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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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Newby Bridge
We're looking forward to welcoming Jon Dawes to The Swan on Sunday 20th April!
Singer-Songwriter hailing from the South of the Lake District. Forming conventional acoustic guitar playing with the ideology and rhythm of a drummer, this unique take…
Kentmere
Spring Landscape Week is a four day landscape course. You will start the week drawing from the landscape, exploring media and approaches to landscape. You will then use your drawings to develop a composition for a landscape painting. All welcome.
The Abbey, Carlisle
Please join us for a special tour of Carlisle Cathedral.
Climb up to our clerestory to experience the Cathedral in a unique way. Get up close to our medieval stained glass in the East Window and see the starry ceiling and the Cathedral from a new…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we welcome the Aquarelle Trio, introducing Clare Crinson (Flute), Deborah Thorne (Cello) and Alison Gill (Piano).
While entry to our concerts is complimentary, we encourage contributions during the…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £23 | Theatre
'Hejira' is a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late '70s. Having released the albums 'The Hissing of Summer Lawns', 'Hejira', 'Don Juan's…
Greystoke, Penrith
Shelagh is widely known and highly respected throughout Cumbria's gardening fraternity. She has been both the familiar face - and 'lead' - of Horticulture at Newton Rigg College for well over 30 years, and we are thrilled to welcome her to our 2025…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Newby Bridge
Freyja is a talented musician known for her captivating Indie folk sound, accompanied by guitar melodies and sincere vocals. With a career spanning over a decade, she has honed her craft and become a seasoned performer. Freyja has performed on the…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Join us on the last Friday of each month at the Cathedral Cafe and Bar for our monthly quiz night!
Starts at 7.30pm
With fiendish trivia questions on all sorts of subjects, picture round, music round and more this is the toughest quiz in town - to…
Ambleside
The medical form for this event will be emailed out before the event to the email address you provide on the booking form. This medical form NEEDS to be filled out prior to the event
NORDIC WALKING: The art of efficient movement and power whilst…
The Armitt Museum, Ambleside
Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere
The Knotted Project's Forge Festival is returning for the fourth year, promising a day filled with live dance, theatre performances and so much more at Windermere Jetty Museum.
This year's Forge Festival will showcase emerging talent from across…
Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere
Cockermouth
Book your place on a fused glass taster session at the RD Glass studio. Learn a new skill and have fun being creative with hands on instruction and the freedom to choose what you make.
During the session you will use pre-cut pieces of glass in a…
Whitehaven
Rosehill welcomes Geoff Norcott to Rosehill for the first time as he puts the finishing touches to his latest stand up show. This ones not to be missed!
Geoff has also had several successful national stand-up tours, with TAKING LIBERTIES touring in…
Inspiration
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Spend a lovely day with Lyn, who will combine this most popular medium with the depiction of some…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
Royal Northern Sinfonia Director & Violin: Maria Włoszczowska Schubert: Symphony No. 5 Mozart:…
A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed, suitable for all ages. This…
New for 2025 we're really pleased to welcome Mark and this exciting ceramic Hare workshop to the…
The award-winning Indefinite Articles present their work for the very young: Claytime, a play with…
Starts 11.30am & 2pm | Tickets £13 | Theatre | Age Guidance 3-7 years What if wishes were granted?…
A 6 day all inclusive retreat to train you to become a massage therapist. Includes accredited…
Come along to Wordsworth House for a fun-filled session with the kids, brought to you by Wordsworth…
After Dark’s Criminal Cabaret Murder Mysteries are an evening of comedy, music, high energy and…
Become a Weaver Workshop with Jan Beadle Thursday 10 & Friday 11 April 10am – 4pm £150 plus £5 on…
Come along to Wordsworth House for a fun-filled session with the kids, brought to you by Wordsworth…
A Celebration Reading from the Poetry Business International Book & Pamphlet Competition. Hosted…
Embroidery doesn't just have to be on a fabric base – many other materials can be used instead,…
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first…
Join artist Penny Hillier–Evans for a workshop inspired by the local landscape. During the…
From Sketchbook to Canvas is a five day painting course led by artist Nick Bush. You will be…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Full day workshops are…
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Acorn Bank on an Easter trail.Make…
Historic demonstration chef John Crouch is back with us at the Roman Army Museum showcasing ancient…
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