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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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Coniston
The Lakeland 100 'Ultra Tour of the Lake District' is the most spectacular long distance trail race which has ever taken place within the UK. The circular route encompasses the whole of the lakeland fells, includes in the region of 6300m of ascent…
Flookburgh, Grange-over-Sands
The Cumbria Steam Gathering takes place annually over the last weekend in July. Our home since 1986 has been Cark Airfield, Flookburgh, Grange over Sands LA11 7LS by kind permission of Mr J Latham and Sons.
Penrith
Design and create your own beautiful Stained Glass panel on this 2 day workshop with Lizzy Hippisley-Cox of Eden Stained Glass
Working with beautifully coloured and clear, textured glass - all provided by Lizzy - you will learn how to handle, cut…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Walney
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Pooley Bridge
A slight twist as we introduce a NEW foodie option in 2024. Our Pie, chips, and gravy evening cruise will depart from Pooley Bridge pier at 7pm on a two-hour evening cruise with musical entertainment from firm favourite Pete Lashley.
Ullswater Steamers, Glenridding
Barrow-in-Furness
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Brockhole, Windermere
Dedicate a Forget Me Not this summer and support your local hospice.
Available in two colours Blue £35 & Copper £100
Each hand crafted metalwork flower purchased will be publicly displayed at Brockhole on Windermere, Lancaster Castle and our own…
Barrow-in-Furness
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Join us for an incredible adventure on Scafell Pike, one of the National three peaks and the highest mountain in England.
Our Guided Mountain Days are perfect for nature enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike. Get ready to explore breathtaking…
Penrith
Join Helen for a lovely day being guided through how to make this beautifully detailed garden friend using the needle felting process. Your piece will have a slightly sculpted low relief appearance, subtly enhancing the natural features of this…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Barrow-in-Furness
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Barrow-in-Furness
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Inspiration
What is a space? Where are the spaces? Who fills the spaces and why? Nolitex have been exploring…
Between 1939 and 1945 a significant proportion of Britain's national collection of modern art from…
Journey into acrylics with this serene scene – a swan gracefully adrift on a tranquil autumn lake.
Ideal for beginners, this class starts with a brief introduction to the cyanotype process, its…
Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of any sort of… disappointed love. Catherine…
Transform and recycle subtle coloured pieces of sea glass into jewellery that is perfect for summer…
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing…
Create a unique piece of silver jewellery that will be a joy to wear or make a perfect gift.…
The Wild Murphy's are a very lively Irish covers group based in the north east of England. Over…
Fired up and raring to go after a lockdown spent creating hugely popular film project, 'The Orkney…
As Kay lives in Cumbria and Gillian lives in the Trossachs, textiles and walking are intertwined…
Join photographers Rosamund and John Macfarlane as they share stories and slides from their winter…
Introducing an ambitious new project, Epona-The Wild Pony of the North, this display showcases the…
SOME OF THE BEST BAND IN THE UK ALL FOR 1 NIGHT AND ALL AT A GREAT PRICE
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
Inspired by the wild and beautiful Northern Fells and a shared history of drawing from life, local…
Join us in the woods and meadows for a morning of foraging, nature connection, discovery and plant…
Brìghde Chaimbeul (Bree-chuh CHaym-bul) is a leading purveyor of experimental Celtic music and of…
Wrap up warm and join our expert Ranger Rob for a chance to spot a hawfinch at first light.…
Now in its 12th year, the biennial New Light Prize Exhibition is an open art competition which…
Sarah, based in Penrith, Cumbria, an ideal base to explore the Lakes, Cumbrian coastline, and the…
Discover two remarkable Arts & Crafts houses in the Lake District in one afternoon. Blackwell – the…
The Montane Trail 13 & 26 Howgills is one of our most popular routes. Choose the half marathon or…
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