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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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Lake Rd, Keswick
We're not in Keswick anymore…
From Aunty Em's Cumbrian cottage Dorothy dreams of returning to her old life in London. But as she climbs out of the window to run away, a storm whisks her up, and she gets far more than she bargained for.
How do you…
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Celebrate craftsmanship, heritage, and festive spirit 14 – 16 November at the Winter Craft Fair at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house, one of the finest examples of Arts & Crafts design.
Over three days, this beautiful historic house will be…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Celebrate craftsmanship, heritage, and festive spirit 14 – 16 November at the Winter Craft Fair at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house, one of the finest examples of Arts & Crafts design.
Over three days, this beautiful historic house will be…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Inspiration
Tue 16 Sep-2 Dec (10 wks) | 1-2.30pm | 7+ yrs Art Explorers is a creative and sociable mixed media…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…
Dalemain Mansion is one of the most beautiful and impressive stately homes in the northwest of…
Swim in Ullswater lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping…
On 25 November 2025 14:00-15:30 £6 Author Alan Cleaver re-discovers the routes walked by the…
Cumbria's biggest comedy club, Planet Mirth (est 2010) heads to Windermere! Featuring four…
Discover the cultural landscape of the Lake District World Heritage Site on a gentle guided walk…
There's winter wonder for the whole family at the gateway to the Lake District this year. From 21…
4 October 2025 9:45-12:30 The Armitt is excited to be running fungi walks once again this year…
On 13 November 2025 16:30-18:00 £15 Although Derry had illustrated other countryside books, he…
On 28 October 2025 14:00-15:30 This presentation will provide an overview of the PhD research…
Local Crafts Christmas Fair – Two Days of Festive Magic! Get into the holiday spirit at our Local…
This course is an open theatre group aimed at those over 60 to develop new skills, stretch their…
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…
Returning for a third time Bob Drury brings his remarkable Viva Neil Diamond - Unplugged show back…
On 8 November 2025 14:00-15:30 £15 Greenside Mine is one of the world's most famous mines and…
2-night residential stay at Calvert Lakes (twin or family ensuite rooms). Full board and lots of…
Celebrate craftsmanship, heritage, and festive spirit 14 – 16 November at the Winter Craft Fair at…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
ur series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome Gloriana Choir to the…
13/9/25 Local author Deborah Lyon talks about her children's book set in second century Ambleside.…
Under 16's go free with a paying adult 16 strings, 8 dancing feet and 4 voices in 1…
Vespers, an hour-long twilight performance of Rachmaninov's rich and sonorous All Night Vigil, in…
Coniston Festive Fayre is an Artisan Craft Fayre being held in the Coniston Institute (with a…


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