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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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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…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £26 | Age Guidance 14+ | Malt Room Standing
There are few songwriters to ever surpass the gifts he's brought, either on his own, with The Pale Fountains, Shack or The Strands, but Michael Head and his Red Elastic Band start to…
Kendal
Since their inception in 1984, The Men They Couldn't Hang have been a driving force in the folk-punk scene, captivating audiences with their electrifying performances and socially conscious songwriting. Emerging from the Shepherd's Bush squatting…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Price £25.50 | Malt Room Standing
The ABBA REUNION tribute Show is the creation of an Award Winning West End Director, Producer and Choreographer
Starring the original 'Frida' from the London West End cast!
ABBA REUNION gives Abba…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Join us for a very special Father Christmas Tea Party in our amazing winter wonderland. We’ll be showing the Christmassy classic animation of The Snowman, serving a delicious festive afternoon tea with crackers for everyone, and every child will…
Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Father Christmas returns to Holker Hall this December!
Meet Father Christmas and the Elves at Holker Hall and discover the magic of Christmas. Receive a gift from Father Christmas by the roaring fire in the magical setting of Holker's grand library…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Inspiration
The date for Cumberland Council's Fireshow in 2024 has been announced. It will be held on Saturday…
Brantwood Dark Skies and Pie Stargazing Night – Guided walk with professional Mountain Leader,…
LOVE the landscape. Capture the dawn and Autumn colours through the lens on board a 2/3-hour cruise…
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
With the still waters of the Lakes as an inspiring backdrop, sewists of any experience are invited…
Friday 1 November 11:00/14:00) Foolishly John Lambton throws the strange googly eyed fish back…
LET'S GET THIS SPOOKY SPA PARTY STARTED - Friday 1st November 2024 We're dying to haunt and chill…
Threadmill are a group of fifteen textile and mixed media artists committed to the promotion of…
Holker Hall’s seasonal Winter Market once again returns on 1 – 3 November as an early offering for…
Hayes Garden World in Ambleside gets set for the start of their festive season with a combined…
The Lakeland Historic Car Club meet on the first Saturday of every month at the museum and Cafe…
Share your creative responses to Blackwell's stunning interiors and the Johannes Pretorius…
Doors 7.30pm | Price £18.50 | Malt Room Standing The Watch are back from autumn 2024 with a brand…
Families are invited to flex their creative muscles this October with our Halloween-inspired…
A full day photography course under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
Join us for an evening with Annabelle Lecter- plenty of laughs, lip syncs and a tale or two,…
Experience Magic in the Sky at the Swan Hotel's Spa Garden! Join us for an unforgettable…
This very special full day photography workshop is guided by Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer…
Join fantastic astronomers from the Cockermouth Astronomical Society. We'll have telescopes…
Abbot Hall presents Legacy, a solo exhibition by contemporary artist Charmaine Watkiss. Discover a…
Join us for an inspiring guided drawing tour where art comes to life through your sketches. Whether…
After exploring the house and getting into the spirit of a Georgian All Hallows Eve, get creative…
Voices from the Wall is a new interactive exhibition at Birdoswald Roman Fort exploring shared…
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