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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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122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £26 | Age Guidance 14+ | Malt Room Standing
There are few songwriters to ever surpass the gifts he's brought, either on his own, with The Pale Fountains, Shack or The Strands, but Michael Head and his Red Elastic Band start to…
Kendal
Since their inception in 1984, The Men They Couldn't Hang have been a driving force in the folk-punk scene, captivating audiences with their electrifying performances and socially conscious songwriting. Emerging from the Shepherd's Bush squatting…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Price £25.50 | Malt Room Standing
The ABBA REUNION tribute Show is the creation of an Award Winning West End Director, Producer and Choreographer
Starring the original 'Frida' from the London West End cast!
ABBA REUNION gives Abba…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Join us for a very special Father Christmas Tea Party in our amazing winter wonderland. We’ll be showing the Christmassy classic animation of The Snowman, serving a delicious festive afternoon tea with crackers for everyone, and every child will…
Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Father Christmas returns to Holker Hall this December!
Meet Father Christmas and the Elves at Holker Hall and discover the magic of Christmas. Receive a gift from Father Christmas by the roaring fire in the magical setting of Holker's grand library…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Whitehaven
Follow Paddington and the Brown family as they visit Aunt Lucy in Peru, but a mystery sends them to the Amazon rainforest and up Peruvian mountains.
Stick around after the film for some creative Paddington-themed based activities.
Ravenglass
Saturday 14 December 2024 from 6pm.
Muncaster Hawk & Owl Centre will this year be hosting a brand-new special event – 'Silent Night: a festive evening with owls at Muncaster' on Saturday 14 December.
We are thrilled to launch this new event as we…
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Kendal
The Man Who Wanted to be a Penguin | 14, 21 & 22 Dec, Starts 1pm & 5pm, Tickets £14 | 23 & 24 Dec, Starts 11am & 3pm, Tickets £16 | Recommended Age 3+
The Man Who Wanted to be a Penguin's main character is an enthusiastic, energetic and curious man…
Braithwaite, Keswick
The full Cold moon illuminates our deepest desires with her magical bright light. Whilst the world is at rest, our dreams for the year ahead are beginning to form in readiness for the return of the sun at the upcoming winter solstice.
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Whitehaven
Cast: To be confirmed
Choreography: Frederick Ashton | Music: Sergei Prokofiev
This Christmas, be transported into an ethereal world where a sprinkling of fairy dust makes dreams come true. This enchanting ballet by The Royal Ballet's Founding…
Kendal
Starts 8pm | Tickets £14.50 | Conc. £12.50 | Malt Room Cabaret Seated | Age Guidance 18+
Come and join us for a night of fantastic festive fun at our ever-popular comedy club this December!
Joining us for this night of mighty mirth-filled merriment…
Bowness on Windermere
Presented by Staveley Roundhouse Theatre
As adapted for the stage by Anthony E. Palermo from Frank Capra's 1946 film. Directed by Fliss Pocock and based on the story, The Greatest Gift, by Philip Van Doren Stern.
Come and join us and get into a…
Inspiration
This is a family friendly-event and free to Roman Army Museum ticket holders. Animal bones can…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
Join us this summer to celebrate the legacy of Carlisle United (while looking optimistically…
Get ready for a blooming good time at Wray this autumn! Join us for a free bulb planting event…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Abbot Hall presents Legacy, a solo exhibition by contemporary artist Charmaine Watkiss. Discover a…
If you're limited for time or unsure if a full day workshop is for you, why not join a half day…
Presented by Speakers from the Edge: There is no mountain in the world that strikes fear into…
Starts 7.30pm | Tickets £20.50 | Malt Room Cabaret Nigel Planer is a comedy legend, an actor,…
Tallow Tales - Hawkshead Ghostwalks - will be joining us on Monday 28th October for some spooky…
Have a go at carving a spooky pumpkin this half-term at Allan Bank. Unleash your creative…
Experience a night-time adventure with the whole family on Coniston Water in rafted canoes. Enjoy…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Discover the Ecology Gallery, a space dedicated to exploring the stories of our local landscape,…
Written and performed by Nicholas Collett and directed by Gavin Robertson. Award-winning solo…
Are you ready for a spooktacular Halloween? Join us for hot chocolate, gingerbread, and Halloween…
Join children’s author Elaina Moon as she reads her new book about a little girl called Amelia…
Why not indulge in a bit of winter magic and take part in the Winter Droving Festival. Held…
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape As a printmaker using…
The one hour family show features some of Britain's funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy,…
Sunday 27|Monday 28 October (10:00 11:30 13:00 14:30) Come and join Captain Bongo and the crew…
Threadmill are a group of fifteen textile and mixed media artists committed to the promotion of…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
The 175 varieties of apple growing under the care of Acorn Bank's garden team start to ripen at the…
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