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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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Moresby, Whitehaven
Join us for "Play in a Day," a unique celebration of our vibrant performance communities. Forming a part of our West Coast Current Theatre Week, you will be challenged to collaborate in small groups to devise and perform a play in a day.
How it will…
Coniston
Race the Sun is an exhilarating triathlon-style team challenge where teams of two or four bike, hike, and paddle around a stunning course in the Lake District, racing to finish between dawn and dusk. Featuring an exciting off-road cycling section…
Devonshire St, Penrith
Join us at The George Hotel Penrith for a 3 course dinner followed by our favourite soul and motown singer, Scotty D. Enjoy a delicious 3 course dinner followed by some wonderful live music from 9pm, all for just £49 pp. Book your table today!
Brampton
Gallery Northwest is honoured to be hosting a truly unique and captivating exhibition, which will feature ten amazing and extremely successful female artists from Cumbria and South West Scotland. This event presents a fabulous opportunity to witness…
Moresby, Whitehaven
We're excited to be working with talented photographer and teacher, Dave Wilson, to bring you this brand new 6-week photography course.
The course is aimed at those who may already know a little about their Mirrorless or DSLR camera but want to…
Ambleside
This corner of Lakeland is still rather special and retains that timeless feel. It is also home to one of the nicest places to swim in the Lakes, its peaty water and old plantation woodland offer something a bit different to the usual upland tarns.…
Coniston
Fell Walkers, especially those wishing to head up into the mountains, Road & Trail runners new to navigation who wish to explore new routes.
This is an intermediate-level course for navigation for personal development & will give you a NNAS…
Whitehaven
The Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society return to Rosehill with Terry Pratchett's WYRD SISTERS.
Terry Pratchett takes Shakespeare's Macbeth and then turns it up 'till the knob comes off. It's all there – a wicked duke and duchess, the…
Ambleside
The Buttermere Valley is surely one of the most beautiful in the Lake District. Buttermere itself is a stunning place to swim and the water is crystal clear, with that typical slate blue tint we know and love. The walking here is also lovely, too…
Ulverston
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired picnic near Windermere.
Barrow-In-Furness
Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you've never heard him before.
He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice. Selling over seven million albums, Aled was the original, classical crossover star. His recording of Walking in the…
Milnthorpe
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired picnic at Forage Box HQ.
Inspiration
Join us for a spring adventure and make your way along our fun filled Easter trail with activities…
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition…
Become a Weaver Workshop with Jan Beadle Thursday 10 & Friday 11 April 10am – 4pm £150 plus £5 on…
After Dark’s Criminal Cabaret Murder Mysteries are an evening of comedy, music, high energy and…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Full day workshops are…
Join us at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for an egg-citing Easter celebration from 5th - 21st…
From Sketchbook to Canvas is a five day painting course led by artist Nick Bush. You will be…
Looking for exciting family activities this Easter? Go Ape Grizedale, near Hawkshead is the perfect…
Easter Eggstravaganza at Walby Farm Park! ✨ 7 – 20 April 2025 Get ready for a chocolate-fuelled,…
A coming-together of four very different artists/makers based in Cumbria – who all assemble ideas,…
What if wishes were granted? What if magic was real? When a Storyteller appears everyone is…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
This is a two day painting and drawing weekend workshop. The weekend will guide you through the…
Go on the egg hunt around the garden at Allan Bank in Grasmere. Follow in the footsteps of…
Join us at Dalemain for our informative and fun gardening days. This will give you the unique…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Acorn Bank on an Easter trail.Make…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Following on from the success of his 2024 album, True North, acclaimed Folk artist, Jonny Campbell…
This fabulous advanced level navigation course will test your Navigation tools from Bronze & Silver…
Embroidery doesn't just have to be on a fabric base – many other materials can be used instead,…
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
Starts 11.30am & 2pm | Tickets £13 | Theatre | Age Guidance 3-7 years What if wishes were granted?…
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