What's On in Cumbria

Mini Trek Windermere

Venue: Zip World

Address: Windermere, Westmorland and Furness, LA23 1LJ

Website: https://www.zipworld.co.uk/adventures/mini-trek-windermere

A treetop high-ropes course for the adventurous. Zips, floating platforms, rope bridges… there’ll be plenty for them to get stuck into whilst surrounded by nature. Get them up, out and moving on this...

Tent Club

Venue: Rosehill

Address: Moresby, Whitehaven, CA28 6SE

Website: https://www.rosehilltheatre.co.uk/whats-on/tent-club

3.30pm. Welcome to Tent Club! Here, you can build the most elaborate den you can imagine, create a revolutionary masterpiece, all while making new friends. Tent Club is your space to explore new ideas,...

Ocean Art Adventure: Crafts, Games & Sea Art

Venue: Beacon Museum

Address: West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY

Website: https://thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk/whats-on/beakid/

Join us this May for a fun and creative hands-on session exploring the impact of plastic pollution and how we can protect our seas. Learn about marine pollution, create a driftwood fish mobile, make a...

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

Venue: The Coro

Address: County Square, Ulverston, LA12 7LZ

Website: https://www.thecoro.co.uk/event/the-tiger-who-came-to-tea-2/

A musical play adapted and directed by David Wood, based on the book by Judith Kerr. Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour. The...

Gaby Gulliver’s Travels

Venue: Heron Theatre

Address: Stanley Street, Milnthorpe, LA7 7AS

Website: https://theherontheatre.com/whats-on/gaby-gullivers-travels/

A family shadow theatre show for adults and children. Indigo Moon Theatre celebrates the 2026 tricentennial of the publishing of Jonathan Swift’s famous story. Set in the present day, Gaby Gulliver,...

Matilda's Tea Party & Family Film Screening

Venue: Rosehill

Address: Moresby, Whitehaven, CA28 6SE

Website: https://www.rosehilltheatre.co.uk/whats-on/matildas-tea-party-family-film-screening

12pm. Step into the whimsical world of Matilda with a magical family-friendly tea party and film screening! Join us at Rosehill for a themed tea party inspired by Roald Dahl’s cheeky, book-loving heroine....

Make + Create Sundays

Venue: Tullie

Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP

Website: https://tullie.org.uk/events/make-create-sundays/var/ri-9.l-L1/

Come along and get creative with us in our new monthly sessions. From now on, the fourth Sunday of the month is a Make + Create day. Enjoy our new City Hall Studio and try out some arty, crafty activities....

Zog

Venue: The Sands Centre

Address: Carlisle, CA1 1JQ

Website: https://betterboxoffice.co.uk/the-sands-centre/whats-on/zog

Based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Large in size and keen in nature, Zog is eager to win a golden star at Madam Dragon’s school, where dragons learn all the things that dragons...

Party in the Park

Venue: Vulcan Park

Address: 14 Park Ln, Workington CA14 2QA

Website: https://www.facebook.com/workingtontowncouncil/posts/1330402369233014/

Join us as we take over Vulcan Park with live music, performances, fun activities, food stall and excitement. Follow “Workington Town Council” on Facebook to stay up to date.

Skelton Show

Venue: Old Park

Address: Hutton in the Forest near Penrith, CA11 9TH

Website: https://www.skeltonshow.com/

A great family day out in a picturesque location. 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 shows in Cumbria....

Decopatch

Venue: Rheged

Address: Redhills, Penrith, CA11 0DQ

Website: https://rheged.com/event/decopatch-5/?date=20260712

We are delighted to introduce our Décopatch workshop. With a selection of items to choose from ranging from farm animals, unicorns, masks, letters and more plus beautifully designed paper just take a...

Foxy’s Adventure Golf

Venue: Foxy's Adventure Golf

Address: Penrith Golf Hub, Redhills, Penrith, CA11 0DR

Website: https://foxysadventuregolf.co.uk/

Step into a world of excitement and adventure at Foxy’s 18-Hole Adventure Golf, where fun knows no bounds and every swing brings new thrills! Embark on an unforgettable journey through challenging obstacles...

Pets to Page: The Tale of Two Bad Mice

Venue: Hill Top and Hawkshead

Address: Near Sawrey, LA22 0LF

Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/hill-top/events/dc2d90be-f7de-47f0-8f58-057e281bb2b6?origin=search

10am to 5pm. Explore how Beatrix drew inspiration for her tales from the pets and people in her life. Beatrix’s manuscript for 'The Tale of Two Bad Mice' (1904), her sketches, finalised artworks and...

