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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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    Signal Film and Media, Cooke's Studios, 102-104 Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 5QR

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    102-104 Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness

    REACTOR is a new multimedia installation by Felicity Hammond, launching on Thursday 28th May at 6pm.

    Set against the backdrop of Barrow's defence industry, as the home of the UK's only nuclear submarine manufacturer, REACTOR imagines a fictional…

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    Reactor Felicity Hammond

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    Cooke's Studios, 102-104 Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 5QR

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    01229 838592

    jennifer@signalfilmandmedia.co.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    Reactor, by Felicity Hammond, is a new multimedia installation exploring the possibilities of the autonomous submarine. This exhibition marks a new collaboration with Hammond, following her 2017 Signal commission In Defence of Industry, which won…

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    Music for A Summer Evening

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    St Michael and All Angels Church, Hawkshead, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0PQ

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    07946339050

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    HAWKSHEAD PARISH CHURCH
    MUSIC FOR A SUMMER EVENING 2026
    All concerts start at 7.30 pm

    Tues. 2nd June: James Williams, oboe and cor anglais; Kate Halsall, piano.
    James and Kate perform music from Baroque to the present day,…

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    Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness on Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HE

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    01539443360

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    Soak up the magic of a summer evening on England's finest lake!

    Enjoy live music, a delicious buffet, and breathtaking views as you cruise the full length of Windermere.

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    A group enjoying a photography workshop in the Lake District
    Lake District Photography Experiences

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    The Glebe, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HJ

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    07763771798

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    Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District.

    Perfect for couples, families and groups, these relaxed and enjoyable experiences combine exploration, creativity and practical photography tips in some…

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    Penrith Players Theatre, Penrith Playhouse, Auctionmart Ln, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7JG

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    Auctionmart Ln, Penrith

    Join us for an evening of Propriety, Pernicious Aunts, and Perfect Nonsense!
    P.G. Wodehouse's iconic duo; the hapless gadabout, Bertie Wooster, and his astute but faithful valet, Jeeves, star in this adaptation by the Goodale Brothers of an eventful…

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Watercolour: Creative Techniques & Expressive Painting
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Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us
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John Bramwell [I Am Kloot]
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As the singer in I Am Kloot from 1999 to 2014, John Bramwell achieved a Mercury Prize nomination…

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Stained & Fused Glass Thursday
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Brewery Youth Theatre (11-14 yrs)
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Landscape Photography
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The Three Inch Fools present an epic tale of Arthurian adventure and medieval mayhem. In a land of…

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Stained & Fused Glass Friday
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Paddleboarding at The Swan Hotel

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  • 1Stage Stars
  • 2Brewery Youth Dance (7-11 yrs)
  • 3Watercolour: Creative Techniques & Expressive Painting
  • 4Daughters of the Soil
  • 5Cumbria Diversity Carnival
  • 6Wedding Showcase
  • 7Cine-Social
  • 8Joshua Donkor & Lela Harris: Familial Traces
  • 9AudaTours Carlisle Audio Tour: Citadels, Friaries, and Legends of Caldewgate
  • 10Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us
  • 11Legends of Motown
  • 12John Bramwell [I Am Kloot]
  • 13Stained & Fused Glass Thursday
  • 14Brewery Youth Theatre (11-14 yrs)
  • 15Rachel Fairburn: Vexy Beast - Work-in-Progress
  • 16Bellwethers: Fragility & Survival
  • 17Landscape Photography Full day workshop
  • 18Soil at Sizergh exhibition
  • 19Melt
  • 20King Arthur and the Holy Fail
  • 21Stained & Fused Glass Friday
  • 22Summer Daze: Cyanotype Workshop and Guided Walk
  • 23Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Sizergh
  • 24Paddleboarding at The Swan Hotel
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