Whatever the time of year, the Lake District is home to a wide selection of fantastic events and festivals.
Ulverston
Every Thursday and Saturday throughout the year from 8am - 4pm. Visit Event Website.
Ulverston
Keswick
Mid Feb to December. A wide range of food, fresh produce and gifts from 9am - 4.30pm. Visit Event Website.
Keswick
Ambleside
Delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at the Armitt from 8am - 4pm. Visit Event Website
Ambleside
Britannia Inn, Elterwater
A 6 hour volunteer-led guided walk that visits some iconic landmarks including Cathedral Cave and Slater Bridge. Some rough terrain. Event W...
Britannia Inn, Elterwater
Muncaster Castle Ravenglass, Cumbria
Spotlight on Mountain Ash a 5-piece country-rock outfit. With their authentic songwriting and captivating live shows, they're making their m...
Muncaster Castle Ravenglass, Cumbria
Hutton-in-the Forest, CA11 9TH
Set in truly stunning surroundings, Hutton in the Forest is the perfect backdrop. 10am-4pm Event Website.
Hutton-in-the Forest, CA11 9TH
Pooley Bridge pier, Ullswater
Summer evening Gin tasting cruise 2 hour round trip, with live music from Fiona Hanlon. From 7pm - 9pm. Event Website.
Pooley Bridge pier, Ullswater
Old Park, Hutton-in-the Forest
Skelton Show has been running since the late 1800’s and grown from a small local show held in the village to one of the major agricultural s...
Old Park, Hutton-in-the Forest
Hayes Garden World, Ambleside
The UK's most picturesque Festival
Hayes Garden World, Ambleside
Broughton Hall Farm, Penrith
A fun farming & family day out, . Visit event website.
Broughton Hall Farm, Penrith
At Coniston Hall, Coniston Cumbria
Set in a stunning setting on the shores of Coniston Water, Coniston Country Fair is a traditional Lakeland Show offering visitors an enthral...
At Coniston Hall, Coniston Cumbria
Hayes Garden World, Ambleside
The UK's most picturesque Festival
Hayes Garden World, Ambleside
Cockermouth
Cumbria’s flagship festival in Cockermouth.
A great range of attractions are on the menu, giving visitors the chance to eat, drink, shop and ...
Cockermouth
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Awaiting details via Muncastr Castle's website.
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Hayes Garden World Lake Ambleside
Awaiting details.
Hayes Garden World Lake Ambleside
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Awaiting details.
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Cockermouth
Cumbria’s flagship festival in Cockermouth.
A great range of attractions are on the menu, giving visitors the chance to eat, drink, shop and ...
Cockermouth
Keswick Town Centre
From 10am Lots of live entertainment from local talent acts. Charity stalls raising money for your favourite organisations. A fair for all t...
Keswick Town Centre
Registration Required
09:45 Challenging Mountain Walk / Scramble (Route TBC)
10:15 Linear Mountain Walk to Stickle Barn (12km walk, 874m ascent)
10:45 Gingerbrea...
Registration Required
Hawkshead Town Square
10am until 4pm, followed by the Lantern Parade and Christmas Carols in the square.
Hawkshead Town Square
Cockermouth Town Centre
There will be gifts and homewares, seasonal specials and all the sweet and savoury treats you’d expect from the county’s favourite food fes...
Cockermouth Town Centre
Ulverston
Ulverston
Grizedale, Grizedale Forest, Hawkshead, LA22 0QJ
Under Loughrigg Road by Rothay Park
Derwent
Renowned for showcasing independent films, this event attracts cinephiles from across the UK with Derwentwater as its backrop. Visit Event W...
Derwent
Woolpack Inn, Hardknott Pass, Eskdale CA19 1TH Derwent
Woolpack Inn. Visit Event Website.
Woolpack Inn, Hardknott Pass, Eskdale CA19 1TH Derwent
Scafell
Defeat the Peak | Scafell Pike Day
Scafell
Ambleside
A breathtaking trek over the Langdale Pikes from Old Dungeon Ghyll, summiting multiple peaks with stunning views of the Lake District.
Ambleside
Muncaster Castle Ravenglass, Cumbria
Experience medieval magic where knights clash, stories unfold, and the past comes alive!. Event Website.
Muncaster Castle Ravenglass, Cumbria
Old Dungeon Ghyll Car Park, Great Langdal, LA22 9JU
Join us for a thrilling day exploring the stunning Great Langdale Valley, where our qualified guide will lead you through majestic mountains...
Old Dungeon Ghyll Car Park, Great Langdal, LA22 9JU
Great Langdale
June is packed with events - TBC
Great Langdale
Old Dungeon Ghyll Car Park, Great Langdal, LA22 9JU
Join us for a thrilling day exploring the stunning Great Langdale Valley, where our qualified guide will lead you through majestic mountains...
Old Dungeon Ghyll Car Park, Great Langdal, LA22 9JU
Keswick
A popular event that brings together beer and cider lovers for a weekend of great brews, lively music, a fantastic atmosphere, showcasing se...
Keswick
Windermere LA23 3PL
Ambleside
New 10 km looped route with a start/finish at Ambleside.
The fabulous route explores a terrain along Rydal Water’s edge and includes stunning...
Ambleside
Elterwater
A 6 hour volunteer-led guided walk that visits some iconic landmarks including Cathedral Cave and Slater Bridge. Some rough terrain. Event W...
Elterwater
Muncaster Castle Ravenglass, Cumbria
Live music, including performances by UK Country Radio's Kerry Weir, the Jackson Ward Trio, and songwriters' rounds. . Event Website.
Muncaster Castle Ravenglass, Cumbria
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