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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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Church St, Ambleside
Join Clara at a delightful Christmas Eve party that becomes a magical adventure once everyone else is tucked up in bed. Marvel at the brilliance of Tchaikovsky's score, as Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker fight the Mouse King and visit the Sugar…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £26 | Malt Room Seated
The Albion Christmas Band are widely regarded as the premier seasonal show, which has been touring for 25 years this year, and attracts sell-out audiences across the UK. Indeed, many people say that their…
Bowness on Windermere
This show runs from Friday 20 – Tuesday 24 December.
Friday 20 Dec: 1pm & 4pm | Saturday 21 Dec: 11am, 2pm & 4pm | Sunday 22 Dec: 11am, 2pm & 4pm | Monday 23 Dec: 11am & 2pm | Tuesday 24 Dec: 10am
It really is the most wonderful time of the year,…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £16 | Malt Room Standing
The Seals are an energetic 4-piece guitar band from Cumbria with over 20 years of experience playing live together. The band are talented, professional musicians with a super cool set list and a solid…
B5289, Keswick
Saturday 21st December
Live music from singer Glen Anderson
Party anthems and feelgood classics
3-course meal
Tea, coffee & mince pies
£53 per person
This year, treat yourself to a real Christmas blowout at one of our sparkling Party Nights…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Ever wondered how Santa navigates the skies on Christmas Eve? Join Jo from JAG Outdoors for a guided walk around the forest and look for the stars that help Santa find his way!
The walk will cover 3-4 miles of trails, and weather permitting, there…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Grasmere
What was Christmas like when the Wordsworths lived at Dove Cottage 200 years ago? Have a go at some Georgian Christmas crafts, including making pomanders and wreaths.
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
Braithwaite, Keswick
Celebrate the energy of the winter solstice with forest bathing in the beautiful Whinlatter forest. At the shortest day, we take our lead from Mother Nature; slowing down our bodies and minds to the rhythm of the forest.
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Braithwaite, Keswick
A women's cacao ceremony in the forest to honour Yule, the Winter Solstice.
Celebrating the release of the dark and return of the sun as from now on each new day grows longer.
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Whitehaven
Choreography: Peter Wright after Lev Ivanov | Music: Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Discover the enchantment of ballet with this sparkling festive treat for the whole family. Julia Trevelyan Oman's period designs bring festive charm to Peter Wright's…
B5289, Keswick
26th December 12pm-2.30pm
£35 for 3-courses
Indulge in the ultimate post-Christmas tradition with our Boxing Day roast at the Borrowdale Hotel, where every succulent bite promises warmth and festive flavours.
To book, please call 017687 77224
Backbarrow, Newby Bridge
Join lots of proud classic vehicle owners as they bring their private vehicles to display at the museum.
Lakeland Motor Museum, Ulverston
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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