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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May 2026
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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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.
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Sun 19th Jul - 10:00am
This much-loved agricultural event is one of the standout dates in the Lake District events calendar.
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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 16th Aug - All day
The Lakeland Country Fair is a traditional country show that takes place every August. Enjoy a day of fun and laughter in the great outdoors.
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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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Sat 12th Sep - All day
and 1 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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Sat 19th Sep - All day
The Maverick Lakes Osprey is a trail running event in the Lake District, starting and finishing at Grasmere Lakeland Sports & Show.
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Fri 25th Sep - All day
and 2 future dates
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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Sat 26th Sep - All day
The Kendal Torchlight Carnival is a free community event celebrating Kendal's creative spirit.
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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.
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Sat 21st Nov - All day
The Ambleside Lights Festival is an annual event that transforms the charming town of Ambleside into a winter wonderland.
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July 2027
Sat 3rd Jul - 12:33pm
The second day of the Tour De France 2027 Grand Départ will be going through the Lake District - and past our front door at Skelwith Fold!
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