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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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The Promenade, Maryport
Every Sunday at 2pm
Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the volunteer guides. The tours last for 30-45 minutes and are subject to the weather. The fort is situated in farmland, which is uneven and there may be sheep…
Senhouse Roman Museum, Maryport
Moresby, Whitehaven
Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world, Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years has toured extensively in the UK, Europe, Australia and USA, receiving standing ovations and selling out theatres night after night.
Fronted…
Kendal
Join Sue, a local textile artist, for a relaxed and creative morning making your own handsewn fabric pumpkins.
You'll learn simple sewing techniques to create your pumpkins, then have fun choosing from a beautiful selection of fabrics and…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self's Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Cumbria
Move from 'How do I find the words', to feeling the satisfaction of engaging in a creative process as emotions become words on the paper in front of you. Inspired by what is under your feet, what you can hear, see & feel as you move around the…
Carlisle
Join us for an enchanting evening of music, sung by the Carlisle Cathedral Cantate Children's Choir, beneath the glow of Museum of the Moon.
Tickets £15 Adults, £7.50 Children are available from www.carlislecathedral.org.uk/tickets
All profits…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Dalston
Set within Rose Castle's magnificent State Rooms, this elegant autumn experience is the perfect opportunity to embrace the beauty of the season. As golden leaves transform the gardens and roaring fires bring warmth to the Castle's historic…
Windermere
On the tour you'll take a close look at the exterior features of Townend, the unique 17th century home of the Browne family and get the rare chance to peer inside Townend barn, one of the few surviving examples of a Lakeland bank barn, on the…
Townend, Windermere
Coniston
Discover the Lake District after dark on an unforgettable canoe journey across beautiful Coniston Water. As daylight fades, paddle across the peaceful lake surrounded by the dramatic Coniston mountains and some of the Lake District's most…
Coniston Water, Coniston
The Promenade, Maryport
Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling
Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on with real and replica objects, lead by one of our team of volunteers. Included in museum admission.
Senhouse Roman Museum, Maryport
122A Highgate, Kendal
Discover a vibrant selection of French-language
cinema, from acclaimed contemporary releases and
major hits to bold work from distinctive filmmakers.
122A Highgate, Kendal
Standard Theatre Seated
Legendary guitarist and songwriter Martin Simpson will release his new album Some Kind of Jubilee on Topic Records, his musical home for more than two decades, and joins us at Brewery Arts to celebrate this release and play…
Inspiration
Venture into the fateful night that inspired one of the world's greatest gothic tales: Mary…
The international hit musical comes to the big screen! Winner of eight Tony Awards in 2019…
Discover the Lake District after dark on an unforgettable canoe journey across beautiful Coniston…
Standard Theatre Seated Norrie Tago MacIver is a singer songwriter from the Isle of Lewis. Until…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
On the tour you'll take a close look at the exterior features of Townend, the unique 17th century…
Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…
Burneside Brass & Burneside Training Band invite you to join them for an entertaining evening…
Come for an evening of entertainment and delight with these two wonderful choirs – one visiting,…
Cult horror, supernatural cinema and big-screen scares come to Brewery Arts this autumn, with…
Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
Textile artworks inspired by the Cumbrian landscape, blending felting techniques with recycled,…
Silver Screening Starring: Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser & Kerry Condon In the tense 72 hours…
Experience two of Britain's most celebrated Arts & Crafts houses in one inspiring afternoon. Begin…
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
Join us for our planetarium show about a fascinating topic in astronomy. We begin with a…
It's been twenty-five years since Trigger Happy TV burst onto our screens, transforming the hidden…
Set within Rose Castle's magnificent State Rooms, this elegant autumn experience is the perfect…
Our “Dark Sky Astronomy” events take place on moonless nights, providing the ideal conditions to…
In space no one can hear you dream. In the year 2194, humanity is scattered around the solar…
Painted explorations of Dales vernacular buildings, archaeology, and the passage of time through…
From the society that brought you Come From Away and West Side Story, Workington Amateur Operatic…


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