Events
From community fetes and markets to sporting challenges and festivals – there’s always loads of events happening in and around the Lake District which you can enjoy.
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March 2026
Thu 19th Mar - 12:00am
and 3 future dates
This respected not-for-profit festival attracts film lovers, creatives and visitors from across the North West and beyond.
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April 2026
Sun 5th Apr - All day
The Lakeland Loop Cycle Sportive is a challenging 69-mile ride through the heart of the Lake District.
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May 2026
Fri 1st May - All day
The Brathay 10in10 is a unique challenge where participants run 10 laps of the Windermere Marathon course over 10 days.
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Sat 9th May - All day
and 3 future dates
The Lap is a 47-mile (75K) trail race held twice a year in the Lake District, offering runners and walkers a 24-hour challenge to circumnavigate England's largest lake.
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Sun 10th May - All day
The Fred Whitton Challenge is a cycling sportive event in the UK, known as "The Daddy of them all".
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Mon 11th May - All day
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The Bluebird K7 is a pioneering jet-powered hydroplane. It is returning to Coniston Water for the K7 festival - a celebration of engineering and speed
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Fri 15th May - All day
and 2 future dates
The Keswick Mountain Festival is an annual multi-day event held in the Lake District, celebrating outdoor sports, music, and adventure.
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Fri 29th May - All day
and 2 future dates
The Grasmere Gallop is an annual trail running and walking event held in the picturesque village of Grasmere in the Lake District.
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June 2026
Fri 5th Jun - 12:00am
and 1 future dates
Sample a range of local ales and craft beers at the Keswick Beer Festival, one of the most popular summer food and drink events in the Lake District.
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Sat 6th Jun - All day
and 1 future dates
The Lake District Ultra Challenge is a renowned endurance event offering participants the choice of a 25km, 50km, or 100km continuous trek through the stunning Lake District National Park.
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Sat 6th Jun - All day
Traditional country show celebrating farming and rural life. A fun day out for all the family.
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Fri 12th Jun - All day
and 2 future dates
The Great North Swim is the UK's biggest open water swimming event, held in the stunning Lake Windermere.
Sun 14th Jun - All day
The friendliest and most beautiful UK marathon
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Sun 14th Jun - All day
The Windermere Marathon is a challenging road race held annually in the Lake District, offering runners a scenic but demanding course around England's largest lake.
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Sat 20th Jun - All day
Chillswim Coniston End to End is a popular open water swimming event held in Coniston Water, one of the Lake District's most beautiful lakes.
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Sun 21st Jun - All day
We highly recommend the Lakes Charity Classic Vehicle show if you're a motor enthusiast holidaying in the Lake District. This much-loved event attracts more than 2,000 visitors and showcases an impressive collection of classic and vintage vehicles in a relaxed and family friendly setting.
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July 2026
Sat 11th Jul - All day
The Lakeland Trails Ultra offers a variety of trail running events in the Lake District, including 100k, 55k, 23k, and 14k distances.
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Sat 18th Jul - 12:00am
The Penrith Agricultural Show has been a staple of The Lake District event calendar since 1834. The event brings together farmers, producers, craftspeople and the wider community. It showcases the unique rural culture of Cumbria.
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Fri 24th Jul - All day
and 2 future dates
The Montane Lakeland 50 & 100 is considered the UK's premier ultra trail race.
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Thu 30th Jul - All day
Ambleside Sports is a traditional Lakeland sports event held annually in Ambleside, offering a unique and exciting day out for spectators of all ages.
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August 2026
Wed 5th Aug - All day
Traditional agricultural show on the edge of the Lake District. A fun-filled day out for all the family.
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Thu 13th Aug - All day
The Rydal Show, held annually in the heart of the Lake District, is a traditional agricultural show offering a fantastic day out for all the family.
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Thu 13th Aug - All day
Longstanding event offering an insight into Lake District farming heritage. A celebration of working dogs and countryside skills.
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Sun 30th Aug - All day
Grasmere Sports, held annually in Grasmere, is a traditional Lakeland sporting event steeped in history, offering a unique and exhilarating experience for participants and spectators alike.
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September 2026
Wed 9th Sep - All day
and 1 future dates
The Westmorland County Show is one of the UK’s most-loved agricultural shows, celebrating Cumbrian heritage, farming, food and rural life.
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Fri 25th Sep - All day
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The 13 Valleys Ultra is a challenging trail running event held in the Lake District, offering five distances: 120km, 70km, 55km, 35km and 20km.
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October 2026
Sat 10th Oct - All day
The Lakes in a Day Ultra Run is a long-distance trail running challenge that traverses the stunning landscapes of the Lake District National Park.
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November 2026
Thu 19th Nov - 12:00am
and 3 future dates
The Kendal Mountain Festival is one of the world’s leading outdoor and adventure festivals, celebrating the great outdoors through powerful storytelling, film, culture and live experiences.
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