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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
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £28 | Theatre
The masters of melody from Norway join forces with a British jazz star.
Espen Eriksen Trio and Andy Sheppard first teamed up for two concerts in London in 2016. It was clear from the first note that this was a…
Bowness on Windermere
Friday 7 March
A thrilling sequel to "The 39 Steps", Hannay Stands Fast sees our dashing hero, Richard Hannay back in the fray on a mission to thwart a new and deadly threat to his beloved England. Engaged on this top-secret case by MI5, Hannay…
Whitehaven
This is the show ALL fans have been waiting for…
Starring John Campbell, widely regarded as the world's best tribute artist and featuring his all-star band. John and his band take us on a musical trip through Jimi's short, but astounding career…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £21 | Malt Room Standing
Since launching in 2017 Ultimate Coldplay have been widely recognised as being the world's most accurate Coldplay tribute. They are the only Coldplay tribute featuring a true look-a-like Chris Martin,…
Moresby, Whitehaven
After finally solving the mystery of his existence and true identity in Work of the Devil, Simon finds that he has still not overcome the more daily challenges of remembering what he came upstairs for, who these grown-ups are that live with him (and…
Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £20 | Malt Room Standing | Plus Support from William Crighton
Cult legend and all-round hero Beans on Toast takes to the road for The Wild Goose Chase!
Playing songs from his extensive back catalogue alongside some newfangled…
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £19 | Theatre
2022 MG ALBA Musician of The Year nominee Ryan Young brings new and exciting ideas to traditional Scottish music, receiving international praise for his spell-binding interpretations on the fiddle. His debut…
28 Duke St, Barrow-in-Furness
Beethoven Violin Concerto
Beethoven Symphony No.3, 'Eroica'
Domingo Hindoyan conductor
Veronika Eberle violin
Ludwig van Beethoven saw red when his hero Napoleon betrayed the revolution, tearing up the score of his Eroica symphony. That same…
Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £28.50 | Theatre
Following the official release of the album and the publication of her book of the same name in March 2024, Cara brings her acclaimed "Coming Home" show to life once again.
The Autumn of 2023 and Spring of…
28 Duke St, Barrow-in-Furness
Domingo Hindoyan conductor
Members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Ever wondered what a conductor does? As part of Barrow's Festival of Colours, come meet Venezuelan maestro Domingo Hindoyan and members of the Royal Liverpool…
Sedbergh
Hook a Hen Workshop with Jane Cook
Saturday 22 March 2025 10am - 4pm
£65
Create your very own Trivet or wall hanging, choose your own colour palette, traditional hues or avant-garde, make a wider border to create a pad or seat cushion.
Recycle your…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Whitehaven
Cast: To be confirmed
Choreography: Kenneth MacMillan | Music: Sergey Prokofiev
The greatest love story ever told – through ballet. An ancient family feud casts a long shadow over the town of Verona. In this hothouse of tension, brawls are quick…
Inspiration
A full day photography course under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
Taste Cumbria comes to Carlisle this Christmas. New for 2024, there will be a Taste Cumbria market…
Get ready for a blooming good time at Wray this autumn! Join us for a free bulb planting event…
Friday 1 November 11:00/14:00) Foolishly John Lambton throws the strange googly eyed fish back…
Saturday 2 November (13:30/15:00) Show duration: 70 minutes (no interval) Come and join the merry…
The Lakeland Historic Car Club meet on the first Saturday of every month at the museum and Cafe…
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9…
Forestry England members join us for a member only introduction to the sights, sounds and stories…
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom Of The Opera is a worldwide entertainment phenomenon. It has been…
After exploring the house and getting into the spirit of a Georgian All Hallows Eve, get creative…
Join us this summer to celebrate the legacy of Carlisle United (while looking optimistically…
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
Families are invited to flex their creative muscles this October with our Halloween-inspired…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Voices from the Wall is a new interactive exhibition at Birdoswald Roman Fort exploring shared…
LOVE the landscape. Capture the dawn and Autumn colours through the lens on board a 2/3-hour cruise…
Hayes Garden World in Ambleside gets set for the start of their festive season with a combined…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Swim in Ullswater lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping…
With the still waters of the Lakes as an inspiring backdrop, sewists of any experience are invited…
Learn about folklore and superstition in farming communities like Troutbeck and how the Browne's…
he Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society return to Rosehill with another Amazing family…
? PUMPKIN PICKING ON THE FARM IS BACK in 2024 ? 1 October – 1 NOVEMBER 2024 TICKETS NOW…
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