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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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Kendal
Heavyweights of the Cumbrian and International art world are joining together to take part in Rock Solid?2 from 9th May to 29th June. This exhibition at the People's Gallery, Kendal Museum will run alongside a series of events including an art trail…
Kendal
A new painting exhibition by Rebecca Scott is coming to Cross Lane Projects, Kendal.
The Raft of the Medusa (1819) by French Romantic artist Théodore Géricault famously depicts the survivors of a shipwreck, starving and adrift on a makeshift raft.…
Kendal
Develop your hand building techniques to create a range of pots that you will fire the following week in an outdoor kiln with fire and smoke. A dramatic process resulting in some exciting glaze effects. All levels welcome.
Bowness on Windermere
Lake District Theatre
Alan Ayckbourn's revival of THINGS WE DO FOR LOVE runs from 17 May – 1 June at the Old Laundry Theatre, Bowness-on-Windermere.
Head-strong Barbara lives alone in her male-free, child-free flat whilst widower Gilbert rents the…
Keswick
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK. In addition to outdoor sports, people can enjoy activities, live music, inspirational speakers, and an incredible array of outdoor brands, plus…
Stock Ln, Grasmere
A Flagship fundraising event for Walking with the Wounded, individuals, companies and organisations come together to show their support and experience a memorable team-building weekend in the Lake District!
Whitehaven
Gemma is looking for love, but it's complicated! With the help of dating app Tingle, she dates two men in one night. Does she choose her quirky soul mate Sheldon, or wealthy charmer Nathaniel?
Then there's Spanner and Julie, the 'village idiots',…
Longtown, Carlisle
Netherby Hall's Spring craft fair and open garden weekend takes place over the weekend of May 18 and 19 at the historic country house at Longtown, near Carlisle.
The event showcases independent craft makers and artists from across Cumbria and…
Windermere
Gatesbield is a small sheltered housing association set in award winning gardens in the centre of Windermere. We are opening the gardens to the public and providing tea and cakes to raise money for our local St Mary's Hospice. We look forward to…
Whinlatter Pass, Keswick
Enchanting evenings of music in the forest, with floor spots, special guests and an informal session to round off the evening.
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Threlkeld, Keswick
Cockermouth Mechanics' Band is a community brass band based in Cockermouth and active throughout North West Cumbria. It is one of the oldest brass bands in the world, with roots traceable back to 1825, which is thought to make them the second oldest…
Ambleside
Often described as the friendliest and most beautiful UK marathon.
This wonderful and undulating road marathon takes place every year in May. It's a 26.2 mile anti-clockwise circuit of Windermere through the villages of Hawkshead, Newby Bridge,…
Inspiration
We are delighted to welcome back Sue Rowland, who will inspire you to create an original lino print…
Now in its 12th year, the biennial New Light Prize Exhibition is an open art competition which…
Bendrigg's infamous 10k course is back with a modern twist! We are thrilled to announce the return…
Often described as the friendliest and most beautiful UK marathon. This wonderful and undulating…
Explore our gorgeous gardens with Janet Queen, Rose Castle’s Head Gardener on Thursday 23rd May at…
A one and a quarter-hour cruise to catch the sunset over Windermere. This relaxing cruise takes…
A Flagship fundraising event for Walking with the Wounded, individuals, companies and organisations…
We are delighted to welcome back Sue Rowland, who will inspire you to create an original lino print…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
As Kay lives in Cumbria and Gillian lives in the Trossachs, textiles and walking are intertwined…
A new painting exhibition by Rebecca Scott is coming to Cross Lane Projects, Kendal. The Raft of…
Gatesbield is a small sheltered housing association set in award winning gardens in the centre of…
As part of Lake District Music's spring series of concerts, London Central Brass Quintet perform at…
For both professionals wanting to add to their stock library or a beginner with a love of the…
Keswick Mountain Festival is the UK's largest participatory, outdoors multi-sports event in the UK.…
2 multi terrain runs following for most parts the Cumbrian coastal path
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
The Hay O' Trail is a 6km multi terrain race. Runners leave the grounds of Cockermouth School,…
Kendal South Choir, conducted by Geoffrey Field, present a concert of European sacred music through…
On 14 December 2017, Omar Samra and Omar Nour, affectionately dubbed 'O2', set off in the world's…
Cumbria's own La'al Big Band presents an evening of swing, jazz and pop, from classic to…
Come and join us for a day's Canoeing from Fell Foot. Fell Foot has amazing accessible facilities,…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and…
In this full day workshop, you will experience three distinct elements to creating your unique…
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