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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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Kendal
Starts 11am & 2pm | Tickets £11, Under 16s £9, Family of 4 £32, Schools £8, Groups (10+) £9 | Theatre | Recommended Age 8+
A Lichfield Garrick production
MICHAEL MORPURGO'S FARM BOY
Adapted & directed by Daniel Buckroyd.
It sometimes felt as…
The Racecourse, Cartmel
An exciting season of Jumps Racing
Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel
Whitehaven
Cast: To be confirmed
Choreography: Christopher Wheeldon
Music: Joby Talbot | Joni Mitchell | Keaton Henson | George Gershwin
Sensuous contemporary ballet meets the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works. Fool's Paradise, The…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Can you conquer WHINLATTER in 2025?
Challenging Whinlatter Forest is the venue for this Trail Half Marathon. With breath-taking views across the Lake District towards Keswick and Skiddaw this run won't disappoint those who love the Lakes. These are…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £15.50 | Malt Room Cabaret
Driven by awe and wonder of the natural world Iona Lane delivers poetic songs, with subtle musical touches and contemplative melodies that link unheard stories with the world we find ourselves in…
Crooklands
Now in its 17th year Country Fest will again be held at the Westmorland County Showground, Crooklands on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June 2025.
We are looking forward to again celebrating rural life and returning with all the elements of…
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…
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…
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
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
Inspiration
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Have you got what it takes to save Dolly the steamboat from the waters of Windermere? Have a go at…
Introduction to Stained Glass | 28 Sep | 12-4pm | £45 | 16+ yrs | Tutor Sarah Walkley | Studio…
Sensing Melodies is a music variety night that we're thrilled to bring back again after returning…
In it's first year of creation, The Armitt is pleased to be hosting a day all about fungi! Inspired…
Experience a night-time adventure with the whole family on Coniston Water in rafted canoes. Enjoy…
Come along to The Armitt's "Running Int' Fells" exhibition for an exciting run and nutrition talk…
Have a go at carving a spooky pumpkin this half-term at Allan Bank. Unleash your creative skills…
The growth in Halloween celebrations in recent years has been influenced by American horror films…
The Churchfitters is a folk band like no other. These three flamboyant characters present their…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Tallow Tales - Hawkshead Ghostwalks - will be joining us on Monday 28th October for some spooky…
Discover the Ecology Gallery, a space dedicated to exploring the stories of our local landscape,…
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness…
26 October – 3 November 2024 10:30am – 8pm From dawn till dusk, there's something for everyone to…
Drypoint | 26 Oct | 12-4pm | £60 | 16+ | Tutor Caroline Stow | Print Room We will make an…
A collection of environmental focused short films chosen by the Kendal Mountain Festival team. The…
Join JAG Outdoors for a walk around the forest at night and be part of the Cumbria Dark Skies…
Little Explorers story and nature walks are especially for under 5's and their grown-ups. These fun…
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh…
Discover the innovative methods farmers are using to rewild Britain's landscape in a captivating…
Following a recent step towards theatre in his last few shows, Mark Thomas is back to his finest…
Explore almost 400 years of the history of English Education from 1585 to 1909 with our 2024…
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