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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.
This November, check out the Cumbria Dark Skies Festival 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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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
Coniston
Road race
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Spring Fibre Art Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger
Saturday 29 March 10am- 4pm
£65 plus £5 for materials on the day
Join Studio Artist Wendy Ann for a fun day creating spring inspired fibre art. Using a range of plant fibres such as linen, cotton,…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Whitehaven
What has quickly became an annual tradition.
Carl is back for a third consecutive back-to-back tour. His storytelling skills & ability to hold an audience is second to none.
Kendal
Starts 8pm | Tickets £17 | Conc. £7 | Age Guidance 14+ | Theatre
A poignant exploration of comedy intertwined with the essence of life's ups and downs.
Justin's unparalleled ability to blend side-splitting humour with touching insights offers a…
Whitehaven
Cast: Sondra Radvanovsky, SeokJong Baek, Gemma Summerfield, Adam Palka
Director: Andrei Șerban | Conductor: Raphael Payare
Puccini's captivating opera of a cold-hearted princess and her mysterious suitor. Featuring the ever-popular 'Nessun dorma',…
Sedbergh
A coming-together of four very different artists/makers based in Cumbria – who all assemble ideas, subject matter, and materials to create harmonious objects and paintings.
Visitors will see an array of abstract painting using paint and mixed media…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Sedbergh
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first love is drawing, and her work begins with first-hand observation and sketches. She never ventures far without a sketch book and find gardens and…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Sedbergh
Become a Weaver Workshop with Jan Beadle
Thursday 10 & Friday 11 April 10am – 4pm
£150 plus £5 on the day for materials
If you know the basics, maybe set up your own loom and woven some patterns or have never done any weaving before and would love…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £16 | Theatre
"A pearl in the jazz catch of the day ★★★★" (NRC, NL), the Sam Newbould Quintet is an award winning five piece international group emerging from the vibrant Amsterdam jazz scene. Described as "mindblowing,…
Kendal
Starts 11.30am & 2pm | Tickets £13 | Theatre | Age Guidance 3-7 years
What if wishes were granted? What if magic was real? When a Storyteller appears everyone is enchanted… Beasts and breadcrumbs, wolves and witches, but all Froggy really wants is…
Rydal, Ambleside
A 6 day all inclusive retreat to train you to become a massage therapist. Includes accredited qualification course, accommodation, meals, yoga and hot tub. Located at the beautiful, historic Nab Cottage by Rydal Water lake.
Inspiration
A full day photography course under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
Taste Cumbria comes to Carlisle this Christmas. New for 2024, there will be a Taste Cumbria market…
Get ready for a blooming good time at Wray this autumn! Join us for a free bulb planting event…
Friday 1 November 11:00/14:00) Foolishly John Lambton throws the strange googly eyed fish back…
Saturday 2 November (13:30/15:00) Show duration: 70 minutes (no interval) Come and join the merry…
The Lakeland Historic Car Club meet on the first Saturday of every month at the museum and Cafe…
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9…
Forestry England members join us for a member only introduction to the sights, sounds and stories…
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom Of The Opera is a worldwide entertainment phenomenon. It has been…
After exploring the house and getting into the spirit of a Georgian All Hallows Eve, get creative…
Join us this summer to celebrate the legacy of Carlisle United (while looking optimistically…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
Families are invited to flex their creative muscles this October with our Halloween-inspired…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Voices from the Wall is a new interactive exhibition at Birdoswald Roman Fort exploring shared…
LOVE the landscape. Capture the dawn and Autumn colours through the lens on board a 2/3-hour cruise…
Hayes Garden World in Ambleside gets set for the start of their festive season with a combined…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Swim in Ullswater lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping…
With the still waters of the Lakes as an inspiring backdrop, sewists of any experience are invited…
Learn about folklore and superstition in farming communities like Troutbeck and how the Browne's…
he Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society return to Rosehill with another Amazing family…
? PUMPKIN PICKING ON THE FARM IS BACK in 2024 ? 1 October – 1 NOVEMBER 2024 TICKETS NOW…
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