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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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Whitehaven
Rosehill welcomes Geoff Norcott to Rosehill for the first time as he puts the finishing touches to his latest stand up show. This ones not to be missed!
Geoff has also had several successful national stand-up tours, with TAKING LIBERTIES touring in…
Workington
Workington Town's first Pride
Greystoke, Penrith
A lovely opportunity to capture the beauty of some of our favourite seasonal flowers of Springtime - using the increasingly popular medium of once humble coloured pencil.
Although considered by many as simply grey and prosaic, the coloured pencil…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £35 | Theatre
Together for fifty five years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. New album the Green Man Collection brings together…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Friday 2 May
The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping folk-rock band that in 2009, took the world by storm. Four musicians come together in tweed waistcoats, skinny jeans and bushy beards to celebrate the best of…
Kendal
Starts 11am & 2pm | Tickets £11, Under 16s £9, Family of 4 £32, Schools £8, Groups (10+) £9 | Theatre | Recommended Age 8+
A Lichfield Garrick production
MICHAEL MORPURGO'S FARM BOY
Adapted & directed by Daniel Buckroyd.
It sometimes felt as…
Kendal
Our farm photography tours will give you unique access to photography subjects normally out of reach.
Whether you are a professional wanting to add to your stock library, or a beginner with a love of the countryside, we will present a variety of…
Ulverston
Join us to buy pottery and ceramics from talented makers. Have-a-go yourself, watch demonstrations and discover unique, handmade pieces that you won't find anywhere else.
Whitehaven
The Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society return to Rosehill with Terry Pratchett's WYRD SISTERS.
Terry Pratchett takes Shakespeare's Macbeth and then turns it up 'till the knob comes off. It's all there – a wicked duke and duchess, the…
The Racecourse, Cartmel
An exciting season of Jumps Racing
Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel
kendal
Often known as Bayeux stitch, laid and couched work was used all over Europe throughout the middle ages, often for very large pieces of embroidery/ Learn this fun easy technique using naturally dyed wool. There will be a choice of simple designs on…
Greystoke, Penrith
We are delighted to welcome much acclaimed, professional watercolour artist Sarah Stokes, joining us for a fascinating May weekend of painting.
Students will cover a multitude of artistic and specifically watercolour skills which include "wet into…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Inspiration
This is a practical course aimed at beginners, although more experienced students are welcome. Over…
Date – 12th January Time – 09.00am Duration – 6hrs Distance – 10km From the centre of Coniston…
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh…
Meeting early at Staveley (last good phone signal until we are on the hill) we will drive to the…
As part of our Everest Revisited programme of talks, we are delighted to welcome Julie Summers to…
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…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
£3 joint ticket discount when you purchase tickets to the Bonington The Mountaineer Film and Life…
Series of matinee piano recitals showcasing talented concert pianists in the exquisite venue of…
£3 joint ticket discount when you purchase tickets to the Bonington The Mountaineer Film and Life…
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at…
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…
Join British Life Photographer of the year, Amy Bateman, and start taking better photographs today.…
Tapestry weavers from England and New Zealand come together in this fourth international touring…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Extended until Sunday 16 March! 2024 is the centenary of Mallory and Irvine's disappearance…
After a decade away in London, 29-year-old Rona (Saoirse Ronan) returns home to the Orkney Islands.…
This autumn will mark the 75th anniversary of the Warren Miller film legacy. When the first film…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Heallreaf 5 presents their latest exhibition of handwoven tapestry. Using centuries old weaving…
A collection of mixed media pieces aimed to inspire and initiate thought provoking conversation…
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