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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.
We’re having a party. Come and join us.
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Braithwaite, Keswick
The Full Wolf Moon holds a special spiritual significance for many, symbolising strength, intuition, and the power of community. It is a powerful time for coming together to harness our inner strength, embrace our wild and intuitive nature, and…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Braithwaite, Keswick
The Full Snow Moon in Leo illuminates our path to self-expression, confidence, and creative power. Leo, the radiant fire sign ruled by the Sun, invites us to step into our full glory and celebrate our individuality. Traditionally known as the Snow…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Keswick
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh produce and gifts.
Wigton
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household essentials.
Keswick
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Workington
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Workington
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Barrow-in-Furness
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to tell the stories of the men and women who made Barrow great and a world leader in engineering. There is so much to do and see in the gallery including…
The Dock Museum, Barrow-in-Furness
W Strand, Whitehaven
The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, will open at The Beacon Museum on Saturday 26 October, featuring exceptional images that capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's ceramic sculptures explore the human experience, the fragility of life and its strength to overcome. His large thin-walled vessels appear robust, yet…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere
Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
Every Friday in our off-peak season retired people who are over 60 and living in the LA/CA postcode…
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness, Bowness-on-Windermere
Brampton
The title of this exhibition is a riff on 'Roaring 20's' but chosen because, for Stephen Warnes 'Exploring 20's' describes his approach to painting.
At any stage Stephen will have 5 or 6 on the go and works on them in turn as his ideas about them…
Gallery North West, Brampton
Inspiration
The International Textile Exhibition is back with new work from around the world. Oceans is the…
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at…
Prepare for an adrenaline-packed adventure at BounceFest, where your kids are in for a non-stop 90…
Series of matinee piano recitals showcasing talented concert pianists in the exquisite venue of…
Full of Noises in Barrow Park kicks off its 2025 Light in the Park movie season with two amazing…
We're hosting the Missing Lynx Exhibition, visiting local venues in the project area so that people…
Start/Finish- Coniston Tourist Info car park 09.00am Duration- 6hrs Distance- 6-8km Gain…
FEATURING 11 UNSEEN PERCY KELLYS EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY – SOME OF WEST CUMBRIA'S MOST…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Tapestry weavers from England and New Zealand come together in this fourth international touring…
With the still waters of the Lakes as an inspiring backdrop, sewists of any experience are invited…
The title of this exhibition is a riff on 'Roaring 20's' but chosen because, for Stephen Warnes…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
American soprano Angel Blue headlines as the Ethiopian princess torn between love and country in a…
Doors: 7:30pm | Tickets: £21 | Theatre Hayden Thorpe is best known as the former frontman and…
Get ready to celebrate Scotland's favourite bard and Rock out to the MOTHER of all choirs! On this…
The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum…
We look forward to Welcoming the Coventina Piano Trio to the Fratry Hall on Wednesday 22nd January,…
Heallreaf 5 presents their latest exhibition of handwoven tapestry. Using centuries old weaving…
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh…
A collection of mixed media pieces aimed to inspire and initiate thought provoking conversation…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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