Tent Club

Venue: Rosehill

Address: Moresby, Whitehaven, CA28 6SE

Website: https://www.rosehilltheatre.co.uk/whats-on/tent-club

3.30pm. Welcome to Tent Club! Here, you can build the most elaborate den you can imagine, create a revolutionary masterpiece, all while making new friends. Tent Club is your space to explore new ideas,...

Appleby Carnival

Venue: King George V Playing Field

Address: Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6QU

Website: https://www.visiteden.co.uk/whats-on/july-2026/appleby-carnival/

After seven years Appleby Carnival is back for 2026! You’ll experience a Carnival Parade with Walking Groups, Decorated Floats, Vintage Vehicles and more. Entertainment is planned for all ages. There...

The Three Musketeers

Venue: The Lingholm Estate

Address: Portinscale, Keswick, CA12 5TZ

Website: https://www.ticketsource.com/illyria/t-vxxverl

All for One - and One for All! Young D’Artagnan is desperate to join Athos, Porthos and Aramis as an elite Musketeer of the King’s Guard. To prove himself he plunges headlong into a thrilling adventure...

King Arthur and the Holy Fail

Venue: Lowther Castle

Address: Penrith, CA10 2HH

Website: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/king-arthur-and-the-holy-fail-at-lowther-castle-gardens-tickets-1983079803074?aff=oddtdtcreator

6 to 8pm. The Three Inch Fools present an epic tale of Arthurian adventure and medieval mayhem. In a land of daring quests, dashing knights, and endless jousting, there lived a would-be hero - waiting...

Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit

Venue: The Victoria Wood Theatre

Address: Crag Brow, Windermere, LA23 3BX

Website: https://worldofbeatrixpotter.com/events/happy-birthday-peter-rabbit

A hippity-hoppity musical adventure for the whole family. Take your seats and join the fun as Peter Rabbit and his friends hop from page to stage in a delightful musical spectacular! With beautiful puppets...

Harrington Hermit Crabs Wildlife Watch Group

Venue: Harrington Marina

Address: Quay Street, Workington, CA14 5QL

Website: https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/events/2026-07-18-harrington-hermit-crabs-wildlife-watch-group

10.30am to 12pm. Wildlife Watch is an inspiring group for 5–15-year-olds. They will get out onto the beach and into the forests, to experiencing nature and getting first-hand natural experiences with...

Penrith Show

Venue: Brougham Hall Farm

Address: Penrith, CA10 2DE

Website: https://penrithshow.co.uk/

The Penrith Agricultural Society held the first Penrith Show in 1834. The Show is now held on the 3rd Saturday in July. The show has gathered momentum in recent years with a wide range of competition classes...

Silloth Vintage Rally

Venue: Silloth Green

Website: https://www.vintagerally.co.uk/

Silloth-on-Solway Vintage Rally is a fantastic two-day event which takes place on Silloth Green, each year. There is something for all the family and the event is free of charge, making this a really popular...

Scrap-tastic Sundays

Venue: Tullie

Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP

Website: https://tullie.org.uk/events/scrap-tastic-sundays/

1 to 4pm. Get creative during our Scrap-tastic Sundays, our weekly family junk modelling sessions running throughout the summer! Transform everyday materials destined for recycling into imaginative creations,...

Summer of Play Teddy bears picnic

Venue: Wordsworth House and Garden

Address: Main Street, Cockermouth, CA13 9RX

Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/wordsworth-house-and-garden/events/33dc6bd4-ee39-4a8f-95cc-39f094d154ca?origin=search

10.30am to 3.30pm. Borrow a picnic set, bring along your favourite toy and snacks, and find the perfect picnic spot in our hidden walled garden, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy time in nature, so bring...

The Jungle Book

Venue: Levens Hall

Address: Kendal, LA8 0PD

Website: https://www.levenshall.co.uk/DB/whats-on-2/the-jungle-book

Immersion Theatre are thrilled to bring their trademark energy to their wildly entertaining musical adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling family favourite, The Jungle Book! Filled with original music, audience...

Bubbleology with Ray Bubbles

Venue: Tullie

Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP

Website: https://tullie.org.uk/events/bubbleology-with-ray-bubbles/

Ray Bubbles, International Bubbleologist and World Record Holder, is on a mission to master the art of bubble-making and create the ultimate square bubble! This show promises a whirlwind of excitement...

