Discover what's on in the Lake District and Cumbria

Step aboard the La'al Ratty for an evening train ride through the beautiful landscape of the Western Lake District. Your ticket covers a round trip, starting at Ravenglass station, with pie and mash served upon arrival at Dalegarth station in Eskdale. Please note that a diesel locomotive is used for this journey.

The annual celebration of rural life, food, fun, masquerade, and fire in Penrith. The magical torchlight procession is a highlight and rounds off a day of music, masquerade and magical carnivalesque goings on.

Do you dare explore Carlisle Castle in the dark? Guided by storytellers, you will go on a journey through the past, with tales of ghosts, supernatural sightings and horrors from history. Spine-tingling tours throughout the evening. Over 16s only.

Author Christopher Vine returns with a ‘behind the scenes’ visit to the railway, see the steam engine running shed, engineering workshop and signal box. Learn how a steam engine operates and enjoy a trip up the sidings on the footplate. Listen to Chris read his story ‘The Ghost Train’.

Watching the Bitts Park Fireshow from the Lookout, seeing the fireworks rise up above the castle. No wellies required! Bonfire classic food and hot chocolate included in your ticket.

New for 2024, the Taste Cumbria market will be in the heart of Carlisle, celebrating the best of Cumbrian food & drink. The market coincides with the city’s fabulous Fireshow weekend. Eat, drink, shop, and watch the fireworks in Bitts Park on the Saturday night.

Witness the magic of sunrise over one of England’s most beautiful lakes. Capture the serene Ullswater landscape bathed in warm hues—the perfect opportunity for photographers and nature lovers alike.

Penrith's annual Christmas lights switch on, with street acts, live bands, facepainting, food & drink and the much-loved tractor parade.

Starting from Carlisle, the heritage diesel locomotive will travel along the iconic Settle-Carlisle line, picking up passengers at Carlisle, Appleby, Kirkby Stephen, Settle, Hellifield and Clitheroe.  Get into the Christmas spirit on this Christmas Markets special, with festive treats, and a chance to visit the first week of the Chester Christmas markets.

Local community groups, schools and performers will take to the stage for an afternoon of free entertainment.

Free entry into Rose Castle's first ever Christmas Market. Festive foods and drinks, Christmas Gifts and so much more!

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.

A spectacular Christmas celebration with G4. Mesmerising harmonies, beautifully-blended voices and impeccable showmanship in an idyllic festive setting.

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!

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.

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 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.

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.