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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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Sedbergh
Sue Lancaster is a well-known as a textile artist working in machine embroidery, but her work starts well in advance of the production in stitch. In 'What's the Point' Sue will be exploring landscapes in a variety of media – it will be view point…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
122A Highgate, Kendal
Tickets £23.50 | Doors 8pm | Malt Room Standing
FLEETWOOD BAC were the world's first and are regarded as the UK's most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute show, raved about by Peter Green's biographer, and were the first Fleetwood Mac tribute band to…
Ambleside
The Lake District Swim Yoga Retreat.
We love swimming, but we also love yoga and between the two they can keep our lives on an even keel. This trip seeks to offer some lovely wild swimming, in true Swim the Lakes style combined with an excellent…
Brockhole, Windermere
Dedicate a Forget Me Not this summer and support your local hospice.
Available in two colours Blue £35 & Copper £100
Each hand crafted metalwork flower purchased will be publicly displayed at Brockhole on Windermere, Lancaster Castle and our own…
Stock Ln, Grasmere
Maverick Race heads north for our 4th year, to bring you a trail running adventure in the stunning Lake District. With its rugged fells, stunning glacial ribbon lakes, market towns and historic literary associations, the Lake District is one of the…
Crooklands
Located on the fringes of the Lake District, Westmorland County Show is a fantastic day out – voted as one of the UK’s favourite Shows and enjoyed by over 37,000 visitors every year. A major livestock Show with classes for cattle, sheep, pigs,…
Bowness-on-Windermere
They're back! The long-awaited return of Voulez Vous ABBA Tribute is finally here.
With a legacy of over 30 years of sell out audiences in packed theatres, filling every aisle and dance floor with the authentic and sensational re-creation of the…
Sedbergh
This new body of work explores the ever-changing Lakeland landscape. The work is abstract, painted from memory and includes familiar shapes; field patterns on the fellside, ancient gate stoops weathered by the elements, a hog hole in a wall, the…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Sedbergh
I grew up in Huddersfield, in the heart of the textile industry, and spent many childhood days playing amongst the derelict mills that are our industrial heritage. After travelling extensively, I returned to my hometown and the rugged and remote…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Grisedale Bridge, Glenridding
The Famous Autumn Red Deer Rut in the Ullswater and Martindale area of the Lake District is a hidden gem as the bellowing of stags echoes around Martindale and Boredale. Join us with your binoculars to experience this truly magical connection to…
Ullswater Steamers, Glenridding
The Racecourse, Cartmel
Lakes in a Day 2025 (Saturday 11th October)
50 miles, 4000m ascent – a journey on foot from the very top of the Lake District at Caldbeck to the very bottom, at Cartmel, via the stunning Helvellyn Ridge and the western shoreline of Lake Windermere.…
Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel
Ambleside
Timed to coincide with the centenary of the 1924 Mount Everest expedition, the exhibition shares important photographs and artefacts from the Royal Geographical Society and the Mountain Heritage Trust. Large format photography will tell the almost…
Wray, Ambleside
Inspiration
Join us for a rip-roaring ride through Cumbria past and present with writer Gordon Emery. From…
The Swan's Santa's Grotto, a festive wonderland awaits your little ones! Every weekend from…
Join Claire for this friendly and relaxed Calligraphy workshop and learn how to write using this…
Doors 8pm | Tickets £19 | Malt Room Standing One of the most talked-about folk bands of the 21st…
This Christmas, take your family on a magical journey through the heart of the Lake District…
Timed to coincide with the centenary of the 1924 Mount Everest expedition, the exhibition shares…
Immerse yourself in an exquisite night in the breathtaking Lake District, hosted by Chris Mullineux…
After two sell-out shows in a row, Meetwood Flac return to share their love of the legendary…
Ready for some Christmas magic? We're thrilled to invite you to our very first Christmas Market at…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
Join in the celebrations in Keswick on Friday 15th November for their annual Christmas Light Switch…
Brought to you by the National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing…
A high-flying adventure for all the family… Raised in the Indian jungle, Mowgli the man cub spends…
Join us for a introduction to the sights, sounds and stories of Whinlatter at night. Our…
Full of Noises is showing two films made by autistic filmmakers. See The Stimming Pool and A…
Kendal South Choir, conducted by Geoffrey Field, present Vivaldi's Gloria, Rutter's Requiem and…
A half day massage training experience for you to learn a soothing, effective, deep tissue back…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness…
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at…
Join us for an introduction to the sights, sounds and stories of Grizedale at night. Our…
The perfect workshop to ring in the Christmas Spirit! Learn the art of Contemporary gilding by…
Doors 8pm | Tickets £22.50 | Plus Support from The Marcellas | Malt Room Seated A Mythical Musical…
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
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