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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.
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Greystoke, Penrith
A lovely day with Cumbria's Willow master Phil Bradley creating a small Willow Angel
We are so happy that Phil runs several courses here at Greystoke, he has been teaching here since 2005 - his days are always popular, inspirational and relaxing.…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Nr Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands
oin us for three days of the much anticipated and fabulous Yew Tree Barn Christmas Festival Market! Visit our handpicked range of artisan makers & creatives, live music all throughout the day, with food & drink from Harry's Cafe, Heft, Yonder pizzas…
Newby Bridge
Let's party – Christmas Parties at The Swan
Grab your work pals, friends or family and join us for fabulously festive fun. Enjoy a glass of fizz followed by a three-course dinner, then dance the night away with our resident DJ.
Dinner & Disco ONLY…
Keswick
Join JAG Outdoors for a walk around the forest at night.
The walk will cover up 5 - 7 miles in the forest and out on to the fell tops just outside the forest bounds, depending on the weather and conditions.
This is a more challenging…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Penrith
From Friday 6 December to Sunday 23 February
2024 is the centenary of Mallory and Irvine's disappearance near the Summit of Everest, so what better time to choose Everest as the Exhibition theme for our Gallery, and bring lesser known stories and…
Kendal
With around 40 exhibitors, showcasing over 200 whiskies from around the globe, bookable Masterclasses showcasing the latest releases and an on venue whisky shop allowing you to purchase your favourite drams of the festival.
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £15.50 | Theatre
Mik Artistik's Ego Trip are genuinely delightful, funny, frightening, and indefinable. Northern rock and roll stand-up comes close.
Mik fixes the audience with his compelling stare, hypnotising and…
Moresby, Whitehaven
The show where every child gets a present from Santa!
What magic is hidden inside Santa's Christmas Crackers?
Will you help Dotty the Elf to pull them and cast their special spell?
And can they help Pompom the Penguin learn all about the wonder of…
Newby Bridge
Get ready to jingle all the way at our Santa's Spa-rty!
Celebrate the season in style at our Christmas Spa Party Nights! For just £65 per person, immerse yourself in festive cheer from start to finish. Upon arrival, enjoy a festive drink that sets…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Come and join us for a festive afternoon in our Hilltop room with the wonderful Graham Tyson doing a reading of A Christmas Carol.
The recitation is from the authentic version of 'A Christmas Carol' as used by Charles Dickens himself on his reading…
Ambleside
Kendal Mountain Tour, Lanty Slee's and The National Trust and have joined forces to create an adventure-filled festive evening of fun. You will be guided through the film collection by one of our team members and Lanty Slee's will be clad in its…
Church St, Ambleside
A ray of glimmer and shine, André Rieu's 2024 Christmas Concert will be returning to cinemas!
This holiday season bring some sparkle to your screens, and join André and his Johann Strauss Orchestra in their Christmas extravaganza. Join us now so you…
Inspiration
Join us for a rip-roaring ride through Cumbria past and present with writer Gordon Emery. From…
Join Claire for this friendly and relaxed Calligraphy workshop and learn how to write using this…
This Christmas, take your family on a magical journey through the heart of the Lake District…
Immerse yourself in an exquisite night in the breathtaking Lake District, hosted by Chris Mullineux…
The Manchester Bee Monument will be visiting Barrow from the 4th - 22nd November 2024. The Bee…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
Full of Noises is showing two films made by autistic filmmakers. See The Stimming Pool and A…
A half day massage training experience for you to learn a soothing, effective, deep tissue back…
Discover the innovative methods farmers are using to rewild Britain's landscape in a captivating…
10 Mile Road Running Race, starting in Brampton at William Howard School, taking a road route…
Discover the Ecology Gallery, a space dedicated to exploring the stories of our local landscape,…
The Swan's Santa's Grotto, a festive wonderland awaits your little ones! Every weekend from…
A high-flying adventure for all the family… Raised in the Indian jungle, Mowgli the man cub spends…
SWAN CHRISTMAS MARKETS 2024 – SAVE THE DATE! Our Christmas markets are back once again this year,…
The perfect workshop to ring in the Christmas Spirit! Learn the art of Contemporary gilding by…
On Saturday 16th November, The Ambleside Christmas Lights event is an evening of joy and festivity…
Timed to coincide with the centenary of the 1924 Mount Everest expedition, the exhibition shares…
Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness…
After two sell-out shows in a row, Meetwood Flac return to share their love of the legendary…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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…
Doors 8pm | Tickets £19 | Malt Room Standing One of the most talked-about folk bands of the 21st…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
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