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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
Fri 24 Apr- 19 Jun (8 wks) | 1.45-40pm | 16+ yrs
Designed for those with life drawing experience, this course develops your skills in painting from a live model using acrylic and/or oil. Through structured exercises, explore paint handling,…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Fri 24 Apr-3 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6.30pm | 16+ yrs
Design and make your own pieces, learning all the basic techniques used in stained and fused glass. This is a practical course, suitable for complete beginners as well as those with experience.…
122A Highgate, Kendal
6.30-9.30pm | 18+ yrs
A Brewery Arts Darkroom Membership allows experienced and professional photographers the opportunity to work in a safe, relaxed, and creative Darkroom environment, to develop and print black and white photography.
Members have…
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house, celebrating the makers, ideas and objects that have shaped our collection since opening our doors to the public in 2001.
Set throughout the house, the…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
122A Highgate, Kendal
Cine-Social is a once-a-month evening for film-lovers to get together. Each month, three films are chosen under a theme, then voted on by the participants. We watch the chosen film, then head to the bar for a drink and to chat. Finish times may…
Bowness-on-Windermere
*WORLD PREMIERE
From Tom MacRae, the writer of Everybody's Talking About Jamie, comes a brand-new original musical based around classic Victoria Wood songs.
Peggy is recently divorced and lost in life, when a chance meeting with her childhood best…
Ambleside
Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned by Beatrix Potter.
The farm at Hill Top remains fully operational all year round just how Beatrix Potter loved and envisioned. The farm tour offers a…
The Abbey, Carlisle
We, the bell ringers of Carlisle Cathedral are delighted to have been given the opportunity by the Dean and Chapter to share our hobby, pastime, and passion with both the congregation and visitors to this special place.
An exhibition is planned…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Inspiration
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Vivaldi - Sonata No.6 in B flat RV46 Elgar - Chanson de Matin Fauré - Après un Rêve Saint-Saëns -…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Experience the perfect blend of music, food, and craft beer at Bess & Barrel, our monthly Summer…
hu 23 Apr- 2 July (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
young farmers competition/ rally day
Our popular Introduction to outdoor swimming course takes place at either Rydal Water or Waterhead,…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
Seven perspectives, bound by a mutual reverence for natural form, fragility, and transformation. As…
Visit Cartmel Racecourse for our exciting 9 days of racing this 2026 season.
Looking for things to do this May half term in the Lake District? Escape the ordinary and head to…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
Looking for things to do this May half term in the Lake District? Escape the ordinary and head to…
Vibrant woven sails and textiles inspired by nineteenth-century Welsh shipwrecks and coastal…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Explore the creative possibilities of watercolour…
Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
'Music in the Park' Summer Concerts Various bands will perform in the Bandstand in Park Road…
Wed 22 Apr- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6pm | 11+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Wed 22 Apr-1 Jul (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Theo and Ivy: successful careers, a loving marriage,…
Join Becks Skinner at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 19 May for a fascinating talk. Inspired by a…


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