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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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Grasmere
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song.
Artist Heather Mullender-Ross explores how bird call is heard, perceived, notated and committed to memory, using print, sculpture and sound-based installation.
The exhibition…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Grasmere
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a caravan in Langdale in the late 1940s.
Curated by Tracy Hill and Heather Mullender-Ross. There are printing activities available for adults and…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Grasmere
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition 'Wordsworth's Path to Influence' which opens on 1 April 2025, looks at how he helped shape the Lake District we know today. It features 19th century…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Nr. Hutton in the Forest, Penrith
A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed, suitable for all ages. This unique collection of trick circus marionettes was saved for the nation by a Heritage Lottery Grant. It is one of the largest and most complete puppet…
Sedbergh
Become a Weaver Workshop with Jan Beadle
Thursday 10 & Friday 11 April 10am – 4pm
£150 plus £5 on the day for materials
If you know the basics, maybe set up your own loom and woven some patterns or have never done any weaving before and would love…
Greystoke, Penrith
New for 2025 we're really pleased to welcome Mark and this exciting ceramic Hare workshop to the Quirky Programme.
Enjoy a busy and absorbing day being guided through the many processes involved in creating these amazing Hares. You can choose…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Keswick
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired picnic with Alpkit in Keswick.
Grasmere
Join us this Easter holiday to celebrate Romantic painter JMW Turner's 250th birthday! Taking inspiration from his paintings and techniques, we will paint, write, and play. Come and try watercolour painting, get crafty and create your own leaf…
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
Greystoke, Penrith
Spend a lovely day with Lyn, who will combine this most popular medium with the depiction of some of our lovely buildings, whether nestled on a hillside in a wider landscape, in a townscape or amongst its own garden or setting.
The day will start…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Moresby, Whitehaven
Join Handpicked Productions for a fun-filled Easter family workshop.
Our artist, Janice, will show you how to weave your own mini baskets, make beautiful bunting and create crazy Easter hats.
This workshop isn't all bunnies and chicks - think bold…
Bowness on Windermere
"The legend of the Hound Of The Baskervilles has haunted the Baskerville family for generations – none more so than Sir Charles Baskerville, who died in mysterious circumstances worthy of the legend. This leads Doctor Mortimer to consult Sherlock…
Pooley Bridge
This fabulous advanced level navigation course will test your Navigation tools from Bronze & Silver level, plus you ability to navigate when the going gets tough (underfoot!) We will not be heading high into the mountains, but onto open fell and…
Inspiration
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
From Sketchbook to Canvas is a five day painting course led by artist Nick Bush. You will be…
This is a two day painting and drawing weekend workshop. The weekend will guide you through the…
Uplifting choral music for springtime and Easter with soloists. To include John Rutter "Songs for…
Join us at Ravenglass Railway Museum in 2025, as we celebrate 150 years of the Ravenglass and…
Join Handpicked Productions for a fun-filled Easter family workshop. Our artist, Janice, will show…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired…
Come and enjoy an exciting workshop experimenting in this ancient Japanese RAKU technique of…
A Celebration Reading from the Poetry Business International Book & Pamphlet Competition. Hosted…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
At the Roman Army Museum, Emperor Ted needs your help to find all the food he needs for his picnic.…
Join us for a spring adventure and make your way along our fun filled Easter trail with activities…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Series of matinee piano recitals showcasing talented concert pianists in the exquisite venue of…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Embroidery doesn't just have to be on a fabric base – many other materials can be used instead,…
Join us this Easter holiday to celebrate Romantic painter JMW Turner's 250th birthday! Taking…
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Acorn Bank on an Easter trail.Make…
Go on the egg hunt around the garden at Allan Bank in Grasmere. Follow in the footsteps of…
Join artist Penny Hillier–Evans for a workshop inspired by the local landscape. During the…
Royal Northern Sinfonia Director & Violin: Maria Włoszczowska Schubert: Symphony No. 5 Mozart:…
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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