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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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Coniston
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients, and a wild snack near Yew Tree Tarn.
Stramongate, Kendal
This workshop offers an easy and experimental introduction for anyone interested in making moving-images responding to the natural world. The workshop provides an overview to non-fiction filmmaking (AKA creative documentaries), enthusing…
Arnside
Join Friends of the Lake District on this unique sponsored walk across the tidal sands of Morecambe Bay to raise money to protect Lake District landscapes.
Saturday 16th August 2025
The Morecambe Bay Walk takes you across the largest expanse of…
Ambleside
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients, and a wild snack at Chesters By The River.
Penrith
Join Kate Rawles, who cycled the length of South America on a self-built bamboo bike, for tales of brilliant and brave environmentalists and extraordinary landscapes.
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Greystoke
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
By Lewis Carroll, adapted by Laura Turner
When young Alice tumbles into a fantastical world of talking caterpillars, mad hatters, and evil queens with only the white rabbit to guide her, she must rely on her wits…
Greystoke Castle, Greystoke
20-24 Front St, Brampton
Jennifer Guest
Jennifer gained a BA(Hons) in Art and Design from East Anglia University, and then went on to have a career as a therapist and author. Returning to making art, Jennifer now creates drawings as a full-time artist from her Scottish…
Carlisle
Join the troupe at Castletown House and Gardens for a bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare's 'Much Ado About Nothing' like you've never seen before. In usual HandleBards style, expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a…
Stramongate, Kendal
Drypoint is an intaglio printmaking technique, which involves manually scratching an image into a plate using a sharp pointed tool, creating its distinctive lines with a slightly raised velvety, known as the burr, which get inked and the plate can…
Ulverston
A 10 or 5 mile in memory walk
Penrith
The 175 varieties of apple growing under the care of Acorn Bank's garden team start to ripen at the end of August, with the latest being picked around the middle of October.
Every weekend throughout September and October the most recently picked…
Acorn Bank, Penrith
Ambleside
it's the longest swim in England and a unique chance to swim the full 11 mile length with all of your swimming friends whilst knowing you are safe in the hands of the highly experienced management team at Chillswim.
Inspiration
Join us for a spring adventure and make your way along our fun filled Easter trail with activities…
The "Not to be missed" Knitted Bible Stories Exhibition will be hosted by Keswick Methodist Church…
A 5.5 mile multi terrain race. Start / Finish: Cockermouth School Registration From: 10 am Race…
A day of Easter fun and games for families! - Easter Egg Hunt (£2 entry on the day, per map) -…
Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his…
A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed, suitable for all ages. This…
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first…
Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs,…
At the Roman Army Museum, Emperor Ted needs your help to find all the food he needs for his picnic.…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Come and enjoy an exciting workshop experimenting in this ancient Japanese RAKU technique of…
A coming-together of four very different artists/makers based in Cumbria – who all assemble ideas,…
Our Easter Trail this year leads you around Wordsworth Grasmere in search of 'spots of time' from…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Be inspired to create your own collages with artist Jackie Haynes. Looking at birds you'll come…
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition…
We're looking forward to welcoming Reuben Tighe to The Swan on the 18th April for an evening of…
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Acorn Bank on an Easter trail.Make…
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
Levens Hall and Gardens are offering an Easter Egg Hunt in the beautiful House and a Garden…
There's nowhere quite like Holker Hall & Gardens for a family day out at Easter. Join us for FOUR…
Welcome to our cozy bedtime for lambs! As you settle in to bottle feed these adorable little ones,…
Join us for an unforgettable weekend at our Annual Easter Beer Festival! 18th – 20th…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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