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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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Cockermouth
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients, and a wild snack at Bassenthwaite Lake Station.
Newby Bridge
We're looking forward to welcoming Reuben Tighe to The Swan on the 18th April for an evening of live music.
Reuben Tighe fingerpicks his way through an eclectic mix of blues, foot-stomping folk and original music, delivering a euphonious delight to…
Burneside
A day of Easter fun and games for families!
- Easter Egg Hunt (£2 entry on the day, per map)
- Easter Crafts & Games
- Food & Drink ... plus plenty of chocolate !
Join us for the very first fundraiser supporting the Burneside Playground Project!
We…
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,…
Cockermouth
A 5.5 mile multi terrain race.
Start / Finish: Cockermouth School
Registration From: 10 am
Race Start: 11am
Minimum Age: 15 years
Entry Fees:
Affiliated Club Members - £10 + online booking fee £1.05
Unattached Runners - £12 + online booking…
Newby Bridge
Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs, with a special interest in jazz 'n' blues. Her soulful vocals and jazzy piano styles make her live performances a great experience.
We're looking…
Whitehaven
André Rieu has turned 75 and invites you to join him in celebrating his birthday as he sails through his hometown of Maastricht on a beautiful boat with his beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra by his side. Featuing a selection of André's favorite…
Newby Bridge
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel!
Taking place on Sunday 20th April from 3pm – 5pm with pizza, chips and live entertainment. Tickets are just £12 per child – Supervising adults go free.
Please note the pizza and…
Brettargh Holt, Levens
Book early for Easter Sunday!
On Sunday 20th April 2025 we will be serving a three-course dinner for just £28.95 per person! Under 12's will dine for half price and all children will receive a chocolate egg
Call 01539 980 980 to book!
Newby Bridge
We're looking forward to welcoming Jon Dawes to The Swan on Sunday 20th April!
Singer-Songwriter hailing from the South of the Lake District. Forming conventional acoustic guitar playing with the ideology and rhythm of a drummer, this unique take…
Kentmere
Spring Landscape Week is a four day landscape course. You will start the week drawing from the landscape, exploring media and approaches to landscape. You will then use your drawings to develop a composition for a landscape painting. All welcome.
The Abbey, Carlisle
Please join us for a special tour of Carlisle Cathedral.
Climb up to our clerestory to experience the Cathedral in a unique way. Get up close to our medieval stained glass in the East Window and see the starry ceiling and the Cathedral from a new…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
Inspiration
A coming-together of four very different artists/makers based in Cumbria – who all assemble ideas,…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
The Lakeland Loop Cycle Sportive is a challenging ride which starts from the New Dungeon Ghyll…
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
Tapestry weavers from England and New Zealand come together in this fourth international touring…
Join us at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for an egg-citing Easter celebration from 5th - 21st…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Cast: Sondra Radvanovsky, SeokJong Baek, Gemma Summerfield, Adam Palka Director: Andrei Șerban |…
Celebrate Easter and springtime by designing and painting your own wonderful and unique plant pot…
A collection of mixed media pieces aimed to inspire and initiate thought provoking conversation…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
Come along to Wordsworth House for a fun-filled session with the kids, brought to you by Wordsworth…
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Acorn Bank on an Easter trail.Make…
If you never saw The Smiths then this is your chance to experience the thrill of those great songs…
Easter Eggstravaganza at Walby Farm Park! ✨ 7 – 20 April 2025 Get ready for a chocolate-fuelled,…
Heallreaf 5 presents their latest exhibition of handwoven tapestry. Using centuries old weaving…
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first…
Sponsored walk around Ullswater Way, from Pooley Bridge, going in a clockwise direction, to…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a wild…
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at…
"The legend of the Hound Of The Baskervilles has haunted the Baskerville family for generations –…
Bingo Revolution returns on Saturday, 5th April! Grab your tickets at https://www.tickettailor…
Spend a lovely day with Lyn, who will combine this most popular medium with the depiction of some…
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