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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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Grasmere
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song.
Artist Heather Mullender-Ross explores how bird call is heard, perceived, notated and committed to memory, using print, sculpture and sound-based installation.
The exhibition…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Grasmere
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a caravan in Langdale in the late 1940s.
Curated by Tracy Hill and Heather Mullender-Ross. There are printing activities available for adults and…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Grasmere
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition 'Wordsworth's Path to Influence' which opens on 1 April 2025, looks at how he helped shape the Lake District we know today. It features 19th century…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Sedbergh
A coming-together of four very different artists/makers based in Cumbria – who all assemble ideas, subject matter, and materials to create harmonious objects and paintings.
Visitors will see an array of abstract painting using paint and mixed media…
Whitehaven
The award-winning Indefinite Articles present their work for the very young: Claytime, a play with clay, where the audience are invited to participate.
Come to a place where the earth's natural material meets with children's imaginations: a world…
Carnforth
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a wild snack at Dalton Crags.
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we welcome Dominic Downs, Pianist, Composer and Conductor.
While entry to our concerts is complimentary, we encourage contributions during the collection at the end of each performance to support…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Sedbergh
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first love is drawing, and her work begins with first-hand observation and sketches. She never ventures far without a sketch book and find gardens and…
Nr. Hutton in the Forest, Penrith
A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed, suitable for all ages. This unique collection of trick circus marionettes was saved for the nation by a Heritage Lottery Grant. It is one of the largest and most complete puppet…
Bowness on Windermere
"The legend of the Hound Of The Baskervilles has haunted the Baskerville family for generations – none more so than Sir Charles Baskerville, who died in mysterious circumstances worthy of the legend. This leads Doctor Mortimer to consult Sherlock…
Sedbergh
Become a Weaver Workshop with Jan Beadle
Thursday 10 & Friday 11 April 10am – 4pm
£150 plus £5 on the day for materials
If you know the basics, maybe set up your own loom and woven some patterns or have never done any weaving before and would love…
Greystoke, Penrith
New for 2025 we're really pleased to welcome Mark and this exciting ceramic Hare workshop to the Quirky Programme.
Enjoy a busy and absorbing day being guided through the many processes involved in creating these amazing Hares. You can choose…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Inspiration
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £16 | Theatre "A pearl in the jazz catch of the day ★★★★" (NRC, NL), the…
New for 2025 we're really pleased to welcome Mark and this exciting ceramic Hare workshop to the…
Can you discover eight of the birds that call Sizergh home? Take part in the Spring Bird Challenge…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
A coming-together of four very different artists/makers based in Cumbria – who all assemble ideas,…
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we welcome Dominic Downs, Pianist, Composer and…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a wild…
Explore the founding of the school library by ex-pupil, Daniel Rawlinson 350 years ago! For the…
Join us at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for an egg-citing Easter celebration from 5th - 21st…
Easter Eggstravaganza at Walby Farm Park! ✨ 7 – 20 April 2025 Get ready for a chocolate-fuelled,…
From Sketchbook to Canvas is a five day painting course led by artist Nick Bush. You will be…
Uplifting choral music for springtime and Easter with soloists. To include John Rutter "Songs for…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Our Easter Trail this year leads you around Wordsworth Grasmere in search of 'spots of time' from…
The award-winning Indefinite Articles present their work for the very young: Claytime, a play with…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Royal Northern Sinfonia Director & Violin: Maria Włoszczowska Schubert: Symphony No. 5 Mozart:…
Welcome to our cozy bedtime for lambs! As you settle in to bottle feed these adorable little ones,…
Become a Weaver Workshop with Jan Beadle Thursday 10 & Friday 11 April 10am – 4pm £150 plus £5 on…
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Easter Egg Hunt and family Fun Day with Live entertainment
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