Drop-in Family Crafts

Venue: Tullie

Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP

Website: https://tullie.org.uk/events/drop-in-family-crafts/

1 to 4pm. Create your own simple moving toys inspired by the playful mechanics of our automata exhibition. With easy, family-friendly activities to enjoy together, it’s the perfect way to tinker, make,...

Summer of Play Trail

Venue: Whitehaven Coast

Address: Haig Pit Car Park, Solway Road, Whitehaven, CA28 9BG

Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/whitehaven-coast/events/0e45b0c9-4086-4f21-844e-cd3bf81fd56d?origin=search

12 to 4pm. Bring the whole family and join in a free and easy day of fun with balance bikes, volleyball, badminton, sack races and more. Why not bring a picnic and enjoy the views or take a walk through...

Wildlife Kids’ Club

Venue: Cold Springs Community Nature Reserve

Address: Penrith, CA11 8EY

Website: https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/events/2026-07-21-wildlife-kids-club-cold-springs-community-nature-reserve

10 to 11.30am. School holiday nature-based outdoor sessions for your little ones. For anyone aged 5 to 10 years, come along and discover our wildlife garden through nature themed play and crafts. Parents...

Glass Fusing for Kids

Venue: Beacon Museum

Address: West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY

Website: https://thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk/whats-on/glass-work-for-kids/

11am and 1pm. Make a bowl or wall hanging in this glass fusing class with Roxanne Denny of RD Glass. Have fun trying something new and enjoy being creative with hands on help and the freedom to create...

SumArt To Do - Summer Bunting

Venue: Rosehill

Address: Moresby, Whitehaven, CA28 6SE

Website: https://www.rosehilltheatre.co.uk/whats-on/sumart-to-do-summer-bunting

1pm. School’s out for summer, so why not get creative and make your very own bunting to brighten up your home, garden, bedroom, or favourite space? Design it your way - bold and colourful, bright and...

Tullie’s Story Suitcase

Venue: Tullie

Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP

Website: https://tullie.org.uk/events/tullies-story-suitcase/

11 to 11.30pm. Join one of our friendly museum storytellers for a playful, interactive session where a brand-new tale is crafted each week. Unpack an adventure using curious mystery objects from the case...

Pet Encounter – Mini Beasts

Venue: Beacon Museum

Address: West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY

Website: https://thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk/whats-on/pet-encounters-mini-bugs/

11am, 1pm, 3pm (1-hour sessions). Discover the amazing world of tiny creatures in this hands-on adventure! Perfect for all ages. You’ll meet fascinating bugs, learn fun facts, and leave with a smile...

A Tribute To Ms Rachel

Venue: Carnegie Theatre

Address: Finkle Street, Workington, CA14 2BD

Website: https://carnegietheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873660238?_ga=2.114193671.1034738768.1778571997-346795127.1774979273&_gl=1*gu4of1*_ga*MzQ2Nzk1MTI3LjE3NzQ5NzkyNzM.*_ga_JYL8M5HHB6*czE3Nzg1NzE5OTYkbzMkZzAkdDE3Nzg1NzE5OTYkajYwJGwwJGgw

A Must-See Live Show for Little Ones! The UK’s Ultimate Tribute to the Global Sensation…Ms Rachel! Get ready for giggles, singing, dancing, and non-stop fun as the magic of Ms Rachel comes to life...

Loose Parts Play

Venue: Tullie

Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP

Website: https://tullie.org.uk/events/loose-parts-play/

1 to 4pm. Come and explore the joyful possibilities of creative, exploratory loose parts play. Choose what to play, how to play, and which materials to use – it’s all up to you. There’s no right...

Flores de Chevalerie – Medieval Combat Tournament

Venue: Greystoke Castle

Address: Penrith, CA11 0TG

Website: https://www.greystokecastle.co.uk/whats-on/

Step back in time and experience the thrill of a 13th century tournament at the historic Greystoke Castle. Our skilled combatants train in authentic medieval martial arts, bringing you an action-packed...

Norman Re-Enactment Weekend

Venue: Appleby Castle

Address: Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6XH

Website: https://www.applebycastle.org/events/

Step back almost 1,00 years into a world of the Normans as the Iron Shepherds Living History Group bring the early 1100s vividly to life inside the historic ground of Appleby Castle. See Norman warriors...

