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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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Keswick
Lakesman Triathlons encompasses a middle distance triathlon, an aquabike and a duathlon. Swim event on Friday night and kids race on Saturday.
Keswick
Great Lake District Swim Challenge West.
The Lake District is England's largest national park and a world-class swimming destination, the Great Lake District Swim Challenge West is to swim all the swim-able Lakes in the Lake District. This trip…
Coniston
Chillswim Coniston is a unique swim with a highly experienced management, medical & water safety team, that is fully supported on the full 5.25 mile length of Coniston Water in the Lake District. There are 7 separate start times based on your mile…
Brampton
Mud Run 3000 people all ages and abilities
kendal
German brick stitch is a counted work technique used for copes, cushions and purses. It can be combined with other medieval stitches or used on it's own to great effect. This class teaches how to stitch it without having to concentrate too much on…
Castle Way, Carlisle
We are delighted to announce that the UK Proms Weekend will coming to the stunning Carlisle Castle in 2025 as part of a UK wide tour of eight iconic historic locations including Whitby Abbey,Pendennis Castle and Kenilworth Castle.
Featuring the…
Carlisle Castle, Carlisle
Penrith
As an old tradition in the Ullswater Valley, join locals and regulars to the valley to 'Beat The Bounds' of the Patterdale Parish Boundary, following the Parish Bounds as much as possible.
The Full Parish Boundary Event is 28 miles long with…
Castle Way, Carlisle
We are delighted to announce that the UK Proms Weekend will be coming to the stunning Carlisle Castle in 2025 as part of a UK wide tour of eight iconic historic locations including Whitby Abbey, Pendennis Castle and Kenilworth Castle.
Bringing the…
Carlisle Castle, Carlisle
Ambleside
Swim Challenge East: A fantastic challenge trip to swim across the lakes in the Eastern Lake District – That's 7 lakes in 2 days, are you ready to accept the challenge? This is a fully catered trip for energetic & enthusiastic swimmers who will be…
Penrith
Swimmers will complete the full length of lake swim in separate starts based on your average mile pace to give you the best experience possible. As with all of our events this will be a wetsuit optional swim.
Sedbergh
The Graduation Show of the ArtyBird Carnforth Fellowship group who are intertwined through strong, supportive bonds of friendship and shared creativity. The exhibition reflects individuality within the cohesive group.
Farfield Mill is open Wednesday…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Sedbergh
Each summer at ArtyBird, we film our Creative Textile suite of courses. Soon my shell became the focus and star of them – surprising us on how inspiring just one shell can be.
This is a special shell, one that my husband brought me back from his…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Inspiration
Experience the magic of the season with Festive Afternoon Teas at Muncaster Castle, hosted in the…
We will hold you spellbound as we tell you a tale based on one of the 101 Arabian Night Stories,…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
Come and experience Carlisle Cathedral's first ever Christmas Tree Festival, with 30 trees on…
Enjoy Christmas Day lunch at The Salutation, between 12 noon and 3pm. Booking essential.
This year we will celebrating Christmas at Levens Hall by opening the House and part of the Topiary…
Join Clara at a delightful Christmas Eve party that becomes a magical adventure once everyone else…
Wander through a nature-themed lights trail around the Knoll, inspired by Sizergh's estate, and get…
This Christmas, take your family on a magical journey through the heart of the Lake District…
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape As a printmaker using…
Christmas Day evening made easy at The Salutation. Booking essential.
26th December 12pm-2.30pm £35 for 3-courses Indulge in the ultimate post-Christmas tradition with…
From Friday 6 December to Sunday 23 February 2024 is the centenary of Mallory and Irvine's…
The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum…
The title of this exhibition is a riff on 'Roaring 20's' but chosen because, for Stephen Warnes…
We are delighted to announce in light of the main auditorium being closed that we will be turning…
Discover the Ecology Gallery, a space dedicated to exploring the stories of our local landscape,…
Enjoy the delightful flavours of Christmas with our festive-inspired Afternoon Tea. Indulge in…
Step back in time with Regency Christmas at Dove Cottage. The mantlepieces are garlanded with holly…
Packed with magic, puppetry & escapology ✨ Legendary magician the Great Baldini tells the story of…
Join us at The Beacon Museum for a festive weekend, full of holiday cheer, perfect for the whole…
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
Join lots of proud classic vehicle owners as they bring their private vehicles to display at the…
Father Christmas is coming to Greystoke Castle! Each family will get dedicated time with Santa,…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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