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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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Whitehaven
Cast: To be confirmed
Choreography: Christopher Wheeldon
Music: Joby Talbot | Joni Mitchell | Keaton Henson | George Gershwin
Sensuous contemporary ballet meets the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works. Fool's Paradise, The…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Can you conquer WHINLATTER in 2025?
Challenging Whinlatter Forest is the venue for this Trail Half Marathon. With breath-taking views across the Lake District towards Keswick and Skiddaw this run won't disappoint those who love the Lakes. These are…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £15.50 | Malt Room Cabaret
Driven by awe and wonder of the natural world Iona Lane delivers poetic songs, with subtle musical touches and contemplative melodies that link unheard stories with the world we find ourselves in…
Ulverston
Retro Rendezvous is the retro and vintage festival of the Lake District. Clothes, cars, market, music, motorbikes, scooters and most of all, lots of fun!
Ulverston
Velo Retro is heading into its 11th year. Called 'the friendly festival' Velo Retro is a feast of classic bicycles, cars, music, great rides and fantastic food.
Now the biggest retro cycling event in the UK, it's a brilliant weekend, both for riders…
Crooklands
Now in its 17th year Country Fest will again be held at the Westmorland County Showground, Crooklands on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June 2025.
We are looking forward to again celebrating rural life and returning with all the elements of…
Penrith
Trek 26 or 13 Miles in aid of Alzheimer's Society
Trek for loved ones and bring help and hope to everyone living with dementia. Experience the beauty of Ullswater lake surrounded by towering fells and the powerful Aira Force waterfall.
Keswick
Lakesman Triathlons encompasses a middle distance triathlon, an aquabike and a duathlon. Swim event on Friday night and kids race on Saturday.
Keswick
Great Lake District Swim Challenge West.
The Lake District is England's largest national park and a world-class swimming destination, the Great Lake District Swim Challenge West is to swim all the swim-able Lakes in the Lake District. This trip…
Penrith
As an old tradition in the Ullswater Valley, join locals and regulars to the valley to 'Beat The Bounds' of the Patterdale Parish Boundary, following the Parish Bounds as much as possible.
The Full Parish Boundary Event is 28 miles long with…
Ambleside
Swim Challenge East: A fantastic challenge trip to swim across the lakes in the Eastern Lake District – That's 7 lakes in 2 days, are you ready to accept the challenge? This is a fully catered trip for energetic & enthusiastic swimmers who will be…
Sedbergh
The Graduation Show of the ArtyBird Carnforth Fellowship group who are intertwined through strong, supportive bonds of friendship and shared creativity. The exhibition reflects individuality within the cohesive group.
Farfield Mill is open Wednesday…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Inspiration
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape As a printmaker using…
An evening of firelight folktales from storyteller Jessie McMeekin celebrating Cumbria's heritage…
The west coast of Cumbria will be celebrating the start of the festive season with a Christmas…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Members of the international Waterline project continue their collaboration with a new theme of…
Our popular 'Father Christmas on the Farm' event is back in 2024! BOOK TICKETS NOW Team Walby is…
Discover two remarkable Arts & Crafts houses in the Lake District in one afternoon. Blackwell – the…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Get ready to swing into the holidays with the UK's No. 1 jive and swing band, the Jive Aces! The…
The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum…
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores…
Father Christmas is coming to Greystoke Castle! Each family will get dedicated time with Santa,…
Threadmill are a group of fifteen textile and mixed media artists committed to the promotion of…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Mendelssohn Symphony No.4, 'Italian' Mozart Oboe Concerto Ravel Pavane pour une infante défunte…
We will be holding a number of in person drop-in information sessions around Cumbria: Kendal -…
A magical event for all to attend with live entertainment, market stalls and other fun activites.
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Describing herself simply as a "modern English musician", Eliza Carthy is one of the most…
Come and design your own Christmas decorations made out of wooden shapes and beautiful fabrics that…
Come get ready for the festive season with us for some fun Christmas Craft sessions! This is an…
The Swan's Santa's Grotto, a festive wonderland awaits your little ones! Every weekend from…
Get ready to sing your heart out and spread joy with Cathy Marcangelo.
In the deep jungles of darkest Peru, a British geographer named Montgomery Clyde happens upon a…
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