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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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Ambleside
On 5 October 2025
18:00-19:30
We are delighted to bring this project to England this year, marking the 250th anniversary of Turners birthday. At the invitation of Brantwood, John Ruskin's home and museum, the exhibition Drawing Along Turner's…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
Ambleside
On 17 October 2025
18:00-19:00
Over a period of ten years, Teesdale based artist, Andy Beck, undertook a fascinating an unique project on the Lake District Fells - The Wainwrights in Colour. This task has been to find a locate every single…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
Ambleside
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt museum from February to December 2025.
The Armitt museum and Alfred Wainwright Books & Memorabilia are thrilled to announce a collaborative and…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
Kirkland, Kendal
Lady Anne Clifford: Building Attributes is a pop up exhibition presenting four architectural models inspired by Anne Clifford's fight to reclaim her inherited estates. The models – representing the castles at Brough, Skipton, and Pendragon, and the…
Abbot Hall, Kendal
Keswick
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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…
Sedbergh
Tapestry of the North: Our Textile Heritage is an open, non-juried exhibition, hosted by the Northern region of the British Tapestry Group. The theme for the exhibition is Our Textile Heritage. This broad theme of textiles created in the North of…
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…
W Strand, Whitehaven
Discover how World War II shaped the lives of people in our community in this powerful, story-led exhibition. Marking the 80th anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Day, Service, Solidarity and Sacrifice shines a light on the extraordinary courage of…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Kirkland, Kendal
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon Starling. Bringing together his major boat-themed projects, the show explores the vessel as a symbol of migration, transformation, and change.
Highlights…
Abbot Hall, Kendal
Rayrigg Road, Windermere
Discover life on Windermere through the lens of award-winning artist Juliet Klottrup. This exhibition of paintings and photography celebrates the people, stories and heritage of Windermere — from boatbuilders and our conservation team to community…
Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere
Braithwaite, Keswick
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched!
Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd Wood & Grizedale Forest. The perfect location for you to enjoy stunning scenery and a fully marked course on forest roads and trails.
This series…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Inspiration
Step back in time with Townend's Victorian Christmas. The fire is roaring, the house decked with…
There's winter wonder for the whole family at the gateway to the Lake District this year. From 21…
This new body of work explores the ever-changing Lakeland landscape. The work is abstract, painted…
Local Crafts Christmas Fair – Two Days of Festive Magic! Get into the holiday spirit at our Local…
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition…
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song. Artist Heather Mullender-Ross…
Get creative with us this Christmas holidays at Abbot Hall. Make a Clothes Peg Doll Materials will…
Tapestry of the North: Our Textile Heritage is an open, non-juried exhibition, hosted by the…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
Join us for our Christmas Opening here at Levens Hall this December. We will be opening the House…
he Swan's Santa's Grotto, a festive wonderland awaits your little ones! Every weekend from…
Every Christmas the Carlisle Cathedral choirs join forces for the annual Christmas Concert; this…
SIGNAL proudly presents its first major group exhibition in their newly refurbished gallery spaces.…
Join JAG Outdoors for a very family friendly festive walk around the forest at night. The event…
✨ Santa's Grotto Experience – Just £10 per Child! (Adults go free!) Step into the magic of…
On 29 October 2025 10:00-17:00 It's that time of year again! Fungi Fest returns! We're…
Step inside Santa's Secret Grotto – hidden deep inside a Lake District mountain! Ho-Ho-Honister is…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
Served Daily Between 1pm & 5pm Book now for our afternoon tea with a festive twist. Our festive…
Discover how World War II shaped the lives of people in our community in this powerful, story-led…
Special Christmas edition of the popular comedy night featuring 4 award winning, Edinburgh Fringe…
Enter the incredible world of Stuff and Nonsense. There's a wolf coming… but for now, The Three…
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…


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