Parton Porpoises Wildlife Watch Group

Venue: Parton Beach

Address: Parton, Near Whitehaven, CA28 6NY

Website: https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/events/2026-07-25-parton-porpoises-wildlife-watch-group

10.30am to 12pm. Wildlife Watch is an inspiring group for 5–15-year-olds. They will get out onto the beach and into the forests, to experiencing nature and getting first-hand natural experiences with...

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

Venue: The Sands Centre

Address: Carlisle, CA1 1JQ

Website: https://betterboxoffice.co.uk/the-sands-centre/whats-on/the-tiger-who-came-to-tea

Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly...

Westmorland Dales Festival

Venue: Kirkby Stephen

Website: https://www.westmorlanddalesfestival.org/

Get set for the usual packed programme of exploration, activities and entertainment for all, with some special events in store too. This year we're celebrating our 10th anniversary too, so don't miss out...

It’s Not Rocket Science!

Venue: Beacon Museum

Address: West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY

Website: https://thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk/whats-on/beakid-its-not-rocket-science/

11am & 2pm. Join the Beacon Rocket Scientists as they defy gravity and shoot rockets in to ‘space’. Young explorers will help our ‘astronauts’ land safely by making your own mini parachute, then...

Ministry of Science

Venue: The Sands Centre

Address: Carlisle, CA1 1JQ

Website: https://betterboxoffice.co.uk/the-sands-centre/whats-on/ministry-of-science-c80e9f03-1d31-48fe-90d5-f874941a73c7

Direct from London’s West End. Over the last few years Science has led the way in getting our lives back to normal. Now, the UK’s favourite science team are back and more explosive than ever! Join...

As You Like It

Venue: Levens Hall

Address: Kendal, LA8 0PD

Website: http://www.handlebards.com/show/As-You-Like-It-Levens-Hall/

Pedalling from venue to venue with all their set, props and costumes on the back of their bikes, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally...

Daffy Dill Interactive Magic & Bubble Show

Venue: Tullie

Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP

Website: https://tullie.org.uk/events/daffy-dill-interactive-magic-bubble-show/

Daffy Dill is a fun, energetic and highly experienced children’s entertainer who has been bringing laughter, magic and mayhem to family audiences for many years. With a unique mix of comedy magic, audience...

Make and Play: Summer Party

Venue: Wordsworth Grasmere

Address: Dove Cottage, Grasmere, LA22 9SH

Website: https://wordsworth.org.uk/event-directory/

Drop into our Learning Space for summer holiday Make and Play activities. Come and celebrate a sunny summer with crafts, games, printing and creative writing. Make and fly your own summer kite, create...

Pet Encounter – Reptiles

Venue: Beacon Museum

Address: West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY

Website: https://thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk/whats-on/pet-encounters-reptiles/

11am, 1pm & 3pm. Get up close with some amazing reptiles and discover the fascinating adaptions that help them survive and thrive. From scales and claws to camouflage and keen senses, these remarkable...

The Princess Proms

Venue: The Sands Centre

Address: Carlisle, CA1 1JQ

Website: https://betterboxoffice.co.uk/the-sands-centre/whats-on/the-princess-proms

We invite you to an enchanting concert, singing the most magical music in all of the land. Prepare for a show stopping performance as we pay tribute to the iconic, heartwarming and nostalgic songs from...

Pirate Extravaganza

Venue: Beacon Museum

Address: West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY

Website: https://thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk/whats-on/beakid-pirate-workshops/

11am & 2pm. Join us for an Arrghmazing Pirate Adventure at The Beacon Museum, packed with hands-on fun, creativity and discovery! Perfect for young adventurers, this exciting 90-minute session will transform...

Zoobidoo - The Zoo That Comes to You

Venue: Tullie

Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP

Website: https://tullie.org.uk/events/zoobidoo-the-zoo-that-comes-to-you-2/

Come and join us for some animal handling fun with the Zoobidoo Team. This interactive animal handling experience is perfect for all ages, bringing you up close with some fascinating Zoobidoo creatures....

Drawing with Lela

Venue: Abbot Hall

Address: Kendal, LA9 5AL

Website: https://lakelandarts.org.uk/events/drawing-with-lela/

Join local artist Lela Harris this summer for a weekly drawing workshop series designed especially for young artists aged 8 to 14. Taking inspiration from Harris’ work in Familial Traces, these relaxed,...

