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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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The Abbey, Carlisle
Carlisle Cathedral's Outreach Programme works with 100s of schoolchildren from across the Diocese and three times a year pupils come together for a grand concert inside the Cathedral - at Christmas the programme includes popular songs and carols for…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Penrith
Join Margaret Jarvis for the day and learn the various intricacies of painting in Pen and Wash
This medium can 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
The Abbey, Carlisle
Following their successful Praetorius tour in 2022, Gabrieli Roar presents A Grand Georgian Christmas. Led by Gabrieli Artistic Director Paul McCreesh, over 4,000 late-primary and secondary students will join Gabrieli's world-class musicians across…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Greystoke, Penrith
A lovely, festive printmaking day with Sue, suitable for beginners or improvers, learning the basics of cutting and hand printing of your own unique lino design to create an edition of stunning Christmas cards on a selection of different coloured…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Sedbergh
Family Christmas Fun on Sedbergh Main Street.
Shops open late
Street entertainment
Street food
Craft market
Santa's Grotto
Live Nativity in the Church Yard
Grasmere
Explore the treasures of the Wordsworth Trust's collection with Jeff Cowton, Principal Curator, and Michael McGregor, Robert Woof Director.
The Wordsworth Trust cares for a Designated collection of over 68,000 manuscripts, books, personal…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
Beetham, Milnthorpe
From 5th – 8th December, Beetham Nurseries transforms into a wonderfully festive Christmas market with festive chalets selling all types of gifts, live music, Christmas tree sales, family activities, festive workshops and a host of festive food…
East of Lake, Coniston
Brighten up your home with a touch of Brantwood's flora and fauna!
Join Brantwood's very own talented florista, Janet, for a special festive workshop! Enjoy morning refreshments and a delightful seasonal lunch as you craft your own beautiful wreath…
B5289, Keswick
Thursday 5th December
Entertainment from DJ Ryan
Non-stop dancefloor fillers
3-course meal
Tea, coffee & mince pies
Disco & dancing
£42 per person
Experience the ultimate party night at Borrowdale Hotel, where the sensational sounds of DJ Ryan…
Bowness on Windermere
Thursday 5 | Friday 6 | Saturday 7 December
(Doors open at 6.30 pm for a 7.00 pm start)
Direct from London's West End via the legendary Sydney Opera House, Interactive Theatre International are proud to bring Faulty Towers The Dining Experience,…
Barrow-in-Furness
We are delighted to announce in light of the main auditorium being closed that we will be turning the Grasmere and Rydal suite at The Forum theatre Barrow into a 200 seater intimate theatre named, 'The Platform 28 Theatre' this Christmas with a…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £17 | Malt Room
Stick in the Wheel, the radical East London duo are known for their intense live shows exploring the raw holler of folk, synths, spoken word and intricate rustic dobro guitar.
Full-force reworkings of…
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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