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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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Grasmere
Drop into our Learning Space for summer holiday Make and Play activities.
Come and celebrate a sunny summer with crafts, games, printing and creative writing. Make and fly your own summer kite, create a seaside in a bottle, write and decorate…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
Barrow-in-Furness
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Showtimes: 11am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm
Come with us on a fun, enchanting musical adventure inspired by Mozart's opera The Magic Flute. Led by a trio of opera singers and an accordionist, Mini Magic Flute…
Ambleside
Excitement is in the air as Lake District Music announce the programme for the 2026 Summer Festival. Featuring a captivating blend of music, and world class performers and emerging artists, the Summer Festival takes place from 31 July to 9 August…
Newby Bridge
We're looking forward to welcoming Rob Young to The Swan on the 31st July for an evening of live music.
Enjoy the longer evenings with the Rob – a singer songwriter, purveyor of roots acoustic blues, ragtime, the old-time banjo sounds of Appalachia…
Ulverston
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Rachel Podger - Violin/Director | Brecon Baroque
Bach Excerpts from The Art of Fugue
Vivaldi The Four Seasons
'Queen of the baroque violin', Rachel Podger and her period orchestra open this year's…
Ambleside
Lake District Music Academy | Ignas Maknickas - Piano | Agogo String Quartet | Nadejda String Quartet | Resol String Quartet | Stephen Threlfall - Conductor
Bloch Concerto Grosso No.1
Janáček Adagio from Suite for Strings
Dvořák Serenade for…
Keswick
We indulge our obsession with swimming around islands on the Derwentwater Island Hop, and there is no better place in the Lake District to do it. This is one of our swim guides' favourite swim; it's a real adventure, has amazing North Lakes views,…
Derwentwater, Keswick
Brampton
Members of the Ermine Street Guard, the world famous re-enactment group will be at the Roman Army Museum to show how they make the replica Roman items they wear and use for their displays.
Roman Army Museum, Brampton
Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Lady Milena Grenfell-Baines arrived in the UK on the last Winton train from Prague in 1939. She will share some reflections of her life, in particular her immense support of the arts and deep…
Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Dvořák Piano Trio in E minor Op.90 'Dumky'
Reicha Piano Trio in F Op.101, No.4
Smetana Piano Trio in G minor Op.15
Three composers, three musicians - one rich musical heritage. Intensity, lyricism…
Kendal
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Fanny Mendelssohn String Quartet in E flat
Dvořák Cypresses Nos.1, 9, 10&12
Bliss String Quartet No.1
Kindly supported by the Bliss Trust
Fresh from their appearance during our spring series the…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Showtimes: 11am, 2pm, 3:30pm
Join flautist Meera Maharaj and harpist Lucy Nolan as they embark upon a journey into the clouds! Based on celebrated author and illustrator John Burningham's much-loved…
Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere
Inspiration
Follow the grieving Harley family as they attempt to save their failing rural pub and community by…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Explore the creative possibilities of watercolour…
Join Becks Skinner at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 19 May for a fascinating talk. Inspired by a…
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs Mature Movers is an open dance class for…
Wed 22 Apr- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6pm | 11+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Nothing Lasts – Sue Dawes (15 April – 12 July 2026) Nothing Lasts presents sculptural ceramics…
Wed 22 Apr-1 Jul (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
Guess who's back… and treating you with kindness. ✨ Our Summer Spa-rtys are returning — and on…
Our popular Introduction to outdoor swimming course takes place at either Rydal Water or Waterhead,…
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
Looking for something creative to do with the kids this May half term? Join us at Blackwell – the…
The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…
Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told…
Join us for the Roots of May Holistic Health Gathering at The Dunes Hotel, Roanhead,…
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Join us in the Learning Centre this May half term for free, hands-on activities designed to spark…
This exhibition brings together two emerging portrait painters. Lela Harris gives depth and…
The Arc'teryx Climb Academy Lake District returns May 23 – 25, 2026. The Arc'teryx Climb Academy…
Experience adventure at Keswick Mountain Festival (15-17 May 2026) with trail runs, hikes,…
May arrives in fullness. Light lingers. Gardens lean toward abundance. In a season that urges us to…
Get ready to "Let It Go" all over again — live on stage! Kendal College's exceptionally talented…
Stories in the Dust by Anna Harriott and Iona Fleur Sheppard The sun beats down on two travellers,…


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