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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.
We’re having a party. Come and join us.
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122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £21 | Theatre
LYR is author and current British poet laureate Simon Armitage, singer-songwriter Richard Walters and multi-instrumentalist & producer Patrick Pearson.
LYR's story stretches back to 2009 when Walters, an…
Kendal
Doors: 7:30pm | Tickets: £21 | Theatre
Hayden Thorpe is best known as the former frontman and chief songwriter for the much-loved band Wild Beasts. He returns to the stage with his beautifully singular third album Ness, made in collaboration with…
Barrow-in-Furness
Programme to feature works by De Falla, Handel and Vaughan Williams.
Claire Henry presenter
Members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra perform a concert of popular classics. This programme has been designed to be an informal, engaging…
Kendal
Starts 8pm | Tickets £22.50 | Theatre | Age Guidance 16+
Tickets for this event go on sale on the 19 April
Direct from the Edinburgh festival, and his latest smash-hit nationwide tour, the legendary Canadian stand-up star is back on the road with…
Kendal
Starts 8pm | Tickets £17 | Malt Room Seated | Age Guidance 16+
NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author (oooooh check him) Ed Patrick injects Brewery Arts with a gut-punch hilarious show about becoming a junior doctor, the NHS, the pitfalls of…
Kendal
Presented by Get Lost and Found | Starts 11am & 2pm | Tickets £14.50, Under 16s £10, Family of 4 £40 | Theatre | Age Guidance 3+yrs
Mischief And Mystery In Moominvalley – Discover the world of the Moomins where anything is possible. Be sure to pack…
Barrow-in-Furness
Claire Henry presenter
We're inviting you to come along and join the Musical Professors in their laboratory! Claire Henry will work with their musicmaking machines to create musical experiments with players from our Orchestra. These concerts…
Grasmere
Calling all engaged couples!
We'd love to invite you to our Winter Open Day on Saturday 1st Feb! ❄️
Come and enjoy a glass of fizz and a selection of delicious canapés as you discover our historic country house, wedding barn and gorgeous…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £23.50 | Extended Theatre
The coming together of British and Catalan folk music giants, The Longest Johns and El Pony Pisador. This project is born from the friendship and mutual admiration that exists between both bands…
Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £21 | Malt Room Standing
Hayseed Dixie began in the Summer of 2000, when Barley Scotch (aka John Wheeler) stumbled across a wrecked car on an isolated mountain road in the hills of Deer Lick Holler, East Tennessee. While going…
Penrith
Kendal Mountain Tour 2025: A Night Of Adventure Films
Prepare for an unforgettable night of adventure as the Kendal Mountain Tour 2025 comes to life!
Join us on a journey through the world's most breathtaking landscapes with a selection of award…
The Rheged Centre, Penrith
Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £17.50 | Malt Room Seated | 16+
Recently described by Chortle as a mix between Jack Dee and Frank Skinner wrapped in a Mod's fashion sense, Matt is taking his debut show on tour. A selection of his best bits from 7 years on the…
Inspiration
Halloween fun for all the family at Holker Hall across 2 days - Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th October…
Sunday 27|Monday 28 October (10:00 11:30 13:00 14:30) Come and join Captain Bongo and the crew…
The Sizergh estate hosts a collection of ancient trees, those trees which are remarkably old for…
Ruth Lyon & Conrad Bird are lead singers and songwriters of acclaimed cult-folk rockers Holy Moly &…
Have a go at carving a spooky pumpkin this half-term at Allan Bank. Unleash your creative…
Explore almost 400 years of the history of English Education from 1585 to 1909 with our 2024…
Introduction to Stained Glass | 28 Sep | 12-4pm | £45 | 16+ yrs | Tutor Sarah Walkley | Studio…
Members of the international Waterline project continue their collaboration with a new theme of…
Starts 7.30pm | Tickets £20.50 | Malt Room Cabaret Nigel Planer is a comedy legend, an actor,…
Cast: To be confirmed Choreography: Christopher Wheeldon | Music: Joby Talbot Tumble down the…
Join children’s author Elaina Moon as she reads her new book about a little girl called Amelia…
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
Back by popular demand. Go Ape Sundown Adventures offer a new level of forest fun in the dark.…
Doors 8pm | Tickets £17 | Malt Room Standing Atmospheric, melodic and filled with lilting Irish…
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9…
A wonderful selection of eco stallholders providing information on protecting the environment and…
The Churchfitters is a folk band like no other. These three flamboyant characters present their…
Bring your imagination to life this half term and build a fairy home using twigs, leaves, pinecones…
Written and performed by Nicholas Collett and directed by Gavin Robertson. Award-winning solo…
Presented by Speakers from the Edge: There is no mountain in the world that strikes fear into…
A collection of environmental focused short films chosen by the Kendal Mountain Festival team. The…
The one hour family show features some of Britain's funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy,…
Drypoint | 26 Oct | 12-4pm | £60 | 16+ | Tutor Caroline Stow | Print Room We will make an…
Prepare for another spine-chilling Halloween at Brockhole, where our haunted forest is more alive…
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