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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
The Wendy Crossbody bag is a cute, zipped bag in 2 sizes, utilising webbing for the detachable strap. It has a zipped pocket on the outside and optional pockets inside. The same pattern can be used to make a bag orientated either vertically or…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Wigton
A magical event for all to attend with live entertainment, market stalls and other fun activites.
Workington
The west coast of Cumbria will be celebrating the start of the festive season with a Christmas Festival and light switch on from 11am – 5pm on Saturday 30th November in Workington. There will be live entertainment throughout the day, plus a host of…
Grasmere
Enjoy a traditional afternoon at Allan Bank singing carols around the Christmas tree with local choir Grasmere Glee. Anyone can join in - the more the merrier!
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue. Free entry for…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
W Strand, Whitehaven
Come and design your own Christmas decorations made out of wooden shapes and beautiful fabrics that will adorn your tree for years.
You will learn how to create your own personal and unique wooden Christmas decorations, gift tags and keep sakes…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Newby Bridge
Hosted by the talented local florists, Bluebell & Ivy, this hands-on workshop is your ticket to creating stunning holiday wreaths that will adorn your home with seasonal magic.
Join us on 1st December at either 11am for our morning session, or 3pm…
Greystoke, Penrith
Join Margaret Jarvis for the day and learn the various intricacies of painting in 'Pen and Wash'
This medium is also be known as 'Watercolour & Ink'. This day will touch on colour mixing and using watercolours and it combines the subtle variable…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Kendal
Christmas Celebration
Braithwaite, Keswick
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd Wood & Grizedale Forest. The perfect location for you to enjoy stunning scenery and a fully marked course on forest roads and trails.
This…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Grasmere
Don your Christmas jumpers and hats for professional dog photographer, Shaun Barr, to capture a free image of you and your dog to share with friends and family.
Book your free 15 minute slot online. Standard house admission applies, free for…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Bowness on Windermere
Get ready to swing into the holidays with the UK's No. 1 jive and swing band, the Jive Aces!
The band has been touring the world all year, spreading swinging sunshine wherever they go. Now, the Jive Aces bring to Bowness a night of unforgettable…
Patterdale Rd, Windermere
An evening of firelight folktales from storyteller Jessie McMeekin celebrating Cumbria's heritage of rich biodiversity - the last wolf, the last wild boar, the last golden eagle – woven with their magical musical counterparts, performed live by…
Inspiration
Discover the innovative methods farmers are using to rewild Britain's landscape in a captivating…
After two sell-out shows in a row, Meetwood Flac return to share their love of the legendary…
Swim in Ullswater lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping…
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape As a printmaker using…
The highly-anticipated celebration of adventure, culture, nature and exploration, is taking place…
On Saturday 16th November, The Ambleside Christmas Lights event is an evening of joy and festivity…
This Christmas, take your family on a magical journey through the heart of the Lake District…
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9…
Timed to coincide with the centenary of the 1924 Mount Everest expedition, the exhibition shares…
Discover the Ecology Gallery, a space dedicated to exploring the stories of our local landscape,…
Join in the celebrations in Keswick on Friday 15th November for their annual Christmas Light Switch…
Full of Noises is showing two films made by autistic filmmakers. See The Stimming Pool and A…
Producers market showcasing local and Fairtrade foods and crafts from west Cumbria. Music from…
Join Claire for this friendly and relaxed Calligraphy workshop and learn how to write using this…
Brantwood Dark Skies and Pie Moonlight Walk – Guided walk with professional Mountain Leader, Martin…
The perfect workshop to ring in the Christmas Spirit! Learn the art of Contemporary gilding by…
Enjoy the delightful flavours of Christmas with our festive-inspired Afternoon Tea. Indulge in…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
The Winter Whitehaven Flower Club Gala returns with even more beautiful arrangements and top advice…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Threadmill are a group of fifteen textile and mixed media artists committed to the promotion of…
A high-flying adventure for all the family… Raised in the Indian jungle, Mowgli the man cub spends…
Stargazing with the expert. Join astronomer Stuart Atkinson at 6pm at Cockshott Point on the shore…
Join us for a introduction to the sights, sounds and stories of Whinlatter at night. Our…
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