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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.
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.
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Whitehaven
What if wishes were granted? What if magic was real? When a Storyteller appears everyone is enchanted… Beasts and breadcrumbs, wolves and witches, but all Froggy really wants is to hear a story starring someone like him. Head into the woods with…
Rydal, Ambleside
A 6 day all inclusive retreat to train you to become a massage therapist. Includes accredited qualification course, accommodation, meals, yoga and hot tub. Located at the beautiful, historic Nab Cottage by Rydal Water lake.
Whitehaven
Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his corvid companion Crowbert and a collection of curious contraptions, Mr West demonstrates the fundamental principles of scientific enquiry and tackles some…
Kendal
Starts 2pm | Tickets £12.50 | Theatre | Age Guidance 6+
Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his corvid companion Crowbert and a collection of curious contraptions, Mr West demonstrates the…
Bowness on Windermere
Thursday 17- Saturday 19 April
Why not join twenty somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this hilarious comedy as they develop a love for, and the people involved with, Northern Soul. What started as a College project has grown into a passion, but the…
Penrith
Presented by Speakers from the Edge
From injured veteran to the world's first double above-knee amputee to summit Mount Everest; Hari shares his inspiring journey from being born in a cowshed, going to school barefoot, growing up in civil war,…
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £23 | Theatre
'Hejira' is a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late '70s. Having released the albums 'The Hissing of Summer Lawns', 'Hejira', 'Don Juan's…
Whitehaven
Rosehill welcomes Geoff Norcott to Rosehill for the first time as he puts the finishing touches to his latest stand up show. This ones not to be missed!
Geoff has also had several successful national stand-up tours, with TAKING LIBERTIES touring in…
Workington
Workington Town's first Pride
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £35 | Theatre
Together for fifty five years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. New album the Green Man Collection brings together…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Friday 2 May
The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping folk-rock band that in 2009, took the world by storm. Four musicians come together in tweed waistcoats, skinny jeans and bushy beards to celebrate the best of…
Kendal
Starts 11am & 2pm | Tickets £11, Under 16s £9, Family of 4 £32, Schools £8, Groups (10+) £9 | Theatre | Recommended Age 8+
A Lichfield Garrick production
MICHAEL MORPURGO'S FARM BOY
Adapted & directed by Daniel Buckroyd.
It sometimes felt as…
Inspiration
Stargazing with the expert. Join astronomer Stuart Atkinson at 6pm at Cockshott Point on the shore…
Join us for a rip-roaring ride through Cumbria past and present with writer Gordon Emery. From…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
The Winter Whitehaven Flower Club Gala returns with even more beautiful arrangements and top advice…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
SWAN CHRISTMAS MARKETS 2024 – SAVE THE DATE! Our Christmas markets are back once again this year,…
Members of the international Waterline project continue their collaboration with a new theme of…
A half day massage training experience for you to learn a soothing, effective, deep tissue back…
LITTLE STARS A group for toddlers and young children that takes place under the stars in Carlisle…
On Saturday 16th November, The Ambleside Christmas Lights event is an evening of joy and festivity…
Join in the celebrations in Keswick on Friday 15th November for their annual Christmas Light Switch…
A high-flying adventure for all the family… Raised in the Indian jungle, Mowgli the man cub spends…
Enjoy the delightful flavours of Christmas with our festive-inspired Afternoon Tea. Indulge in…
The Manchester Bee Monument will be visiting Barrow from the 4th - 22nd November 2024. The Bee…
Join us for an introduction to the sights, sounds and stories of Grizedale at night. Our…
Discover the innovative methods farmers are using to rewild Britain's landscape in a captivating…
Touring for the first time in four years, Christine will be performing songs from the "Children of…
Producers market showcasing local and Fairtrade foods and crafts from west Cumbria. Music from…
We will be holding a number of in person drop-in information sessions around Cumbria: Kendal -…
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness…
Doors 8pm | Tickets £19 | Malt Room Standing One of the most talked-about folk bands of the 21st…
Abbot Hall presents Legacy, a solo exhibition by contemporary artist Charmaine Watkiss. Discover a…
Brantwood Dark Skies and Pie Moonlight Walk – Guided walk with professional Mountain Leader, Martin…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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