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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
Kris Drever is among Scotland's most acclaimed and distinctive contemporary musicians, celebrated for his warm voice, virtuosically expressive guitar playing and imaginative and evocative songwriting. Raised in the Orkney Islands, Drever has carved…
Penrith
The varied habitats of the Dalemain Estate parklands and gardens area provide a rich, year-round array of plants, trees and fungi for us to explore.
Our Foraging Courses begin with a short introduction to Wild Food UK, what to expect from your day…
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, Penrith
Cark-in-Cartmel
Supper & Stories at Holker Hall & Gardens invites guests to an intimate evening of seasonal dining, conversation, and storytelling in the atmospheric setting of the Ilex, the function room of the Courtyard Café. Each event features a carefully…
122A Highgate, Kendal
The ABBA REUNION tribute Show is the creation of an Award Winning West End Director, Producer and Choreographer
Starring the original 'Frida' from the London West End cast!
ABBA REUNION gives Abba fans, old and new, the opportunity to once again…
Newby Bridge
Molly Warburton, a UK Indie Pop singer-songwriter from Lancaster, will be joining us at The Swan on 10th April for a night of live music!
Previously featured on BBC Introducing, MusicCrowns, and Spotify Editorial Playlists, Molly's soulful sound…
Millom
Out of the Box is a multi-award-winning family show delighting audiences across the UK; an hour of joyful chaos, jaw-dropping skill, and irresistible fun
Fresh from five-star success at the Edinburgh Fringe and being named Best Family Show at…
Keswick
A comic radio play presented live on stage – with the help of the audience! Mad but fun! What is the mystery of the Pirate Lagoon? Join the crew of The Prospero on an adventure to find out. Will we find the treasure? Can we escape from the evil…
Cark, Flookburgh
Discover a season-round programme of inspiring monthly art workshops at Holker Hall & Gardens, where creativity meets the beauty of the estate. Led by skilled artists and makers, the workshops explore a rich mix of techniques including botanical…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Maya Kally is a multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter and composer, with influences ranging from folk to jazz, Country, and indie. Having studied Jazz vocals and Classical piano at Leeds Conservatoire, Maya moved back to London, where she focused…
Bowness-on-Windemere
A one day map reading course for beginners based in the Lake District.
If you have never looked at a map or would be unsure about planning and following a route along paths and tracks then this is the course for you.
Carlisle
Please join us for a creative afternoon in the Undercroft at Carlisle Cathedral as we explore the beautiful art of Block Printing.
Use a stunning selection of printing blocks and an appealing choice of colours to design and create your own item to…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Grange-over-Sands
Join us for a fun Night of live Country and Folk music at the Vic! Back for a second year after last year's successful event!
Featuring the musical talents of Caine & Denney, FinMor and poet Lynn Walton.
Inspiration
This is a memory. It's also a story. The story of a girl called Laura. Surrounded by golden fields…
Join us for a FREE Easter Trail around Kents Bank and Main Street. Collect your trail map and…
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
As winter gives way to spring, this exhibition celebrates renewal and transformation through the…
DISCOVER THE MYSTERY OF BOWNESSIE ✨ This Easter, step into the legend of Lake Windermere with…
Journey through the awe-inspiring legends of Bubbleland, as they are brought to life in a breath…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
We're looking forward to welcoming Rob Young to The Swan on the 5th April for an evening of live…
Looking for a fun outdoor activity this Easter with your family? Take on Egg-venture, a 'cracking'…
Walk with our Ranger and help to fill the squirrel feeders in the forest! Whinlatter is a red…
Celebrate the launch of our first All-You-Can-Eat Sunday Carvery at The Borrowdale Hotel. Enjoy…
Celebrate Easter with a magical steam train journey through the Lake District. Kids can enjoy our…
Celebrate spring at Abbot Hall with creative, family-friendly activities running throughout the…
Discover two striking new collections of original artworks that celebrate the creative potential of…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery…
Acorn Bank can be found at Temple Sowerby, just a few miles east of Penrith and situated between…
Looking for the ultimate Easter family day out in Cumbria? Join us at Walby Farm Park for a…
Created during her residency at Rosehill, Fragments of Belonging explores movement, migration,…
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel! Taking place on Sunday 5th April…
This temporary exhibition celebrates the work of local artist and civic leader John Dalzell…
n 2022, Danny Kyle award-winning global folk band Mishra began a new cross-cultural collaboration…
Join Magician Chris Frostie Frost, for an afternoon of magical mayhem, comedy and nonsense. Be…
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…


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