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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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Braithwaite, Keswick
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that's not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal…
Ambleside
Join professional artist Pui Lee for a full-day, hands-on introduction to Japanese papercraft, inspired by the iconic Daruma doll—a symbol of resilience, perseverance, and good fortune in Japanese culture.
This creative workshop begins with an…
Carlisle
Northern championships running relays event for Northern Athletics affiliated clubs including young athletes 5k championships
122A Highgate, Kendal
The South are back on the road and do what they do best – perform the songs of that great British pop institution, The Beautiful South, to the thousands of fans of these timeless classics.
The South are an impressive 9-piece band who feature former…
Kendal
Join the Westmorland Orchestra for an inspiring evening of orchestral music, led by conductor Melvin Tay.
The concert begins with Arvo Pärt's Cantus in Memoriam Benjamin Britten — a deeply moving piece that unfolds slowly, like the tolling of a…
Holy Trinity, Kendal, Kendal
Ambleside
Slow down and welcome the early days of spring with a day of mindful crafting, creating beautiful crepe paper snowdrops, delicate flowers that symbolise hope, renewal, and the quiet turning of the seasons. In this gentle, hands-on workshop, you'll…
Penrith
Anti clockwise walk around lake ullswater for hearts United. Starting and finishing at pooley bridge
2 Compston Rd, Ambleside
Hejira is a seven piece band devoted to Joni Mitchell's extraordinary late 1970s work, drawing much of its repertoire from the iconic live album Shadows And Light.
Expect an uplifting evening featuring classics such as Amelia, Woodstock, A Case Of…
Ambleside
The Tale of the Scarborough Estate – Where there's a Will, there's a Story
This is the story of the Scarborough estate in Ravenstonedale Parish. It is interesting because it included an inheritance from a woman in 1770 and was subsequently…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our popular series of free Afternoon Recitals continues — we're delighted to welcome back acclaimed pianist Ivan Hovorun to the Fratry Hall.
This event is free to enter; there will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert - please give…
Braithwaite, Keswick
The full Pink moon in Libra aligns with spring flowers bursting into life and symbolises happiness & optimism, a time to focus our energy on creating and manifesting our dreams and goals. It calls us to embrace balance, love, and the beauty of…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
122A Highgate, Kendal
Winner of the Best Kids' Show at the 2024 Leicester Comedy Festival
After a sell out run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel is dishing up another frying pan full of family-friendly comedy…
Inspiration
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…
Meet the Artist – Rachel Morrell Sunday 15 February 2-4pm Meet Rachel Morrell who is exhibting in…
Join Jo from JAG Outdoors for a night-time walk in the forest! The walk will cover up to 4 miles…
We bring award-winning live stand-up comedy to Barrow! Every show has a different line-up of four…
6.30-9.30pm | 18+ yrs A Brewery Arts Darkroom Membership allows experienced and professional…
As winter gives way to spring, this exhibition celebrates renewal and transformation through the…
Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
A Talk by Nick Higgett, Chair of the Eden Valley and Penrith Astronomy Group. This event is part of…
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with…
Please join us for a special tour of Carlisle Cathedral. Climb up to our clerestory to experience…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 5.30-7pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
The Rum Story re-opens at 10am on Saturday 14th February, marking the launch of phase one of our…
Experience two of Britain's most celebrated Arts & Crafts houses in one inspiring afternoon. Begin…
Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
Confluences in Time brings together painter and textile artist Rachel Morrell and photographer…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
Our popular series of free Afternoon Recitals continues — we're delighted to welcome Hanna and…
Wed 14 Jan-25 Mar (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Iggety Ziggety Zaggety Zoom! Walk with a witch and her cauldron and broom! Help collect the…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
Did you know we have rainforest in Cumbria? Join our RSPB Assistant Warden Richard to learn more…


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