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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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Barrow-in-Furness
As the singer in I Am Kloot from 1999 to 2014, John Bramwell achieved a Mercury Prize nomination for 2010's The Sky At Night, a Top 10 chart position for 2013's Let It All In, numerous UK and European tours and a triumphant farewell at the Queen…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays…
Nr Kendal
Join award-winning photographer and visual artist Joanne Coates for a midsummer guided walk and creative cyanotype workshop that brings together landscape, land-use and image-making. Explore Joanne's site-specific project Daughters of the Soil,…
Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Kendal
Newby Bridge
Windermere Ring – Walk the Fells and Valleys around Lake Windermere
Full event details here: https://www.secrethillswalking.co.uk/tour/windermere-ring-walk-the-fells-and-valley-around-lake-windermere/
The Lake District is England's only true…
Moresby, Whitehaven
One family, one condition, one hell of a hairy baby… Scott Bennett from Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance and The News Quiz tells the amazing true story of how his daughter fell ill with a rare genetic condition, congenital…
Ambleside
This retreat is a spiritual and creative journey, a cocoon of connection, to ourselves, to each other and to God.
Nancy's ethos as an artist and facilitator is directly linked to her spirituality. This retreat takes inspiration from The Artist's…
Keswick
The annual Keswick Convention has been taking place since 1875. A completely free event offering life-changing Bible teaching, worship and fellowship, with fantastic Kids & Youth programme for 3-18 year olds, in the heart of the beautiful Lake…
Ambleside
Participants will learn about:
*The fascinating history of the process
*Talk about design elements (and possibly collect objects/plants from around the grounds) to act as a "resist". Responding to the local environment and discussing ideas for a…
Ambleside
Come and give Trail running in the Lake District a try, with its rugged fells, stunning glacial ribbon lakes and market towns. 5 distances to choose from; 9km, 14km, 25km, 44km and 52km.
Moresby, Whitehaven
We are thrilled to have Emma return to Rosehill with TWO nights of delving deep into the worlds most MURDEROUS MINDS.
Murderous Minds isn't just a retelling of crimes—it's an unflinching journey into the psyche of killers, exploring the dark…
Nr Kendal
Join Joanne Coates for a walk and talk discussing her Daughters of the Soil work — how farming, land, labour and image co-exist. You will set off on a guided walk through the fields, hedgerows and a place that hosts a working farm during the harvest…
Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Kendal
Ambleside
This is a two day course which covers the rise of the arts and literary movement called modernism. Taking the book by Julia Kristeva poetry and revolution as our inspiration We can see how poetry was changed in the hands of the artists of the 19th…
Inspiration
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
I grew up in Huddersfield, in the heart of the textile industry, and spent many childhood days…
Special Christmas edition of the popular comedy night featuring 4 award winning, Edinburgh Fringe…
30/9/25 This talk will explore the development of children's literature and, in particular, the…
Step back in time with Townend's Victorian Christmas. The fire is roaring, the house decked with…
Step back in time to Regency England with this Christmas fireside talk. Immerse yourself in the…
Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…
Discover how World War II shaped the lives of people in our community in this powerful, story-led…
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.
Enjoy a fun festive day out with the family at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house on Saturday 20…
Tuesday 16th December 2025 Step into a world of intrigue and suspense! Enjoy a delicious three…
A multimedia exhibition at the Dock Museum from 5th December to 23rd February exploring local…
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome back Sempre Amabile to…
Carlisle Cathedral will once again host their Christmas Tree Festival throughout December, building…
Get your skates on as our ice rink returns to the shores of Ullswater. A 16ft Christmas tree,…
This year's Christmas production at Upfront Puppet Theatre is a magical retelling of the classic…
On 5 October 2025 18:00-19:30 We are delighted to bring this project to England this year,…
As Rheged celebrates 25 years of culture, discover the work of 25 exceptional Cumbrian artists…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Santa Express – A Magical Christmas Journey Step aboard our magical…
13/9/25 Local author Deborah Lyon talks about her children's book set in second century Ambleside.…


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