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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
In Real Life: Slow, Print, Press | 7 Dec | 12-4pm | £60 | 16+yrs | Tutor Caroline Stow | Print Room and Studio 3
These monthly workshops are an antidote to the digital world, immersing you in the process and craft of sensual textured art-forms,…
Whitehaven
Settled in with the Brown family, Paddington the bear is a popular member of the community who spreads joy and marmalade wherever he goes.
One fine day, he spots a pop-up book in an antique shop -- the perfect present for his beloved aunt's 100th…
Barrow-in-Furness
Here Comes The Girls - 3 of the top female tributes in the UK for one night and with a pie and pea supper, all for an amazing night of fun!
Kirkland, Kendal
Join us for an inspiring guided drawing tour where art comes to life through your sketches. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just beginning, this creative experience is a fun way to connect with art.
No sketching experience is needed, so…
Abbot Hall, Kendal
Cockermouth
Get in to the festive spirit with Taste Cumbria Christmas in Cockermouth on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 December 2024.
Backbarrow, Newby Bridge
The Lakeland Historic Car Club meet on the first Saturday of every month at the museum and Cafe Ambio. Everyone is welcome to attend whether you're an owner, enthusiast or just keen to see some great examples of some classic local cars.
Lakeland Motor Museum, Ulverston
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 8pm | Tickets £16 | Malt Room Standing
Now in their sixteenth year as the UK's leading Northern Soul band, THE NORTHERN SOULTRAIN return to Kendal with their big soul shakedown party – the hottest soul night around…. and this…
Market St, Carlisle
Many important national and local events happened during the winter months, Christmas, and New Year. Join this interesting, guided walking tour around our city centre. See heritage buildings and hear about many historic winter events that shaped the…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £24.50 | Theatre
For almost 20 years the Young'uns have entertained audiences around the world. 3 time BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winners, the much-loved trio from Stockton and Hartlepool have built a reputation for singing folk…
Barrow-in-Furness
Following the jolly success of last year, we're over the moon to invite you all to Another Local Christmas Market at Hawcoat Park!
Just like our inaugural event, we'll have a delightful array of local stall holders and food trucks, featuring a…
Bowness-on-Windermere
We warmly invite you to our Holiday Market where local crafters will be selling locally handmade items, where you will hopefully find the perfect Christmas gifts. Free parking, free entry, free visits to Santa and his happy elf, free to meet the…
East of Lake, Coniston
Series of matinee piano recitals showcasing talented concert pianists in the exquisite venue of Brantwood.
Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin, Coniston
Inspiration
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
We will be holding a number of in person drop-in information sessions around Cumbria: Kendal -…
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…
The Swan's Santa's Grotto, a festive wonderland awaits your little ones! Every weekend from…
Written by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson | Adapted by John Hewer Hambledon Productions are…
Lyn will teach you how to employ loose watercolour techniques, allowing the pigment and water…
Come get ready for the festive season with us for some fun Christmas Craft sessions! This is an…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
This exhibition celebrates the work of British-Nigerian sculptor, Lawson Oyekan (b.1961). Oyekan's…
From Friday 13 September to Sunday 24 November Ian Lawson returns to Rheged's Gallery after 9…
Join us for our winter fair with a wide range of local artists and crafts people - it's a chance to…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
A high-flying adventure for all the family… Raised in the Indian jungle, Mowgli the man cub spends…
Come and experience Carlisle Cathedral's first ever Christmas Tree Festival, with 30 trees on…
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape As a printmaker using…
The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum…
The title of this exhibition is a riff on 'Roaring 20's' but chosen because, for Stephen Warnes…
A busy weekly Market each Thursday from Mid February to end December.. A wide range of food, fresh…
Design & make 'three Silver rings' with Sterling Silver and some Semi-Precious Stones with Melinda…
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £21 | Theatre Describing herself simply as a "modern English musician",…
Saturday 30 November (14:30/18:00) Add some homemade charm to your festive celebrations this year…
9.45am -5pm £82 Lunch included Material Charges £17 Join Julie Evans for an exciting foray into…
Wild Wreath Making Workshop Enjoy a wonderful evening with your friends, listen to your favourite…
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