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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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Grange-over-Sands
Halloween fun for all the family at Holker Hall across 2 days - Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th October 2024.
Grasmere
Have a go at carving a spooky pumpkin this half-term at Allan Bank.
Unleash your creative skills on one of the pumpkins ready for Halloween – what will you create? We'll provide the pumpkins, cleaned and ready to carve, and have all the tools you…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Braithwaite, Keswick
If you're limited for time or unsure if a full day workshop is for you, why not join a half day workshop? This beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to 'dip your toe' into the world of landscape photography.
These two hour…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Kendal
Ruth Lyon & Conrad Bird are lead singers and songwriters of acclaimed cult-folk rockers Holy Moly & The Crackers. With the band, they have sold out shows all over the UK and Europe, performed at innumerable festivals – Cropredy, Glastonbury and…
Rayrigg Road, Windermere
Families are invited to flex their creative muscles this October with our Halloween-inspired drop-in activities. You can choose to:
Construct a Creature: Construct a horrifying creature using recycled materials, child-safe Makedo tools and screws…
Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere
Ravenglass
26 October – 3 November 2024
10:30am – 8pm
From dawn till dusk, there's something for everyone to enjoy, ensuring a spooktacular experience for all ages.
Our Muncaster Halloween Family Festival has evolved and expanded over the years, and in 2024,…
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Kirkland, Kendal
Bring your imagination to life this half term and build a fairy home using twigs, leaves, pinecones and twine. Gain inspiration by the changing nature surrounding Abbot Hall and exhibits within. Your creations will form our temporary little village…
Abbot Hall, Kendal
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Share your creative responses to Blackwell's stunning interiors and the Johannes Pretorius exhibition opening on 1 November. We encourage you to express yourself in any medium—whether it's doodling, sketching, or creative writing—in our community…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Whitehaven
Those cheeky chappies and lovely ladies of the "renowned ROGER Radio cast" are back and this time it's DREADFUL!
Prepare to delve into the grim laboratory of Dr Frankenstein from the comfort of your theatre seat. Experience the creation of a…
Rayrigg Road, Windermere
Have you got what it takes to save Dolly the steamboat from the waters of Windermere? Have a go at our interactive adventure to find out! This fun activity will put your codebreaking skills to the test as only those who correctly answer questions,…
Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere
Sedbergh
A wonderful selection of eco stallholders providing information on protecting the environment and selling natural and sustainable products, recycled and upcycled arts & crafts and delicious eco-friendly foods!
St. Andrew's Church, Sedbergh, Sedbergh
Brogden Street, Ulverston
Sensing Melodies is a music variety night that we're thrilled to bring back again after returning last year. The night gives us the chance to showcase all the amazing talents our members have with a line-up of autistic performers, singers and…
Inspiration
Back by popular demand. Go Ape Sundown Adventures offer a new level of forest fun in the dark.…
Presented by Speakers from the Edge: There is no mountain in the world that strikes fear into…
Written and performed by Nicholas Collett and directed by Gavin Robertson. Award-winning solo…
Share your creative responses to Blackwell's stunning interiors and the Johannes Pretorius…
The Churchfitters is a folk band like no other. These three flamboyant characters present their…
The one hour family show features some of Britain's funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy,…
LITTLE STARS A group for toddlers and young children that takes place under the stars in Carlisle…
Starts 7.30pm | Tickets £20.50 | Malt Room Cabaret Nigel Planer is a comedy legend, an actor,…
Join us this summer to celebrate the legacy of Carlisle United (while looking optimistically…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Voices from the Wall is a new interactive exhibition at Birdoswald Roman Fort exploring shared…
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape As a printmaker using…
Members of the international Waterline project continue their collaboration with a new theme of…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
If you're limited for time or unsure if a full day workshop is for you, why not join a half day…
After exploring the house and getting into the spirit of a Georgian All Hallows Eve, get creative…
The growth in Halloween celebrations in recent years has been influenced by American horror films…
Join us for a magical guided evening walk through the forest. Listen out for owls, learn about the…
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness…
Sunday 27|Monday 28 October (10:00 11:30 13:00 14:30) Come and join Captain Bongo and the crew…
26 October – 3 November 2024 10:30am – 8pm From dawn till dusk, there's something for everyone to…
The 175 varieties of apple growing under the care of Acorn Bank's garden team start to ripen at the…
Explore almost 400 years of the history of English Education from 1585 to 1909 with our 2024…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
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