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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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Ambleside
Smoky barbecue, live music, and golden-hour views in the Lake District—with Someone's Something bringing the vibe to life.
Keswick
The Black Moss Potter takes a ramble up the wonderful Langstrath Valley, right at the heart of Borrowdale, to enjoy prolonged dips in the delightful pools of Langstrath and Stonethwaite Beck. The highlight of the day is a swim in the fabled Black…
Borrowdale, Borrowdale
Kirkby Lonsdale
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with giant bouncy castles, thrilling slides, obstacle courses, interactive games and a dedicated toddler area for little adventurers. Families book timed…
Penrith
10.00am to 4.30pm
£85 inc tasty home made lunch, fresh coffee and cream tea
Material Charges: £5 to cover soil testing kits etc to Shelagh on the day
Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden with Cumbrian Based lecturer, garden designer &…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Pegeen Flaherty's life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he's killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts, that is until a second man unexpectedly…
Church St, Ambleside
Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge's riveting play of youth and self-discovery. Pegeen Flaherty's life is turned upside down when a young man walks…
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…
Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Andersons Feel-Good Friday Raceday
JOIN US FOR A GREAT AFTERNOON OF RACING!!
A fun-filled Friday afternoon, fabulous racing and a live DJ after racing!
The only Friday in our racing calendar so make it one to remember and start your weekend…
Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle
PENRITH
A varied concert of choral music by a small chamber choir. A Choral Pilgrimage across Continents and Centuries from Thomas Tallis to Andrew Lloyd Webber
A mixture of sacred and secular music - ancient and modern
St. Andrew's Church, Penrith, Penrith
Grasmere
A packed weekend celebrating off-road running. The festival aims to bring together trail runners, ultra runners fell runners and orienteers of all abilities in an iconic location to race, relax and enjoy. Great routes and camping available.
Ulverston
Velo Retro is the largest and longest established retro cycling event in the UK
With rides ranging from the sedate to the challenging and a full weekend retro festival, there's something for everyone.
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our popular Block Printing Workshops return to the calendar on Saturday 30 May and Saturday 18 July!
Our friendly workshops take place in the Undercroft, and guests will use a beautiful selection of printing blocks and an appealing choice of colours…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Inspiration
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
Join us as we welcome Leon Knight to The Swan for a special performance from 6pm – 8pm on the 22nd…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Step into the radiant world of Carlisle Cathedral's stained glass with our brand‑new tour, Sacred…
Join our brand new Poetry Club featuring David Viney! A multiple poetry slam winner, workshop…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs Mature Movers is an open dance class for…
Frida Kahlo is a phenomenon. She is arguably the world's favourite female artist – beloved by young…
What does adventure mean to you? This creative workshop invites young artists aged 7-11 to explore…
The Dock Museum are proud to bring you the latest exhibition from John Duffin, "Look North" The…
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
We, the bell ringers of Carlisle Cathedral are delighted to have been given the opportunity by the…
Join Becks Skinner at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 19 May for a fascinating talk. Inspired by a…
Acorn Bank can be found at Temple Sowerby, just a few miles east of Penrith and situated between…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ This course will explore multiple forms of fiction…
A Songwriter's Adventure Along the Pilgrimage Trails of St Oswald's Way & The Way of Light. In…
12-4pm | 16+ yrs Have you wanted to give our incredible clay courses a go but you're not sure if…
Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned…
Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and…
Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs Mature Movers is an open dance class for…
Fri 24 Apr-3 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6.30pm | 16+ yrs Design and make your own pieces, learning all the…
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…


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