You are here: Home > What's On
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.
This November, check out the Cumbria Dark Skies Festival 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.
Number of results: 334
, currently showing 49 to 60.
Greystoke, Penrith
+/or PM workshop Porcelain Jug 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Choose either the morning or afternoon sessions depending on the piece you wish to make. If both sessions are booked a tasty lunch is included.
We are delighted to welcome talented…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Greystoke, Penrith
Join Cath for morning to make your own special decorated plate.
AM workshop Porcelain Plate 10.30am -12.30pm
+/or PM workshop Porcelain Jug 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Choose either the morning or afternoon sessions…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Braithwaite, Keswick
Be part of the Cumbria Dark Skies Festival and Join JAG Outdoors for an evening of adventure, exercise, focus, fun, and wellbeing at Whinlatter.
Starting with a run, followed by an hour of yoga in the yurt, and finish with a short shivasna…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Ambleside
Aerial, in partnership with INWARD EYE Film Festival and Zeffirellis Cinema, is bringing the cultural stars to Ambleside for a weekend of film, performance, music and talks. Aerial and Inward Eye will present an exciting programme of work over the…
Bowness on Windermere
Featuring a heady mix of adventure, archaeology, tricky clues, comedy and action,
2024 has already seen Harrison Ford receive the Critics Choice Award for 'Career Achievement'… for a lifelong contribution to film, and his greatest character…
Cockermouth
️ Ladies Fashion Show & Pop-up Shop! ️
We'd love you to join us on Friday 8th November for a great night out where you will be able to buy some gorgeous new clothes at MASSIVELY reduced prices! Brands include:
️ Mango
️ Zara
️ River Island
️…
Kendal
8 Nov, Starts 4pm | 9 Nov, Starts 11am & 2pm | Tickets £11, Under 16s £9, Family of 4 £32, Groups (10+) £9 | Theatre | Recommended Age 3-8 yrs
Do you have stupid and silly dreams at night? Well, Mr. Sleepybum does, and he's going to reenact them…
Penrith
Experience the dazzling starry skies in the Lake District National Park with an expert astronomer at one of Near Howe's dedicated stargazing events.
We'll be joined by Andy Gray, an astronomer and a science teacher for 20 years. Andy's…
B5289, Keswick
Enjoy the delightful flavours of Christmas with our festive-inspired Afternoon Tea. Indulge in scones, cakes, and finger sandwiches, all served with freshly brewed tea in the cosy ambiance of the conservatory, offering stunning views of the…
Keswick
Join JAG Outdoors for a walk around the forest at night.
The walk will cover up 5 - 7 miles in the forest and out on to the fell tops just outside the forest bounds, depending on the weather and conditions.
This is a more challenging…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Kendal
Discover… Pottery Throwing | 5 Oct & 9 Nov | 11.15am-12.45pm | 1.30-3pm | 3.30-5pm | £50pp per session | 18+ yrs | Tutor Chris Barnes | Studio 2
This is a fun intensive throwing workshop that will concentrate on improving your throwing technique on…
Greystoke, Penrith
Design and create your very own bespoke, warm and funky felt slippers from 100% merino wool, with Debra Esterhuizen.
Join Debra on this fun and soap-filled felting day that can't fail to leave you smiling. Make yourself a beautiful pair of bespoke,…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Inspiration
A full day photography course under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
Taste Cumbria comes to Carlisle this Christmas. New for 2024, there will be a Taste Cumbria market…
Get ready for a blooming good time at Wray this autumn! Join us for a free bulb planting event…
Friday 1 November 11:00/14:00) Foolishly John Lambton throws the strange googly eyed fish back…
Saturday 2 November (13:30/15:00) Show duration: 70 minutes (no interval) Come and join the merry…
The Lakeland Historic Car Club meet on the first Saturday of every month at the museum and Cafe…
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9…
Forestry England members join us for a member only introduction to the sights, sounds and stories…
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom Of The Opera is a worldwide entertainment phenomenon. It has been…
After exploring the house and getting into the spirit of a Georgian All Hallows Eve, get creative…
Join us this summer to celebrate the legacy of Carlisle United (while looking optimistically…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
Families are invited to flex their creative muscles this October with our Halloween-inspired…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Voices from the Wall is a new interactive exhibition at Birdoswald Roman Fort exploring shared…
LOVE the landscape. Capture the dawn and Autumn colours through the lens on board a 2/3-hour cruise…
Hayes Garden World in Ambleside gets set for the start of their festive season with a combined…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Swim in Ullswater lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping…
With the still waters of the Lakes as an inspiring backdrop, sewists of any experience are invited…
Learn about folklore and superstition in farming communities like Troutbeck and how the Browne's…
he Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society return to Rosehill with another Amazing family…
? PUMPKIN PICKING ON THE FARM IS BACK in 2024 ? 1 October – 1 NOVEMBER 2024 TICKETS NOW…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
Running an event?
Are you organising an event and would like to advertise it on the What's On section of Visit Lake District? Let us know! We welcome any new event submissions throughout the year.
Receive all the latest news, special offers and information from the Lake District, Cumbria
Cumbria Tourism, Windermere Road, Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PL