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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.
We’re having a party. Come and join us.
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Whitehaven
André Rieu has turned 75 and invites you to join him in celebrating his birthday as he sails through his hometown of Maastricht on a beautiful boat with his beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra by his side. Featuing a selection of André's favorite…
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
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…
Workington
Workington Town's first Pride
Greystoke, Penrith
A lovely opportunity to capture the beauty of some of our favourite seasonal flowers of Springtime - using the increasingly popular medium of once humble coloured pencil.
Although considered by many as simply grey and prosaic, the coloured pencil…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £35 | Theatre
Together for fifty five years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. New album the Green Man Collection brings together…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Friday 2 May
The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping folk-rock band that in 2009, took the world by storm. Four musicians come together in tweed waistcoats, skinny jeans and bushy beards to celebrate the best of…
Kendal
Starts 11am & 2pm | Tickets £11, Under 16s £9, Family of 4 £32, Schools £8, Groups (10+) £9 | Theatre | Recommended Age 8+
A Lichfield Garrick production
MICHAEL MORPURGO'S FARM BOY
Adapted & directed by Daniel Buckroyd.
It sometimes felt as…
Kendal
Our farm photography tours will give you unique access to photography subjects normally out of reach.
Whether you are a professional wanting to add to your stock library, or a beginner with a love of the countryside, we will present a variety of…
Ulverston
Join us to buy pottery and ceramics from talented makers. Have-a-go yourself, watch demonstrations and discover unique, handmade pieces that you won't find anywhere else.
Whitehaven
The Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society return to Rosehill with Terry Pratchett's WYRD SISTERS.
Terry Pratchett takes Shakespeare's Macbeth and then turns it up 'till the knob comes off. It's all there – a wicked duke and duchess, the…
Inspiration
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta will be performing at Carlisle Cathedral. Enjoy an exceptional musical…
The Man Who Wanted to be a Penguin | 14, 21 & 22 Dec, Starts 1pm & 5pm, Tickets £14 | 23 & 24 Dec,…
This Christmas, take your family on a magical journey through the heart of the Lake District…
We will hold you spellbound as we tell you a tale based on one of the 101 Arabian Night Stories,…
Step into a world of festive creativity and holiday cheer this December as Blackwell hosts its…
Ever wondered how Santa navigates the skies on Christmas Eve? Join Jo from JAG Outdoors for a…
This show runs from Friday 20 – Tuesday 24 December. Friday 20 Dec: 1pm & 4pm | Saturday 21 Dec:…
Wander through a nature-themed lights trail around the Knoll, inspired by Sizergh's estate, and get…
Join lots of proud classic vehicle owners as they bring their private vehicles to display at the…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
Packed with magic, puppetry & escapology ✨ Legendary magician the Great Baldini tells the story of…
Experience the magic of the season with Festive Afternoon Teas at Muncaster Castle, hosted in the…
Enjoy Christmas Day lunch at The Salutation, between 12 noon and 3pm. Booking essential.
Abbot Hall presents Legacy, a solo exhibition by contemporary artist Charmaine Watkiss. Discover a…
Last year's ticket prices available until End of April 2024 Panto makes a splash with a fabulous…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Our popular 'Father Christmas on the Farm' event is back in 2024! BOOK TICKETS NOW Team Walby is…
Step back in time with Regency Christmas at Dove Cottage. The mantlepieces are garlanded with holly…
The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum…
Come and experience Carlisle Cathedral's first ever Christmas Tree Festival, with 30 trees on…
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at…
A high-flying adventure for all the family… Raised in the Indian jungle, Mowgli the man cub spends…
The Swan's Santa's Grotto, a festive wonderland awaits your little ones! Every weekend from…
Christmas Day Lunch at the Salutation Inn from 12-3pm. £60 per person for 3 courses Christmas Day…
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