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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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Kirkland, Kendal
Lady Anne Clifford: Building Attributes is a pop up exhibition presenting four architectural models inspired by Anne Clifford's fight to reclaim her inherited estates. The models – representing the castles at Brough, Skipton, and Pendragon, and the…
Abbot Hall, Kendal
Keswick
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Sedbergh
This new body of work explores the ever-changing Lakeland landscape. The work is abstract, painted from memory and includes familiar shapes; field patterns on the fellside, ancient gate stoops weathered by the elements, a hog hole in a wall, the…
Sedbergh
Tapestry of the North: Our Textile Heritage is an open, non-juried exhibition, hosted by the Northern region of the British Tapestry Group. The theme for the exhibition is Our Textile Heritage. This broad theme of textiles created in the North of…
Sedbergh
I grew up in Huddersfield, in the heart of the textile industry, and spent many childhood days playing amongst the derelict mills that are our industrial heritage. After travelling extensively, I returned to my hometown and the rugged and remote…
W Strand, Whitehaven
Discover how World War II shaped the lives of people in our community in this powerful, story-led exhibition. Marking the 80th anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Day, Service, Solidarity and Sacrifice shines a light on the extraordinary courage of…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Kirkland, Kendal
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon Starling. Bringing together his major boat-themed projects, the show explores the vessel as a symbol of migration, transformation, and change.
Highlights…
Abbot Hall, Kendal
Rayrigg Road, Windermere
Discover life on Windermere through the lens of award-winning artist Juliet Klottrup. This exhibition of paintings and photography celebrates the people, stories and heritage of Windermere — from boatbuilders and our conservation team to community…
Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere
Braithwaite, Keswick
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched!
Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd Wood & Grizedale Forest. The perfect location for you to enjoy stunning scenery and a fully marked course on forest roads and trails.
This series…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
Saturday, November 1st: 6pm-7.30pm
Saturday, November 8th, 6pm-7.30pm
Thursday, November 13th, 3pm-4.30pm
Saturday, November 15th, 6pm-7.30pm
Saturday, November 22nd, 6pm-7.30pm
Thursday, November 27th, 3pm-4.30pm
Thursday, December 4th, 3pm-4…
Penrith
As Rheged celebrates 25 years of culture, discover the work of 25 exceptional Cumbrian artists across a range of disciplines. From striking paintings and dynamic sculpture to powerful photography and mixed media, showcasing the talent, creativity,…
The Rheged Centre, Penrith
Grasmere
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song.
Artist Heather Mullender-Ross explores how bird call is heard, perceived, notated and committed to memory, using print, sculpture and sound-based installation.
The exhibition…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Inspiration
Join us for our Christmas Opening here at Levens Hall this December. We will be opening the House…
SIGNAL proudly presents its first major group exhibition in their newly refurbished gallery spaces.…
We will gather to honour the longest night and welcome the rebirth of the sun. Join in a…
Saturday, November 1st: 6pm-7.30pm Saturday, November 8th, 6pm-7.30pm Thursday, November 13th,…
Special Christmas edition of the popular comedy night featuring 4 award winning, Edinburgh Fringe…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Taking inspiration from Beatrix Potter, this years Fungi walks will take place at key locations…
Step back in time to Regency England with this Christmas fireside talk. Immerse yourself in the…
On 5 October 2025 18:00-19:30 We are delighted to bring this project to England this year,…
We're not in Keswick anymore… From Aunty Em's Cumbrian cottage Dorothy dreams of returning to her…
I grew up in Huddersfield, in the heart of the textile industry, and spent many childhood days…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
Team Walby is thrilled to announce that Father Christmas and his Festive Friends will be visiting…
Enter the incredible world of Stuff and Nonsense. There's a wolf coming… but for now, The Three…
Christmas is fast approaching and Santa's Sleigh is nowhere to be found. Will Sprocket and Dibs be…
Carlisle Cathedral will once again host their Christmas Tree Festival throughout December, building…
On 12 November 2025 14:00-16:00 £10 Meg has worked in many museums and galleries in the North…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Tuesday 16th December 2025 Step into a world of intrigue and suspense! Enjoy a delicious three…
This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
he Swan's Santa's Grotto, a festive wonderland awaits your little ones! Every weekend from…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…
4 October 2025 9:45-12:30 The Armitt is excited to be running fungi walks once again this year…
Lady Anne Clifford: Building Attributes is a pop up exhibition presenting four architectural models…


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