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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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Braithwaite, Keswick
The full Beaver Moon is symbolised by busy beavers, preparing for the winter months ahead. It is our last push to get everything in order, before we head within for the winter months. Connecting with our intuition it is an opportunity for deep self…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Another Place The Lake, Ullswater, Watermillock
Swim in Ullswater lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping you company under the stars. Open water swimming specialist, Colin Hill, will be your guide in the water with you. Afterwards, head back to Another…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £21 | Theatre Extended
One of the world's most prolific fiddle groups, Blazin' Fiddles formed for a one-off tour of the Scottish Highlands in 1999 and are still raising roofs far and wide well over two decades later…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £22.50 | Plus Support from The Marcellas | Malt Room Seated
A Mythical Musical Odyssey with CALAN
Immerse yourself in an enchanting world as the mesmerising quartet CALAN grace our stage with their unique brand of power-folk.…
Hawkshead
Join us for an introduction to the sights, sounds and stories of Grizedale at night.
Our knowledgeable and friendly rangers will guide you on a short, level, walk followed by an informal night sky session.
Discover the stars above you, try your…
Coniston
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness of the night sky in the heart of the Lake District.
It is an evening full of adventure, star gazing, stories and mythology and of course lots of fun!…
Coniston Water, Coniston
Braithwaite, Keswick
Join us for a introduction to the sights, sounds and stories of Whinlatter at night.
Our knowledgeable and friendly rangers will guide you on a forest walk followed by an informal session looking at the night sky. Discover the stars above you,…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Market St, Egremont
Producers market showcasing local and Fairtrade foods and crafts from west Cumbria.
Music from local musicians, homemade refreshments served by local charities and groups. Transport available by muncaster microbus from villages north of Bootle.…
3 The Heads, Keswick
A half day massage training experience for you to learn a soothing, effective, deep tissue back massage. Enjoy practising and receiving massage to equip you with a powerful home treatment routine. Suitable for individuals or friends. This takes…
Keswick
Join in the celebrations in Keswick on Friday 15th November for their annual Christmas Light Switch on complete with lights and live music.
The Abbey, Carlisle
LITTLE STARS
A group for toddlers and young children that takes place under the stars in Carlisle Cathedral on Fridays at 10am. Enjoy themed stories, singing, prayers and crafts in the beautiful setting of Carlisle Cathedral.
Special…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Ambleside
Fellrunner Eileen Jones discovered a new challenge in parkrun after finishing last in the Loughrigg fell race. She's since taken part in more than 400 events at over 160 different locations, and written two books about parkrun.
But she retained a…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
Inspiration
Full of Noises is showing two films made by autistic filmmakers. See The Stimming Pool and A…
Learn to paint a Looser Ink and Watercolour ~ a four-week Series with local artist, Lyn Evans…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
Join us for a rip-roaring ride through Cumbria past and present with writer Gordon Emery. From…
Producers market showcasing local and Fairtrade foods and crafts from west Cumbria. Music from…
Members of the international Waterline project continue their collaboration with a new theme of…
Swim in Ullswater lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping…
Discover the innovative methods farmers are using to rewild Britain's landscape in a captivating…
Doors 8pm | Tickets £22.50 | Plus Support from The Marcellas | Malt Room Seated A Mythical Musical…
Discover the Ecology Gallery, a space dedicated to exploring the stories of our local landscape,…
The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum…
The perfect workshop to ring in the Christmas Spirit! Learn the art of Contemporary gilding by…
Waterbaby invites us on a personal and global journey exploring our fragile and intrinsic…
The full Beaver Moon is symbolised by busy beavers, preparing for the winter months ahead. It is…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Join Claire for this friendly and relaxed Calligraphy workshop and learn how to write using this…
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape As a printmaker using…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Kendal South Choir, conducted by Geoffrey Field, present Vivaldi's Gloria, Rutter's Requiem and…
Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour - research psychologist and…
The Manchester Bee Monument will be visiting Barrow from the 4th - 22nd November 2024. The Bee…
Fellrunner Eileen Jones discovered a new challenge in parkrun after finishing last in the Loughrigg…
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh…
Abbot Hall presents Legacy, a solo exhibition by contemporary artist Charmaine Watkiss. Discover a…
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