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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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Moresby, Whitehaven
Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back…
With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer Simulation – and a pretty glitchy, off-brand simulation at that – and the approaching watershed of the AI Singularity looming like a weirdly pixelated…
Another Place The Lake, Ullswater, Watermillock
Swim in the lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping you company under the stars. Open water swimming specialist, Colin Hill, will be your guide in the water with you. Experience 20 – 40 mins in the water. The…
Grasmere
Have a go at carving a spooky Halloween pumpkin this October half-term at Allan Bank. We'll prepare the pumpkins ready for you to carve a spooky face. Templates and tools provided. £5 per child. Includes pumpkin and tea light to take home. Booking…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Millom
CELEBRATE THE 35TH ANNIVERSARY OF
"ONE OF THE GREATEST FILMS IN THE LAST 50 YEARS"
BBC Movie Connections.
We're thrilled to present the fantastic Stars From The Commitments, a band who truly are Dublin's Saviours of Soul as they bring you The Great…
Penrith
The one hour family show features some of Britain's funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy, magic, illusions, the amazing girl in the spinning bottle, cartoon characters, plate spinning, an acrobatic human slinky, puppets, prizes and…
Penrith
The one hour family show features some of Britain's funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy, magic, illusions, the amazing girl in the spinning bottle, cartoon characters, plate spinning, an acrobatic human slinky, puppets, prizes and…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon's cycle and reconnect…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Moresby, Whitehaven
Set in the present day, Gaby Gulliver, an eight-year-old child, is sent on an errand into the woods for her mum…
Gaby finds herself in another universe, a weird but wonderful world… then another, and another, as she travels on a magical journey…
Hawkshead, Ambleside
Join The Director of Hawkshead's ghost tours, Tallow Tales, to explore the horrifying tales, folklore and legends of this small Lake District village.
The venue is just up from Hawkshead Car Park, through black iron gates on the path towards the…
Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, Hawkshead
Barrow-in-Furness
Through unheard stories alongside candid photos from his new bestselling book 'No One You Know', Dave Rowntree shares the tales behind Blur's formative years.
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Colour Blending and Weft Bundling in Woven Tapestry with Anna Wetherell
£70 plus £5 for materials
Come and explore techniques for colour blending and shifting apparently seamlessly from one colour to another, taking inspiration from the colours of…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
122A Highgate, Kendal
Welcome to Poetry Club! A space for poets and creatives to share their Spoken Word work and explore featured poets from across the country. Born from our popular Verbalise events, Poetry Club offers a relaxing and inspiring evening. Sign up and take…
Inspiration
Join Jordan, your local Wild Food UK foraging instructor and immerse yourselves in Nature's…
Conceived by the British painter Daniel Sturgis, On the Thick and Thin of Painting explores the…
"Our personal encounters within Morecambe Bay." This exhibition brings together the creative voices…
A diverse exhibition celebrating printmaking techniques, creativity, and artistic exploration by…
Summer Sundays are making a triumphant return! Join us for the ultimate experience as undeniably…
Join us for a day of live music, family fun and festival vibes in the heart of the Langdale Valley…
Embark on an unforgettable Pet Encounter Experience where you can meet, greet and interact with…
Meet the Ancient Britons During your visit to the museum you will have the opportunity to meet…
Connie Flynn's Text & Textile! explores everyday sayings rooted in the textile trade. Using…
You may have walked the narrow pavements of Ambleside, exploring the various cafes, gift outlets…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
Visit Cartmel Racecourse for our exciting 9 days of racing this 2026 season.
For an unforgettable fun-filled day out, Cartmel Races is hard to beat. Perfect for family, friends…
Be among the first to experience an exciting new musical theatre production inspired by the…
Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
Meet a Roman Potter While you are visiting us, take the opportunity to meet Graham Taylor from…
Paddleboarding will be back in 2026 Try something new and have a splashing time! We've again…
'Search for the Missing Sparkle' tells the story of a little fairy who has lost her sparkle. The…
Play the traditional games croquet, quoits & skittles on Allan Bank's front lawn with glorious lake…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Kids go home. Adults Go Ape. Looking for an after work activity in the Lake District this summer?…
The talk describes the development and land use of the hamlet of Grizedale during the period from…
'She ran away to the circus' tells the story of a little girl called Lilly who's a little bit wild.…


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