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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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Ambleside
Everyone creates their own coping strategies or rules for living. But what happens when an extended family gathers in the kitchen for a traditional Christmas and they each follow those rules, rigidly?
In Sam Holcroft's theatrically playful, dark…
Kendal, Ulverston, Maryport, RSPB Leighton Moss
We will be holding a number of in person drop-in information sessions around Cumbria:
Kendal - Tuesday 29th October
Ulverston - Tuesday 12th November
Maryport - Thursday 21st November
RSPB Leighton Moss - Wednesday 27th November
Please visit the…
Ambleside
A walk from The Armitt to look at the natural world as if the artist Beatrix Potter. Discovering different ways to look and appreciate the Lakeland landscape. Please bring a small bag to collect found objects & and a camera phone for photography,…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
Compston Rd, Ambleside
The Joe Locke Quartet – Europe 2024
Multi-award-winning celebrated US vibraphonist Joe Locke will tour Europe in late October and early November of 2024, playing festivals and clubs across the region. Booking is now well under way, with a headline…
Ravenglass
"Little Engineers' Day" with Chris Vine and a special Halloween-themed storytelling event.
Our Young Engineers will meet author Chris Vine at Ravenglass and experience a railway adventure 'behind the scenes'. We will be visiting the steam engine…
Kendal
Starts 11am & 2pm | Tickets £15.50 | Theatre | Recommended Age 3+
Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years, he performs with his guitar and stunning animations…
Cockermouth
Join Jessie McMeekin as she tells tales by the kitchen fire to horrify and delight you.
This event is suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
This event is free but normal admission charges apply…
Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth
Whitehaven
Handpicked Productions join us to for a horrific Halloween mask making session. Be as scary as you like! Will your mask be more Uncle Fester than Wednesday Addams? Or more Frankenstein than werewolf?
Bring your most gruesome ideas, and we'll assist…
Windermere
Learn about folklore and superstition in farming communities like Troutbeck and how the Browne's protected themselves from illness and bad spirits.
The Browne family's collection of books, stories and relics will show you just how important it was…
Townend, Windermere
Bowness on Windermere
Wednesday 30 Oct
(11:00/14:00)
Experience the best in soap bubble entertainment.
Join Ray, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, and help him in his quest to complete the bubble game and make the ultimate bubble.A…
Penrith
I don't know why she swallowed a fly...... But The People's Theatre Company do!
And now you can too as they bring the world's best loved nonsense rhyme to life just in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pam Adams' best-selling book!
The Rheged Centre, Penrith
Newby Bridge
Are you ready for a night of ghoulishly good fun? Gather your little monsters and head to The Swan Hotel on October 31st for our thrilling "Monster Mash" Kids Halloween Party! ♂️
Event Highlights:
Kids UV Mini Disco – Let your little ones dance…
Inspiration
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Have you got what it takes to save Dolly the steamboat from the waters of Windermere? Have a go at…
Introduction to Stained Glass | 28 Sep | 12-4pm | £45 | 16+ yrs | Tutor Sarah Walkley | Studio…
Sensing Melodies is a music variety night that we're thrilled to bring back again after returning…
In it's first year of creation, The Armitt is pleased to be hosting a day all about fungi! Inspired…
Experience a night-time adventure with the whole family on Coniston Water in rafted canoes. Enjoy…
Come along to The Armitt's "Running Int' Fells" exhibition for an exciting run and nutrition talk…
Have a go at carving a spooky pumpkin this half-term at Allan Bank. Unleash your creative skills…
The growth in Halloween celebrations in recent years has been influenced by American horror films…
The Churchfitters is a folk band like no other. These three flamboyant characters present their…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Tallow Tales - Hawkshead Ghostwalks - will be joining us on Monday 28th October for some spooky…
Discover the Ecology Gallery, a space dedicated to exploring the stories of our local landscape,…
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness…
26 October – 3 November 2024 10:30am – 8pm From dawn till dusk, there's something for everyone to…
Drypoint | 26 Oct | 12-4pm | £60 | 16+ | Tutor Caroline Stow | Print Room We will make an…
A collection of environmental focused short films chosen by the Kendal Mountain Festival team. The…
Join JAG Outdoors for a walk around the forest at night and be part of the Cumbria Dark Skies…
Little Explorers story and nature walks are especially for under 5's and their grown-ups. These fun…
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh…
Discover the innovative methods farmers are using to rewild Britain's landscape in a captivating…
Following a recent step towards theatre in his last few shows, Mark Thomas is back to his finest…
Explore almost 400 years of the history of English Education from 1585 to 1909 with our 2024…
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