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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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Kendal
Starts 11.30am & 2pm | Tickets £13 | Theatre | Age Guidance 3-7 years
What if wishes were granted? What if magic was real? When a Storyteller appears everyone is enchanted… Beasts and breadcrumbs, wolves and witches, but all Froggy really wants is…
Whitehaven
What if wishes were granted? What if magic was real? When a Storyteller appears everyone is enchanted… Beasts and breadcrumbs, wolves and witches, but all Froggy really wants is to hear a story starring someone like him. Head into the woods with…
Rydal, Ambleside
A 6 day all inclusive retreat to train you to become a massage therapist. Includes accredited qualification course, accommodation, meals, yoga and hot tub. Located at the beautiful, historic Nab Cottage by Rydal Water lake.
Whitehaven
Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his corvid companion Crowbert and a collection of curious contraptions, Mr West demonstrates the fundamental principles of scientific enquiry and tackles some…
Kendal
Starts 2pm | Tickets £12.50 | Theatre | Age Guidance 6+
Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his corvid companion Crowbert and a collection of curious contraptions, Mr West demonstrates the…
Bowness on Windermere
Thursday 17- Saturday 19 April
Why not join twenty somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this hilarious comedy as they develop a love for, and the people involved with, Northern Soul. What started as a College project has grown into a passion, but the…
Penrith
Presented by Speakers from the Edge
From injured veteran to the world's first double above-knee amputee to summit Mount Everest; Hari shares his inspiring journey from being born in a cowshed, going to school barefoot, growing up in civil war,…
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…
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
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…
Inspiration
The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum…
Abbot Hall presents Legacy, a solo exhibition by contemporary artist Charmaine Watkiss. Discover a…
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9…
Film maker Alastair Lee will host the evening in his inimitable style. There will also be athlete…
We will be holding a number of in person drop-in information sessions around Cumbria: Kendal -…
Lyn will teach you how to employ loose watercolour techniques, allowing the pigment and water…
9.45am -5pm £82 Lunch included Material Charges £17 Join Julie Evans for an exciting foray into…
Wander through a nature-themed lights trail around the Knoll, inspired by Sizergh's estate, and get…
The highly-anticipated celebration of adventure, culture, nature and exploration, is taking place…
Describing herself simply as a "modern English musician", Eliza Carthy is one of the most…
This delightful wreath-making workshop combines natural foliage with felted alpaca fleece for you…
Saturday 30 November (14:30/18:00) Add some homemade charm to your festive celebrations this year…
This Christmas get creative, have fun and make something really personal for your home. Join Emma…
The title of this exhibition is a riff on 'Roaring 20's' but chosen because, for Stephen Warnes…
In the deep jungles of darkest Peru, a British geographer named Montgomery Clyde happens upon a…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Mendelssohn Symphony No.4, 'Italian' Mozart Oboe Concerto Ravel Pavane pour une infante défunte…
Threadmill are a group of fifteen textile and mixed media artists committed to the promotion of…
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
Design & make 'three Silver rings' with Sterling Silver and some Semi-Precious Stones with Melinda…
Films TBC over the Festival weekend once the competition winners have been announced. Sit back and…
Timed to coincide with the centenary of the 1924 Mount Everest expedition, the exhibition shares…
This Christmas, take your family on a magical journey through the heart of the Lake District…
Cosy up for a Christmassy crafting experience in our snug yurt and create your own handmade…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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