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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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122A Highgate, Kendal
Extended Theatre Seated
McGoldrick, McCusker & Doyle are one of the most important and sought-after collaborations in contemporary Celtic music; a true folk supergroup whose influence reaches far beyond the tradition.
Individually, they are…
122A Highgate, Kendal
After a sell-out debut tour and an appearance on Live at the Apollo, Jack Skipper is back with his brand-new show, Nothing Heavy.
Expect more of Jack's brilliantly relatable stand-up, as he tries to make sense of life, getting older and everything…
Moresby, Whitehaven
After his sell-out 2023 tour, the UK's dishevelled king of stand-up, award-winning Seann Walsh returns with a brand-new hour of side-splitting comedy.
Don't miss his trademark high-energy exasperation and razor-sharp observations that leave…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Kick your festival weekend off with the Trailhead Social!
This is where the festival really begins. The Trailhead Social brings together riders, adventurers, exhibitors and festival-goers for an evening packed with great company, great beer, and…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Get ready for a weekend of inspiration, exploration and two-wheeled adventure at the Adventure Motorbike Film Festival, the UK's only festival dedicated entirely to adventure motorcycle films.
Taking place at Kendal's Brewery Arts Centre on 26 to…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Ash Dickinson has been full-time as a poet since 2008. A multiple slam champion, he has performed in Australia, Canada, USA, New Zealand, Spain, Jordan, Denmark, The Netherlands, France, the Czech Republic and Germany, and headlined countless shows…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Screening. Spurred on by a bet, two young men hatch a plan to test the fidelity of their girlfriends. What follows is a slippery game of seduction and power, the four lovers plunging into a dizzying world of shifting reality, where truth becomes…
Ambleside
There is something wonderfully compelling about setting out: leaving the familiar shore, pushing the boat into the water, and discovering what might lie beyond the next headland.
Led by Rev. Mike Green, this two-day Christian retreat at Rydal Hall…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Join the investigation in 'Can You Catch a Serial Killer?' Step inside real-life cases through dramatized crime scene mock-ups, criminal profiling, investigative techniques, forensic evidence, and simulated autopsies. You'll connect the dots,…
122A Highgate, Kendal
With their highly melodic and lyrical instrumentals and "less is more" approach, Espen Eriksen Trio is often credited for their unique voice within today's jazz scene by the international press. To quote Stuart Nicholson in Jazzwise: "One of the…
Bampton
Join us for the 25th Anniversary of the Haweswater Half Marathon. This rewarding out and back course on quiet undulating roads passes along the shores of Haweswater with incredible views in this Lake District valley.
A perfect race for those…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Three years on from their acclaimed debut Double You, Welsh-Irish harp-violin duo Catrin Finch and Aoife Ní Bhriain release their second album Bright Lights in February 2027. In a world rife with conflict and disconnection, their music offers a…
Inspiration
Join us for an enchanting evening of music, sung by the Carlisle Cathedral Cantate Children's…
'Stranger Folk', a magical new digital adventure played by mobile app, is haunting Allan Bank…
Join us for an inspiring planetarium show guaranteed to leave you excited and hopeful for the…
During Museum of the Moon, we are delighted to welcome Stuart Atkinson to the Cathedral for a…
Step into the glamour and intrigue of the roaring twenties for a night unlike any other at Merewood…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Performed by GERARD LOGAN Directed by GARETH ARMSTRONG Music by SIMON SLATER Hauntings is a…
Live/Wire: the AC/DC Show bring TNT High Voltage Dirty Deeds to Kendal! AC/DC, arguably the…
An anniversary exhibition celebrating British wool, craftsmanship, collaboration, and twenty-five…
Jason Byrne is back and "Byrning" brighter than ever, celebrating 30 glorious years of stand-up…
Featuring the Cosmic Cumbria Astrophotography Exhibition launch, Film Premiere of Cumbria Night…
Looking for unique things to do in the Lake District this October? Back by popular demand, Go Ape…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Every Sunday at 2pm Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the…
Malt Room Standing | Age Guidance 16+ | Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult Republica dominated…
Move from 'How do I find the words', to feeling the satisfaction of engaging in a creative process…
Innovative contemporary quilts exploring pathways, journeys, and connections through cutting-edge…
THE JUMPS ARE BACK It's the moment that all Cumbrian racing fans have been waiting for. Come and…
From the society that brought you Come From Away and West Side Story, Workington Amateur Operatic…
Join Sue, a local textile artist, for a relaxed and creative morning making your own handsewn…
Burneside Brass & Burneside Training Band invite you to join them for an entertaining evening…
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…


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