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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.
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Kendal
A fairy tale-themed concert that has something for everyone! Perfect for young and old alike.
Farrington's Scary Fairy Saves Christmas! is a piece for narrator and orchestra telling a story by Craig Charles. The orchestral score is in the musical…
Church St, Ambleside
Stuck at home and put to work by her spoiled Step-Sisters, Cinderella's life is dreary and dull. Everything changes when she helps a mysterious woman out...With a little bit of magic, she is transported into an ethereal new world – one where fairies…
3 Castle St, Kendal
A performance of The Hound of the Baskervilles in Castle Street Community Centre, Kendal, encompassing mystery, comedy and melodrama. The production is suitable for all the family. Wednesday night is 'Pay what you can Afford'.
Bowness on Windermere
The award-winning Dyad Productions, (A Room of One's Own, I, Elizabeth, Austen's Women, Female Gothic) who have toured their sell-out festive show Christmas Gothic since 2015, now bring their magic to Dickens' classic and perennially relevant ghost…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Following their sell-out tour in 2023, Wild Arts brings their trademark fresh and innovative approach to Handel's legendary telling of the Christmas story to Carlisle Cathedral for the first time.
The period specialist players of the Wild Arts…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £26 | Age Guidance 14+ | Malt Room Standing
There are few songwriters to ever surpass the gifts he's brought, either on his own, with The Pale Fountains, Shack or The Strands, but Michael Head and his Red Elastic Band start to…
Newby Bridge
Come and join us for a festive winter-themed painting party! Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit as we paint a red robin in a snowy setting. Relax with a drink and a mince pie, and catch up with friends in a cosy and inviting location!
What You…
Whitehaven
Join local housewife Barbara Nice in a seasonal selection box of fun and frolic!
Its been 6 years Barbara performed her show Raffle at Rosehill, in which it culminated in Bab's taking the whole audience out into the courtyard to play a game of…
Kendal
Since their inception in 1984, The Men They Couldn't Hang have been a driving force in the folk-punk scene, captivating audiences with their electrifying performances and socially conscious songwriting. Emerging from the Shepherd's Bush squatting…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Price £25.50 | Malt Room Standing
The ABBA REUNION tribute Show is the creation of an Award Winning West End Director, Producer and Choreographer
Starring the original 'Frida' from the London West End cast!
ABBA REUNION gives Abba…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Join us for a very special Father Christmas Tea Party in our amazing winter wonderland. We’ll be showing the Christmassy classic animation of The Snowman, serving a delicious festive afternoon tea with crackers for everyone, and every child will…
Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Father Christmas returns to Holker Hall this December!
Meet Father Christmas and the Elves at Holker Hall and discover the magic of Christmas. Receive a gift from Father Christmas by the roaring fire in the magical setting of Holker's grand library…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Inspiration
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape As a printmaker using…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
The west coast of Cumbria will be celebrating the start of the festive season with a Christmas…
Threadmill are a group of fifteen textile and mixed media artists committed to the promotion of…
Written by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson | Adapted by John Hewer Hambledon Productions are…
Get ready to sing your heart out and spread joy with Cathy Marcangelo.
The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum…
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
Saturday 30 November (14:30/18:00) Add some homemade charm to your festive celebrations this year…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
This delightful wreath-making workshop combines natural foliage with felted alpaca fleece for you…
Mendelssohn Symphony No.4, 'Italian' Mozart Oboe Concerto Ravel Pavane pour une infante défunte…
One of the historic boathouses will be transformed into a festive pop-up photo studio. Come dressed…
Wild Wreath Making Workshop Enjoy a wonderful evening with your friends, listen to your favourite…
Discover the innovative methods farmers are using to rewild Britain's landscape in a captivating…
Lyn will teach you how to employ loose watercolour techniques, allowing the pigment and water…
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh…
Introducing a book club with a difference! Novembers Theme – All Creatures Great and Small. The…
Film maker Alastair Lee will host the evening in his inimitable style. There will also be athlete…
We look forward to hearing Edward Taylor on Wednesday 27 November, at his next Organ Recital…
Join us for our winter fair with a wide range of local artists and crafts people - it's a chance to…
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
Films TBC over the Festival weekend once the competition winners have been announced. Sit back and…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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