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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 ...Read More
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.
We’re having a party. Come and join us.
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Ambleside
We indulge our obsession with swimming around islands on the Derwentwater Island Hop, and there is no better place in the Lake District to do it. This is one of our swim guides' favourite swim; it's a real adventure, has amazing North Lakes views,…
Derwentwater, Keswick
Newby Bridge
We're looking forward to welcoming Tom Woods to The Swan on the 27th June for an evening of live music.
Enjoy the longer evenings with the Tom's soulful sounds, an acoustic singer and guitarist known for his lively classics.
Join us for a night to…
Pooley Bridge
It's time to welcome back Chestnut House for our Friday night gin-tasting cruises. Your ticket includes a scenic two-hour evening cruise from Pooley Bridge pier, gin-tasting samples provided by Chestnut House and live music from Fiona Hanlon. Please…
Brampton
Set against the stunning backdrop of Magna Fort, we will be celebrating aquila, the symbol of the Roman Empire, here at the Roman Army Museum. Joined by Falconry Days, experience a bird of prey display over this ancient landscape.
Roman Army Museum, Brampton
Braithwaite, Keswick
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Taster sessions are the perfect opportunity to 'dip your toe' into the world of landscape photography, exploring different elements and techniques.
£25 per person. Booking…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Pooley Bridge
A firm favourite, it's the return of our fish & chip evening cruise, featuring musical entertainment from Pete Lashley. The ticket price includes a two-hour evening cruise departing from Pooley Bridge pier and a fish & chip supper…
Ullswater Steamers, Glenridding
Ambleside
The Buckstones Jum and Waterfalls swim takes us just down the road from our Ambleside base to the hamlet of Rydal. This is a wonderful hike up to the now famous Buckstones Jum and the waterfalls that lie downstream. A "Jum" is an old dialect word…
Staveley, Kendal
A genuine Raku experience. Make your own pots, then experience the excitement of firing them yourself to discover stunning glaze effects! The first day you will develop hand-building skills to create a range of pots or models. These will be dried…
Cockermouth
A celebration of live performance across the town; 20+ venues; 70+ acts; almost all are free and for all ages !
Ambleside
The Elterwater Swimming Adventure – this little corner of the South Lakes is often overlooked by outdoor swimmers but is filled with delightful little places to swim. During this trip, we hope to show you a few of our faves. The walking is as lovely…
Elterwater, Langdale
Buttermere
Base Camp Festival is the small and friendly festival for outdoor lovers aged 18 and over. Based in an idyllic location on the banks of Buttermere, the festival offers loads of activities and attractions on-site, plus the opportunity to explore the…
Castle Way, Carlisle
We are delighted to announce that the UK Proms Weekend will coming to the stunning Carlisle Castle in 2025 as part of a UK wide tour of eight iconic historic locations including Whitby Abbey,Pendennis Castle and Kenilworth Castle.
Featuring the…
Carlisle Castle, Carlisle
Inspiration
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
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,…
Starting in April, every couple of weeks we will be opening Harry's Cafe, Bar & Braai for casual…
A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed, suitable for all ages. This…
The Kendal Colour Dash is back, and the only St John's Hospice Colour Dash in 2025! Join St John's…
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song. Artist Heather Mullender-Ross…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Join us for a spring adventure and make your way along our fun filled Easter trail with activities…
Spring Landscape Week is a four day landscape course. You will start the week drawing from the…
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Join us in celebration for the 20th year of the Dalemain Marmalade Awards!! A celebration of all…
Come and join The Conscious Self for some cold & hot exposure in the heart of The Lake District!…
Welcome to our cozy bedtime for lambs! As you settle in to bottle feed these adorable little ones,…
A lovely opportunity to capture the beauty of some of our favourite seasonal flowers of Springtime …
The "Not to be missed" Knitted Bible Stories Exhibition will be hosted by Keswick Methodist Church…
The Bike Inn is having a open Easter weekend for people to come and test ride a range of E-bikes.
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £23 | Theatre 'Hejira' is a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the…
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Sizergh on an Easter trail. Make…
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Acorn Bank on an Easter trail.Make…
Explore the founding of the school library by ex-pupil, Daniel Rawlinson 350 years ago! For the…
Annual Art Exhibition showing work by over 100 artist from throughout Cumbria.
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
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,…
Starting in April, every couple of weeks we will be opening Harry's Cafe, Bar & Braai for casual…
A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed, suitable for all ages. This…
Starting in April, every couple of weeks we will be opening Harry's Cafe, Bar & Braai for casual…
A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed, suitable for all ages. This…
The Kendal Colour Dash is back, and the only St John's Hospice Colour Dash in 2025! Join St John's…
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song. Artist Heather Mullender-Ross…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Join us for a spring adventure and make your way along our fun filled Easter trail with activities…
Spring Landscape Week is a four day landscape course. You will start the week drawing from the…
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Join us in celebration for the 20th year of the Dalemain Marmalade Awards!! A celebration of all…
Come and join The Conscious Self for some cold & hot exposure in the heart of The Lake District!…
Welcome to our cozy bedtime for lambs! As you settle in to bottle feed these adorable little ones,…
A lovely opportunity to capture the beauty of some of our favourite seasonal flowers of Springtime …
The "Not to be missed" Knitted Bible Stories Exhibition will be hosted by Keswick Methodist Church…
The Bike Inn is having a open Easter weekend for people to come and test ride a range of E-bikes.
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £23 | Theatre 'Hejira' is a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the…
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Sizergh on an Easter trail. Make…
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Acorn Bank on an Easter trail.Make…
Explore the founding of the school library by ex-pupil, Daniel Rawlinson 350 years ago! For the…
Annual Art Exhibition showing work by over 100 artist from throughout Cumbria.
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
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,…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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