Discover what's on in the Lake District and Cumbria
Events in and around the Lake District
What's on in the Lake District and Cumbria?
The Lake District and Cumbria host a diverse range of fun and exciting events throughout the year. Attending events during your holiday provides a wonderful opportunity to engage with the local culture and community. It's a chance to take part in unique experiences and create lasting memories.
Did you know that Cumbria is the UK county with the most Michelin stars? In light of this, we take great pride in celebrating our exceptional culinary offerings, from local farmer’s markets to large-scale festivals. Notably is the World Marmalade Awards, which take place at nearby Dalemain.
The Lake District is a world-renowned destination for walking and hiking and hosts several festivals throughout the year that celebrate the landscape and great outdoors, such as the Keswick Mountain Festival.
Don't miss out on cultural events like the Winter Droving, a magical masquerade spectacle in Ullswater and Penrith!
Please check with the event organisers before attending to ensure the event is still taking place.
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October 25th to November 24th, 2024
Cumbria Dark Skies Festival
Celebrate the wonders of the night sky with the Cumbria Dark Skies Festival. A whole range of starry experiences, from unique tours and guided walks to night-time swimming and paddling, discover exciting new ways to appreciate the beauty of the natural world above you.
November 24th, 2024
Devonshire Street Christmas Party, Carlisle
Local community groups, schools and performers will take to the stage for an afternoon of free entertainment.
November 24th, 2024
North Lakes Indoor Christmas Market
This is a wonderful festive shopping experience and the perfect chance to get into the Christmas spirit and make a start on your gifting list!
November 25th & 26th, 2024
Christmas Wreath Making & Festive Feast
Craft your own hand-made, unique, sustainable Christmas wreath in the atmospheric State Dining Room at Rose Castle. Enjoy a sumptuous Festive Feast by the fire in the historic Chinese Drawing Room.
November 27th & 28th, 2024
Rose Castle Christmas Market
Free entry into Rose Castle's first ever Christmas Market. Festive foods and drinks, Christmas Gifts and so much more!
December 1st to January 4th
Skate by the Lake
Get your skates on at the first-ever ice rink on the shores of Ullswater. With a 16ft Christmas tree, shimmering lights, and hopefully snow-capped fells, enjoy the 200-square-metre open-air ice rink overlooking the lake.
December 7th & 8th, 2024
Taste Cumbria Christmas in Cockermouth
Get in to the festive spirit with Taste Cumbria Christmas in Cockermouth. There is more than just food and drink at this Christmas event. There will be gifts and homewares, seasonal specials and all the sweet and savoury treats you’d expect from the county’s favourite food festival.
December 8th & 14th, 2024
Christmas Elf Hunt at Rose Castle
The elves have been all over the castle grounds dropping all their little Christmas letters.
They now need your help to find them, so wrap up warm and helphttps://www.rosecastle.com/rose-events keep the magic of Christmas alive.
December 10th, 2024
G4 Christmas at Carlisle Cathedral
A spectacular Christmas celebration with G4. Mesmerising harmonies, beautifully-blended voices and impeccable showmanship in an idyllic festive setting.
December 16th & 19th
Carols by Candlelight at Rose Castle
A unique Christmas Carol Concert in the Castle Chapel with performances from Wreay Church of England Primary School Melodic Minor Choir accompanied by Gill Wadeson.
Dalemain, Penrith, CA11 0HB
Events at Dalemain Historic Mansion
Nestled amidst beautiful gardens, Dalemain hosts a range of exciting events throughout the year. Notable is The World Marmalade Awards and Festival. Just down the road from the park, stop for coffee, enjoy lunch, a delicious afternoon tea or shop for all things marmalade!
Held every Tuesday in Great Dockray car park, between 9am to 4pm
Penrith Tuesday Market
Known for its distinctive red sandstone buildings, the northern Cumbrian town of Penrith offers a variety of shops and eateries, plus, the Tuesday Market where shoppers can enjoy a variety of stalls from independent traders.
Market Square - Thursdays 08:00 to 16:30 | Saturdays 08:00 to 16:30
Keswick Market
Located in the heart of this pretty northern Lake District town, the popular Keswick Market attracts both locals & visitors alike. There's a wide selection of award-winning food, local produce, and handcrafted gifts.
Rheged Centre, Redhills Penrith, Cumbria CA11 0DQ
Rheged
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the Northern Lakes. Check out their website for further information and what's on guide.
Theatre by the Lake, Lakeside, Keswick CA12 5DJ
"Welcome to Theatre Made in Cumbria"
Arguably in one of the prettiest settings you'll find a theatre, the aptly named 'Theatre by the Lake' sets the scene for a host of theatre productions, films, festivals and talks. Keswick is approx. 25 minutes from Waterfoot, and the theatre itself is just a ten-minute walk from the town centre.
Many thanks to visitlakedistrict.com for the following images: 'Flora of the Fells', Penrith, Rheged, Keswick Market, aerial view of Keswick, Dalemain, Dark Skies, Carlisle Cathedral and Hot Chocolate.
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