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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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Newby Bridge
A new home interiors and renovation event that showcases the huge range of expert, independent
businesses and artisan craftsmanship within Cumbria will launch next Spring. Media stars and
upholsterers, Vicky Grubb and Ray Clarke, (BBC's Money for…
Bowness on Windermere
Oh Human Thing is an immersive performance of poetry, storytelling, and philosophy, exploring romanticism, nature, and the death and resurrection of wonder in the face of AI and an evolving future, by Samuel Hurley.
Oh Human Thing is an immersive…
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £28.50 | Theatre
Following the official release of the album and the publication of her book of the same name in March 2024, Cara brings her acclaimed "Coming Home" show to life once again.
The Autumn of 2023 and Spring of…
28 Duke St, Barrow-in-Furness
Domingo Hindoyan conductor
Members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Ever wondered what a conductor does? As part of Barrow's Festival of Colours, come meet Venezuelan maestro Domingo Hindoyan and members of the Royal Liverpool…
Sedbergh
Hook a Hen Workshop with Jane Cook
Saturday 22 March 2025 10am - 4pm
£65
Create your very own Trivet or wall hanging, choose your own colour palette, traditional hues or avant-garde, make a wider border to create a pad or seat cushion.
Recycle your…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Whitehaven
Cast: To be confirmed
Choreography: Kenneth MacMillan | Music: Sergey Prokofiev
The greatest love story ever told – through ballet. An ancient family feud casts a long shadow over the town of Verona. In this hothouse of tension, brawls are quick…
cumbria
Half Marathon & 10k in Carlisle
Lake Rd, Keswick
Inspired by remarkable true events.
"It's built for us, isn't it? The Spitfire. Built for women."
New Year's Eve, 1959.
Decades after answering the call, two women separated by the war meet again as the rain hammers down on the windows of The…
Sedbergh
Colour, Texture and Pattern Weaving Workshop with Jan Beadle
Saturday 27 March 10am-4pm
£75 plus £5 for materials on the day
Come and enjoy a day of weaving on a 4-shaft table loom. Whether you're a beginner or already a weaver this will be a lovely…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Ambleside
Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick's comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.
This explosively funny satire, about a rogue U.S General who triggers a nuclear attack, is…
kendal
Making braids and cords is such a useful skill for any textile person – weaver, knitter, or other. It's not just about making braids, it's what you can do with threads, yarns and ends, that can give that extra finishing touch to a project or garment…
Kendal
1-3 day retreat available! This retreat is a spiritual and mindful retreat. With activities including.
Cacao ceremony, psychic readings, intuition circle workshop
Meditation, forest bathing, reiki crystal therapy, inner child healing work shop,…
Inspiration
This autumn will mark the 75th anniversary of the Warren Miller film legacy. When the first film…
We look forward to hearing Edward Taylor on Wednesday 15th January, at his next Organ Recital…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
A collection of mixed media pieces aimed to inspire and initiate thought provoking conversation…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
After a decade away in London, 29-year-old Rona (Saoirse Ronan) returns home to the Orkney Islands.…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Tapestry weavers from England and New Zealand come together in this fourth international touring…
Meeting early at Staveley (last good phone signal until we are on the hill) we will drive to the…
Join British Life Photographer of the year, Amy Bateman, and start taking better photographs today.…
Heallreaf 5 presents their latest exhibition of handwoven tapestry. Using centuries old weaving…
Series of matinee piano recitals showcasing talented concert pianists in the exquisite venue of…
As part of our Everest Revisited programme of talks, we are delighted to welcome Julie Summers to…
£3 joint ticket discount when you purchase tickets to the Bonington The Mountaineer Film and Life…
The title of this exhibition is a riff on 'Roaring 20's' but chosen because, for Stephen Warnes…
The International Textile Exhibition is back with new work from around the world. Oceans is the…
This is a practical course aimed at beginners, although more experienced students are welcome. Over…
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
£3 joint ticket discount when you purchase tickets to the Bonington The Mountaineer Film and Life…
Extended until Sunday 16 March! 2024 is the centenary of Mallory and Irvine's disappearance…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum…
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