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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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Silloth
Competitive cycle race and family fun cycling event
Newby Bridge
If you fancy a challenge, why not Canoe the length of Windermere with us? We do this over 2 days with a campout halfway down the lake. Windermere is the longest lake in England, at 10.5 miles long!
Fell Foot, Newby Bridge
Kendal
Take on England's finest countryside at your pace. Our Challenge basecamp is in Kendal, and then it's a 100km anticlockwise loop taking in a couple of tough hills, the Garburn Pass, historic Ambleside, a half way point by Lake Windermere, forests &…
Compston Road, Ambleside
We're excited to present our first ever Green Film Festival to celebrate the Big Green Week! Five inspiring documentaries will be playing at Zeffirellis, plus we will host discussions about protecting the environment after the films.
Films showing…
County Square, Ulverston
Celebrating the end of the Music Festival's 20th Anniversary - join us for a tea party with a twist. Tango is a musical genre created around multiple influences. In this performance an Argentinian bandoneónist and Norwegian violinist will lead the…
Whitehaven
The iconic songs of Sting. The electrifying choreography of Kate Prince. This is a tale of hope.
The peaceful village of Bebko is alive with joyous celebrations. Suddenly, under attack, everything changes forever. Three siblings, Leto, Mati and…
N Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
On arrival you will be greeted with a Shed One Fancy Frolic gin* and tonic before being guided through making your very own moisturising sugar scrub, soothing balm and essential oil lip balm. Afterwards, sit back and enjoy freshly baked scones,…
Ambleside
If you've ever been curious about how photography was done a century or more ago, this workshop with photographer Chris Routledge is a chance to find out. Using modern instant film and direct positive paper, this is your chance to get under the dark…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
County Square, Ulverston
The Telling presents
I, Spie
Centred around an extraordinary letter written by Renaissance composer/lutenist John Dowland to spymaster Sir Robert Cecil in 1595, this spell-binding concertplay (where music and theatre collide) by award-winning writer…
Keswick
Lakesman Triathlon, Lakesmini kids races and Lakesmwim 2024
Whitehaven
The summer Whitehaven Flower Club Gala returns with even more beautiful arrangements and top advice and tips to make your bouquets glow.
nr Barrow-in-Furness
In 2024 we're teaming up with the National Trust Rangers at Sandscale Haws to offer a unique guided nature tour and conservation experience as part of their 40th anniversary celebrations.
These days will run from 10am to 3pm. On average we will…
Inspiration
Co-produced by Cumbria Music Hub and Orchestras Live Cumbria Calling: Gaming Adventures Experience…
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing…
The Hay O' Trail is a 6km multi terrain race. Runners leave the grounds of Cockermouth School,…
We are delighted to welcome back Sue Rowland, who will inspire you to create an original lino print…
Cumbria's own La'al Big Band presents an evening of swing, jazz and pop, from classic to…
For both professionals wanting to add to their stock library or a beginner with a love of the…
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
As Kay lives in Cumbria and Gillian lives in the Trossachs, textiles and walking are intertwined…
Have you ever wished you could pick up a pen and create a beautiful piece of hand lettering? Why…
Annie - A local artist who has worked in pastels, watercolours and acrylics for over 30 years. A…
Heavyweights of the Cumbrian and International art world are joining together to take part in Rock…
On 14 December 2017, Omar Samra and Omar Nour, affectionately dubbed 'O2', set off in the world's…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
Ian Wright directs Wigton Choral Society and invited soloists in a celebration of the 200th…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Experience Community for the Keswick Mountain Festival,…
Lake District Theatre Alan Ayckbourn's revival of THINGS WE DO FOR LOVE runs from 17 May – 1 June…
A new painting exhibition by Rebecca Scott is coming to Cross Lane Projects, Kendal. The Raft of…
Spend time in Acorn Bank garden and woodland with Wild Soul practitioner Alex Murgatroyd who will…
Explore our gorgeous gardens with Janet Queen, Rose Castle’s Head Gardener on Thursday 23rd May at…
We'll be hosting the wonderful Chuck Fish on the 17th of May. Hailing from Washington State, Chuck…
Introducing an ambitious new project, Epona-The Wild Pony of the North, this display showcases the…
The Disabled Ramblers is a small national charity working to help those with limited mobility to…
Our 1/2 day NaturesGems tours start at 9am and finish around 1pm. We will spend the morning…
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
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