Pet Encounter – Amazon

Venue: Beacon Museum

Address: West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY

Website: https://thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk/whats-on/pet-encounter-amazon/

11AM, 1PM, 3PM. Discover the wonders of the Amazon in this up-close animal encounter! From curious frogs to colourful insects, discover the secret stars of the rainforest. Embark on an unforgettable Pet...

Family Automata Workshops

Venue: Tullie

Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP

Website: https://tullie.org.uk/events/family-automata-workshops/

10 to 11.30am. Dive a little deeper into the playful world of automata with this family workshop designed especially to give you the time, space and materials to really get creative. Learn a little more...

Family Fun Day

Venue: Penrith Town Centre

Website: https://www.facebook.com/penrithcumbria

10am to 4pm. As part of the Summer Saturday series of events, come along to our FREE Family Funday. More details as they’re released, follow Discover Penrith on Facebook to keep up to date.

Ford Park Birthday Bash

Venue: Ford Park

Address: Ford Park Crescent, Ulverston LA12 7JP

Website: https://www.ford-park.org.uk/event-details-registration/ford-park-birthday-bash

12 to 8pm. This August we’re throwing a Birthday Bash as the Ford Park Community Group turns 25. We’re celebrating 25 years of keeping Ford Park as a charity-run community park, and we’d love you...

Penrith Comic Con

Venue: Penrith Leisure Centre

Address: Southend Road, Penrith, CA11 8JH

Website: https://www.bolt-events.com/penrith-comic-con

A super fun family friendly event full of all things film, tv, comic con and toys, including loads of people in costume and much much more! Open 11am to 4pm. Come and spend the day immersed in Comic Con...

Mains Farm Music Festival 2026

Venue: Mains Farm Caravan Site

Address: Mains Farm, Kirkoswald, Penrith, CA10 1DH

Website: https://www.facebook.com/mainsfarmmusicfestival/

Mains Farm Music Festival will be back for 2026 and it’s going to be bigger than ever! The festival is very much a feel-good family vibe with live music, entertainment with food and drink supplied by...

Family Soundbath & Yoga

Venue: Tullie

Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP

Website: https://tullie.org.uk/events/family-soundbath-and-yoga-with-megan-from-activate-yoga/

Join Megan from Activate Yoga for a fun, relaxing experience for all ages, this family-friendly session blends 30 minutes of gentle yoga with 30 minutes of soothing sound healing. Designed for both adults...

Pinocchio

Venue: Lowther Castle

Address: Penrith, CA10 2HH

Website: https://www.ticketsource.com/illyria/t-njjoklz

5.30pm. Childless toymaker Geppetto buys a piece of wood to make a puppet – little realising the chaos he is about to unleash. The puppet yearns for adventure and runs away, but instead of excitement...

Penrith Streetfood Saturday

Venue: Penrith Town Centre

Website: https://www.facebook.com/penrithcumbria

11am to 5pm. This is the second of our Streetfood Saturdays over the summer. Come along and enjoy fantastic food.

Make and Play: Fairytales

Venue: Wordsworth Grasmere

Address: Dove Cottage, Grasmere, LA22 9SH

Website: https://wordsworth.org.uk/event-directory/

Explore the enchanted woods with William and Dorothy Wordsworth and get involved with crafts, printing and creative writing. Make a treasure map, build a pop-up world, tell a story with shadow puppets,...

Dinosaur Day

Venue: Penrith Town Centre

Website: https://www.facebook.com/penrithcumbria

10am to 4pm. The dinosaurs are back! Penrith BID are delighted to be bringing back Dinosaur Day again this year, even bigger and better. Follow Discover Penrith for more details as they’re released.

Silloth Carnival

Venue: Silloth Green

Website: https://www.facebook.com/sillothcarnival/

This annual event is open 11am to 5pm both days. Attractions include a funfair, craft and food stalls, live music, kids’ entertainment, face painting, a dog show on Sunday and much more. The carnival...

Maryport Mussels Wildlife Watch Group

Venue: Maryport Harbour

Address: Maryport, Cumbria

Website: https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/events/2026-09-04-maryport-mussels-wildlife-watch-group

4 to 5.30pm. Wildlife Watch is an inspiring group for 5–15-year-olds. They will get out onto the beach and into the forests, to experiencing nature and getting first-hand natural experiences with CWT...

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