What's on in the Lake District: March 2026

Whether you’re coming to admire the daffodils in the Lake District, enjoy a refreshing stroll through the fells, or simply take in the views in one of the many pubs, the month of March is a wonderful time to visit the Lake District. The events start to pick up a little, as well, with the Keswick Film Festival taking place, as well as Words on the Water at the Theatre by the Lake. Whatever you are doing, be sure to plan for all weathers as you will likely experience multiple seasons in one day!

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South Cumbria Music Festival

south cumbria music festival

The South Cumbria Music Festival takes place at the Coronation Hall in Ulverston. This is an event for musicians to perform and play together. For more information, please visit their official website.

Words by the Water at the Theatre by the Lake

words by the water keswick

The annual Words by the Water is taking place at the Theatre by the Lake and will celebrate local writers with writing workshops taking place, along with competitions for young writers. Check out the line-up of events and speakers on the official website.

Keswick Film Festival

keswick film festival

The Keswick Film Festival is taking place from 19 March to 22 March, 2026. Check out the full programme on the official site, including a fantastic line-up of short films, along with ticket information, timing, etc.

Easter at Muncaster Castle

muncaster castle easter

Muncaster Castle’s Easter celebrations include Easter themed activities, including an egg hunt, Easter trail, and a protect the egg challenge where you had to build something to protect an egg and then drop it from a height.

Previous Events

Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at Muncaster Castle

Mother’s Day Castle Afternoon Tea

Muncaster Castle has offered a Mother's Day afternoon tea in past years with tea, scones, finger sandwiches, and cakes - perfect for spoiling your mum on Mother's Day.

Mother’s Day at Walby Farm Park

walby farm park

Walby Farm Park usually offers mothers free entry with an accompanied child on Mother's Day. Activities at the farm include meeting the animals, indoor soft play fun, a café with snacks and drinks, and plenty more where that came from.

Spring Early Bird Photography Cruise on the Ullswater Steamers

ullswater steamers

The Ullswater Steamers have offered a Spring Early Bird Photography Cruise in past years with a professional photographer. The cruise took place from 5.45am to 8.45am and departed from Glenridding Pier.