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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.
This November, check out the Cumbria Dark Skies Festival 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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Egremont
About the event
Set to unfold over 2 days, this course will give you the confidence to create your own wedding flowers. Using sustainable mechanics, no floral foam.
How the Days Will Evolve:
Day One
Morning:
After cuppas ☕ and settling in, we…
Penrith
Tickets on sale from 31st August
Presented by Speakers from the Edge
Sean Conway set out to achieve something no-one else on the planet had ever managed; ultra-endurance records for first, longest, fastest AND most. 105 Iron Man competitions in…
Sedbergh
Snowdrops Fibre Art Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger
Sunday 23 February 10am - 4pm
£65 plus £5 for materials on the day
Join Studio Artist Wendy Ann for a fun day creating snowdrops inspired fibre art. Using a range of plant fibres such as linen,…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome back Julie Best and Jean Corrighan Accordion Duo.
Entry to our afternoon concerts is free; there is a collection taken at the end of each concert - please give what you…
Bowness on Windermere
This concert is an external hire by Lakeland Sinfonia and you will be directed to their booking facility for tickets. Tickets are also available to purchase on the day of the concert in the Old Laundry Theatre foyer. Seats are unreserved.
The…
Sedbergh
Make Your Own Ceramic Tea Light House Workshop with Lydia Crampton
Thursday 27 February 10am - 4pm
£65 plus £5 on the day for materials and firing
Ever fancied having a go at making your own piece of work out of clay?
This pottery workshop will be…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £26 | Malt Room Standing
Welcome to The Nashville Nights Tour, where the heart and soul of country music come alive on stage. Led by the genuine and critically acclaimed Nashville recording artists, Kaitlyn Baker and Joe…
Whitehaven
Fresh from Live At The Apollo, A League Of Their Own and Have I Got News For You, Maisie Adam is heading back out on tour with a brand new show.
She's five years into her job as a comedian now, so she's due an appraisal. Join her for the ultimate…
Egremont
About the event
When you want to elevate your tablescapes for your special event, flowers are the perfect way to do so. ✨
In this one-day workshop, you will learn how to create an amazing floral table runner that will gracefully flow along the…
Sedbergh
Exploring Techniques in Woven Tapestry Workshop with Anna Wetherell
Saturday 1 March 2025 10am – 4pm
£65 plus £5 for materials
The Heallreaf tapestries are inspirational! We will have a look round the exhibition and see how the weavers have used…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Whitehaven
Choreography: Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov | Music: Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Additional Choreography: Liam Scarlett and Frederick Ashton
Classical ballet's most powerful tale of love, treachery and forgiveness.
Kendal
Starts 8pm | Tickets £18 | Theatre
If life is a journey, Zoe's has had more than its share of potholes and diversions: from diving with sharks, to sitting in a shed in Vietnam with a former health secretary (and discovering that MPs aren't the only…
Inspiration
We will hold you spellbound as we tell you a tale based on one of the 101 Arabian Night Stories,…
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape As a printmaker using…
A high-flying adventure for all the family… Raised in the Indian jungle, Mowgli the man cub spends…
Christmas Day Lunch at the Salutation Inn from 12-3pm. £60 per person for 3 courses Christmas Day…
Step back in time with Regency Christmas at Dove Cottage. The mantlepieces are garlanded with holly…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
This show runs from Friday 20 – Tuesday 24 December. Friday 20 Dec: 1pm & 4pm | Saturday 21 Dec:…
Enjoy a selection of festive treats including scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream, a…
Discover the innovative methods farmers are using to rewild Britain's landscape in a captivating…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Join a jolly gathering to sing carols on Helvellyn this Christmas! Bring your instruments and…
The Man Who Wanted to be a Penguin | 14, 21 & 22 Dec, Starts 1pm & 5pm, Tickets £14 | 23 & 24 Dec,…
Wander through a nature-themed lights trail around the Knoll, inspired by Sizergh's estate, and get…
Choreography: Peter Wright after Lev Ivanov | Music: Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky Discover the…
Come and experience Carlisle Cathedral's first ever Christmas Tree Festival, with 30 trees on…
Ever wondered how Santa navigates the skies on Christmas Eve? Join Jo from JAG Outdoors for a…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
A very Merry Muncaster Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at Muncaster Castle this Christmas…
Discover the Ecology Gallery, a space dedicated to exploring the stories of our local landscape,…
Enjoy the delightful flavours of Christmas with our festive-inspired Afternoon Tea. Indulge in…
We are delighted to announce in light of the main auditorium being closed that we will be turning…
The Swan's Santa's Grotto, a festive wonderland awaits your little ones! Every weekend from…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
This year we will celebrating Christmas at Levens Hall by opening the House and part of the Topiary…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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