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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.
We’re having a party. Come and join us.
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Kendal
1-3 day retreat available! This retreat is a spiritual and mindful retreat. With activities including.
Cacao ceremony, psychic readings, intuition circle workshop
Meditation, forest bathing, reiki crystal therapy, inner child healing work shop,…
Grasmere
Free event. To help celebrate the Grasmere Switch Off we will be opening the grounds of Allan Bank after dark to allow visitors to enjoy this unique date in the year where you can enjoy a true dark skies experience.
We are taking bookings for 1…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Kendal
The Dreamtime Fellrunner is a poetic, witty and moving exploration of Dr.Julie Carter's running exploits on the Lakeland fells. Commissioned by Theatre by the Lake, Keswick.
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable with a special afternoon tea at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house. With spectacular views of Windermere, this architecturally stunning historic house offers an exceptional setting to celebrate the special…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Join us on the last Friday of each month at the Cathedral Cafe and Bar for our monthly quiz night!
Starts at 7.30pm
With fiendish trivia questions on all sorts of subjects, picture round, music round and more this is the toughest quiz in town - to…
Stramongate, Kendal
Ply-split braiding is an innovative textile technique, a kind of off-loom weaving where high-twist cords go through the centre of, or are split by, other cords. From its origins in northwest India, rooted in the making of exquisite camel girths, it…
122A Highgate, Kendal
An opportunity for people with some experience to develop drawing and/or painting direct from a life model. Explore and develop your techniques as well as new approaches to life drawing on an individual basis and within the disciplined tradition of…
Whitehaven
The sketches and Podcasts have been a viral hit online with over 250 million views. The first live (Wip) night will have some unseen sketches also a live Podcast with other silliness thrown in. John lebbon, Gavin Donaldson, Chris Forshaw will look…
Coniston
Road race
Braithwaite, Keswick
Join JAG Outdoors at Whinlatter for a walk around the forest at night.
The walk will cover 3-4 miles of trails, and weather permitting, stop for some amazing star gazing opportunities. As an amateur astronomer Jo from JAG Outdoors can…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Braithwaite, Keswick
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Taster sessions are the perfect opportunity to 'dip your toe' into the world of landscape photography, exploring different elements and techniques.
£25 per person. Booking…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Nr. Kendal
Can you discover eight of the birds that call Sizergh home? Take part in the Spring Bird Challenge.This self-led family trail will take you out along the Holeslack accessible route, and you'll collect clues along the way before crowning your winner.
Inspiration
BOOK EARLY FOR MOTHER'S DAY Check out our Three Course menu below £29.95pp and HALF PRICE for…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Free event. To help celebrate the Grasmere Switch Off we will be opening the grounds of Allan Bank…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Join us on the last Friday of each month at the Cathedral Cafe and Bar for our monthly quiz…
The sketches and Podcasts have been a viral hit online with over 250 million views. The first live…
An opportunity to hear the extraordinarily talented young violinist Leora Cohen perform Sibelius'…
Join JAG Outdoors at Whinlatter for a walk around the forest at night. The walk will cover 3-4…
Spring Fibre Art Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger Saturday 29 March 10am- 4pm £65 plus £5 for…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
Adventurous Ink, the book subscription that helps readers reconnect, are inviting lovers of good…
From the centre of Coniston we will ascend through the historic Coppermines Valley to Levers Water.…
Celebrate Mothering Sunday with a classic Afternoon Tea in the magnificent surroundings of Carlisle…
Watch as a team of 30 women pull a one-ton car to the top of the Kirkstone Pass, the Lake…
Dr. Strangelove (screening) co-adapted by Armando Iannucci co-adapted and directed by Sean Foley…
Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable with a special afternoon tea at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts…
Heallreaf 5 presents their latest exhibition of handwoven tapestry. Using centuries old weaving…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
1-3 day retreat available! This retreat is a spiritual and mindful retreat. With activities…
Treat your Mum and all the family to a special Sunday Lunch. Choose from one, two or three…
Inspired by remarkable true events. "It's built for us, isn't it? The Spitfire. Built for women…
The Dreamtime Fellrunner is a poetic, witty and moving exploration of Dr.Julie Carter's running…
Series of matinee piano recitals showcasing talented concert pianists in the exquisite venue of…
Come and join us for a springtime-themed painting party! Here's your opportunity to paint a cute…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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