visits here for many decades, THE FUREYS will play their final concert as part of their FAREWELL TOUR.
Legends of Irish music & song, The FUREYS renowned…
Millom
Whitechapel. 1888. Between August and November a series of women are brutally murdered. The identity of the killer remains a mystery. Until now..?
It's the greatest unsolved case in criminal history. One that continues to confuse and confound.…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Comedy Club is our ever-popular and ever-hilarious night featuring some of the best UK comedians on the UK stand-up circuit for your laughing pleasure. Sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh your socks off!
More Spring Comedy fun to brighten up…
Inspiration
The International Textile Exhibition is back with fifteen different countries being represented.…
Snowdrop Weekends are back for 2026. Weekends from the 7 February are a chance to visit whilst the…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has…
Enjoy a relaxed and creative family day out this February half term at Blackwell – the Arts &…
Looking for the perfect way to keep the kids entertained this February Half Term? Walby Farm Park…
The Story of Swing A Musical Journey Through Decades of Iconic Swing & Big Band Music From The…
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Wed 14 Jan- 25 Mar (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Virginia Woolf defied literary conventions to depict rich inner worlds – her heightened, startling…
Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
Crash! Bang! Kapow! COMICS: The Famous & Forgotten tells the story of comic art in Britain – from…
Join us for a magical guided evening walk through the forest. Listen out for owls, learn about…
We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…
As winter gives way to spring, this exhibition celebrates renewal and transformation through the…
Feel the bass with DJ VK Hal on Valentine's night for some funky sounds and psychedelic lighting…
Artseen Tuesday is a fun and lively class. Here you can develop your skills in art, craft and…
Wed 14 Jan-25 Mar (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
Meet the Green Door Artists Sunday 15 February 2-4pm Meet some of the artists and makers from the…
Come and join us for a nature-inspired painting party! This time, you'll be creating "Hedgie…


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