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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.
We’re having a party. Come and join us.
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Penrith
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November
Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9 years to share his brand-new Herdwick portraits. With breathtaking landscapes and compelling stories, this beautiful exhibition will transport you to the…
Sedbergh
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape
As a printmaker using linocut and wood engraving, I create relief prints here at the Mill in my studio on level 2. From my sketches of the landscape of Cumbria I am inspired…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Sedbergh
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores furniture, photographs, draws, and paints, even on walls. She is a very versatile artist.
Her academic training was in Russia, since she is of…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Kirkland, Kendal
Discover the Ecology Gallery, a space dedicated to exploring the stories of our local landscape, ecology, and the impact of human activity on the environment.
More than an exhibition, the Ecology Gallery is a dynamic space featuring…
Abbot Hall, Kendal
Kirkland, Kendal
Discover the innovative methods farmers are using to rewild Britain's landscape in a captivating photography exhibition by photographer Johannes Pretorius.
Learn about Kendal-based regenerative farmers and step into the world of Strickley, a…
Abbot Hall, Kendal
Crosby-on-Eden
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1 October – 1 NOVEMBER 2024
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Get ready for the ultimate autumn adventure – join us for a spook-tacular day at the Pumpkin Patch.
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Walby Farm Park, Carlisle
Sedbergh
Threadmill are a group of fifteen textile and mixed media artists committed to the promotion of textiles as both a decorative and expressive art form. Together they seek to increase awareness and education at all levels through their exhibitions…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Sedbergh
Members of the international Waterline project continue their collaboration with a new theme of Murmuration. A new series of handwoven tapestries capturing the marvel of a flock of birds flying closely together, a shape-shifting form creating…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
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
Grizedale, Hawkshead
Back by popular demand. Go Ape Sundown Adventures offer a new level of forest fun in the dark. Become a creature of the night as you climb through the canopy on a high ropes course lit with colourful lights. Test your skills on tree top crossings…
Greystoke, Penrith
Learn to paint a Looser Ink and Watercolour ~ a four-week Series with local artist, Lyn Evans
Join Lyn in the Swallow Barn for four Thursday mornings this Autumn to help you become looser in your watercolour and ink practice, through structured…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Brampton
This is a family friendly-event and free to Roman Army Museum ticket holders.
Animal bones can tell us a lot about the communities stationed along Hadrian's Wall, from what they were eating to how the soldiers would spend their leisure time!…
Roman Army Museum, Brampton
Inspiration
Producers market showcasing local and Fairtrade foods and crafts from west Cumbria. Music from…
26 October – 3 November 2024 10:30am – 8pm From dawn till dusk, there's something for everyone to…
Five-course diner with wines to accompany per person
Join us for an evening with Annabelle Lecter- plenty of laughs, lip syncs and a tale or two,…
Bring your imagination to life this half term and build a fairy home using twigs, leaves, pinecones…
Join us at Carlisle Cathedral on the first Saturday every month for Carlisle Farmers' Market. In…
Malcolm celebrates 50 years as a popular local entertainer. To celebrate this milestone, he will…
A full day photography course under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
Join us for an inspiring guided drawing tour where art comes to life through your sketches. Whether…
LITTLE STARS A group for toddlers and young children that takes place under the stars in Carlisle…
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness…
Three newly adapted episodes for 2024 The nation's favourite sitcom returns! The boys are…
Get ready for a blooming good time at Wray this autumn! Join us for a free bulb planting event…
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Roman Army Museum as we celebrate Bonfire Light – a…
Discover two remarkable Arts & Crafts houses in the Lake District in one afternoon. Blackwell – the…
LOVE the landscape. Capture the dawn and Autumn colours through the lens on board a 2/3-hour cruise…
Timed to coincide with the centenary of the 1924 Mount Everest expedition, the exhibition shares…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
One of the historic boathouses will be transformed into a festive pop-up photo studio. Come dressed…
This very special full day photography workshop is guided by Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer…
The Manchester Bee Monument will be visiting Barrow from the 4th - 22nd November 2024. The Bee…
Brantwood Dark Skies and Pie Stargazing Night – Guided walk with professional Mountain Leader,…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
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We’re having a party - come and join us.
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