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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.
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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Whitehaven
Settled in with the Brown family, Paddington the bear is a popular member of the community who spreads joy and marmalade wherever he goes.
One fine day, he spots a pop-up book in an antique shop -- the perfect present for his beloved aunt's 100th…
Barrow-in-Furness
Here Comes The Girls - 3 of the top female tributes in the UK for one night and with a pie and pea supper, all for an amazing night of fun!
Cockermouth
Get in to the festive spirit with Taste Cumbria Christmas in Cockermouth on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 December 2024.
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £16 | Malt Room Standing
Now in their sixteenth year as the UK's leading Northern Soul band, THE NORTHERN SOULTRAIN return to Kendal with their big soul shakedown party – the hottest soul night around…. and this…
Market St, Carlisle
Many important national and local events happened during the winter months, Christmas, and New Year. Join this interesting, guided walking tour around our city centre. See heritage buildings and hear about many historic winter events that shaped the…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £24.50 | Theatre
For almost 20 years the Young'uns have entertained audiences around the world. 3 time BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winners, the much-loved trio from Stockton and Hartlepool have built a reputation for singing folk…
Barrow-in-Furness
Following the jolly success of last year, we're over the moon to invite you all to Another Local Christmas Market at Hawcoat Park!
Just like our inaugural event, we'll have a delightful array of local stall holders and food trucks, featuring a…
East of Lake, Coniston
Series of matinee piano recitals showcasing talented concert pianists in the exquisite venue of Brantwood.
Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin, Coniston
Kendal
A fairy tale-themed concert that has something for everyone! Perfect for young and old alike.
Farrington's Scary Fairy Saves Christmas! is a piece for narrator and orchestra telling a story by Craig Charles. The orchestral score is in the musical…
Church St, Ambleside
Stuck at home and put to work by her spoiled Step-Sisters, Cinderella's life is dreary and dull. Everything changes when she helps a mysterious woman out...With a little bit of magic, she is transported into an ethereal new world – one where fairies…
3 Castle St, Kendal
A performance of The Hound of the Baskervilles in Castle Street Community Centre, Kendal, encompassing mystery, comedy and melodrama. The production is suitable for all the family. Wednesday night is 'Pay what you can Afford'.
Bowness on Windermere
The award-winning Dyad Productions, (A Room of One's Own, I, Elizabeth, Austen's Women, Female Gothic) who have toured their sell-out festive show Christmas Gothic since 2015, now bring their magic to Dickens' classic and perennially relevant ghost…
Inspiration
Members of the international Waterline project continue their collaboration with a new theme of…
Explore almost 400 years of the history of English Education from 1585 to 1909 with our 2024…
Experience a night-time adventure with the whole family on Coniston Water in rafted canoes. Enjoy…
Pumpkin Picking After Dark – back for 2024! Our Pumpkin Picking After Dark event was so popular…
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9…
Share your creative responses to Blackwell's stunning interiors and the Johannes Pretorius…
Back by popular demand. Go Ape Sundown Adventures offer a new level of forest fun in the dark.…
Spooky Night Swim – Wild swimming is great fun in its own right, but add a little bit of Halloween…
Ruth Lyon & Conrad Bird are lead singers and songwriters of acclaimed cult-folk rockers Holy Moly &…
Guided tour of the Roman fort at Maryport, led by a volunteer guide. The tour lasts for 30-45…
Join children’s author Elaina Moon as she reads her new book about a little girl called Amelia…
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh…
The Sizergh estate hosts a collection of ancient trees, those trees which are remarkably old for…
LITTLE STARS A group for toddlers and young children that takes place under the stars in Carlisle…
Sunday 27|Monday 28 October (10:00 11:30 13:00 14:30) Come and join Captain Bongo and the crew…
Do not miss this 'enchantingly staged' family folk opera, following the triumphant, Olivier…
This new display delves into the Townend archive collection, a treasure trove of four hundred years…
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
Those cheeky chappies and lovely ladies of the "renowned ROGER Radio cast" are back and this time…
Are you ready for a spooktacular Halloween? Join us for hot chocolate, gingerbread, and Halloween…
Have a go at carving a spooky pumpkin this half-term at Allan Bank. Unleash your creative…
Introduction to Stained Glass | 28 Sep | 12-4pm | £45 | 16+ yrs | Tutor Sarah Walkley | Studio…
The Churchfitters is a folk band like no other. These three flamboyant characters present their…
A collection of environmental focused short films chosen by the Kendal Mountain Festival team. The…
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