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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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Newby Bridge
Guess who's back!
We're thrilled to announce the return of our summer spa parties, promising an even bigger and better experience than ever before!
Tickets are priced at just £65.00 per person. Join us for an unforgettable evening in our spa…
Staveley
Doors 6.45pm
Show starts 7.30pm
BYOB
Tickets £15 on sale @ Staveley Pharmacy or buy online @
www.classicsingersongwriters.co.uk/sandg
Experience the magic of Simon & Garfunkel like never before with Tim Chu and Ian Bailey, two exceptional…
The Racecourse, Cartmel
An exciting season of Jumps Racing
Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel
Stramongate, Kendal
Often known as Bayeux stitch, laid and couched work was used all over Europe throughout the middle ages, often for very large pieces of embroidery/ Learn this fun easy technique using naturally dyed wool. There will be a choice of simple designs on…
Carlisle
Join us for an artist led creative workshop.
Using flowers, leaves and found treasure you will create beautiful prints. Then with a variety of materials and techniques combine and build a vibrant botanical collage.
Finally, we'll add stitch to…
Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Cumbria
Greystoke, Penrith
We are delighted to welcome much acclaimed, professional watercolour artist Sarah Stokes, joining us for a fascinating May weekend of painting.
Students will cover a multitude of artistic and specifically watercolour skills which include "wet into…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Braithwaite, Keswick
A rusty 'tin shed' beside a dramatic waterfall in a remote valley just outside Keswick – this building is a tribute to human engineering and ingenuity, and it has a powerful story to tell about humanity's impact on the planet.
Force Cragg Mine was…
Carnforth
A 2-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients, and a walk along the Lancaster Canal.
Ambleside
The Poets Punt Wild Swim.
Step off the riverbank into a perfect river pool and float downstream. Glide past the rushes on this tranquil stretch of river and emerge into the lake to explore the islands ahead. We run the poet's punt wild swim in…
Rydal Water, Ambleside
Cockermouth
A 3-hour workshop with a foraging expert, which includes ID guidance, picking wild ingredients and using them to prepare dinner.
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
Whitehaven
Get your dessert spoons ready for a tale of perseverance, princes, palace balls, glass slippers and, um, ice cream?
Over the last four decades, Cinderella's has become the kingdom's most beloved ice cream company, with a parlour on every street…
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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