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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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Sedbergh
Sue Lancaster is a well-known as a textile artist working in machine embroidery, but her work starts well in advance of the production in stitch. In 'What's the Point' Sue will be exploring landscapes in a variety of media – it will be view point…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
122A Highgate, Kendal
Tickets £23.50 | Doors 8pm | Malt Room Standing
FLEETWOOD BAC were the world's first and are regarded as the UK's most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute show, raved about by Peter Green's biographer, and were the first Fleetwood Mac tribute band to…
Milnthorpe
The Wheels Up North Weekender is our flagship show of the year, set in the beautiful Lake District, where we aim to bring the best of our season together and celebrate all things automotive.
So if you fancy a weekend away, full of cars, bikes,…
Coniston
The Lakeland 100 'Ultra Tour of the Lake District' is the most spectacular long distance trail race which has ever taken place within the UK. The circular route encompasses the whole of the lakeland fells, includes in the region of 6300m of ascent…
Ambleside
The Lake District Swim Yoga Retreat.
We love swimming, but we also love yoga and between the two they can keep our lives on an even keel. This trip seeks to offer some lovely wild swimming, in true Swim the Lakes style combined with an excellent…
Brockhole, Windermere
Dedicate a Forget Me Not this summer and support your local hospice.
Available in two colours Blue £35 & Copper £100
Each hand crafted metalwork flower purchased will be publicly displayed at Brockhole on Windermere, Lancaster Castle and our own…
kendal
This workshop offers an easy and experimental introduction for anyone interested in making moving-images responding to the natural world. The workshop provides an overview to non-fiction filmmaking (AKA creative documentaries), enthusing…
kendal
Drypoint is an intaglio printmaking technique, which involves manually scratching an image into a plate using a sharp pointed tool, creating its distinctive lines with a slightly raised velvety, known as the burr, which get inked and the plate can…
Ambleside
it's the longest swim in England and a unique chance to swim the full 11 mile length with all of your swimming friends whilst knowing you are safe in the hands of the highly experienced management team at Chillswim.
kendal
In this hands-on workshop, you will practice the beautiful art of Japanese Paper cutting. 'Kirie' first appeared in Japan in the 7th Century as an import from the Chinese mainland and literally translates as "to cut picture". It is the art of making…
Stock Ln, Grasmere
Maverick Race heads north for our 4th year, to bring you a trail running adventure in the stunning Lake District. With its rugged fells, stunning glacial ribbon lakes, market towns and historic literary associations, the Lake District is one of the…
Crooklands
Located on the fringes of the Lake District, Westmorland County Show is a fantastic day out – voted as one of the UK’s favourite Shows and enjoyed by over 37,000 visitors every year. A major livestock Show with classes for cattle, sheep, pigs,…
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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