18 upcoming events in Carlisle
June 2026
The Side Quest - Artist Alley
An artist alley and pop culture event held at Carlisle Market Hall.
The Play Zone at Tullie
A family-friendly interactive play exhibition at Tullie museum in Carlisle.
Tick Tock Marvels: The Playful World of Automata
A summer exhibition of mechanical automata at Tullie museum and art gallery in Carlisle.
Free Organ Recital with Edward Taylor
A free lunchtime organ recital performed by Edward Taylor at Carlisle Cathedral.
The Pantaloons: Sherlock Holmes and The Hound of the Baskervilles
An open-air, family-friendly comedy adaptation of the Conan Doyle classic performed by The Pantaloons at Talkin Tarn Country Park near Carlisle.
The Almanac Returns 'Summer Notes'
A musical performance event held at Carlisle Cathedral.
Cumbria Diversity Carnival 2026
A community carnival parade from the Old Fire Station through Carlisle city centre to Bitts Park, celebrating the area's diverse cultures.
Carlisle Bell & Cumberland Plate Day
A flat racing day at Carlisle Racecourse featuring the Carlisle Bell, the world's oldest sporting trophy first contested in 1599.
Zog
A family stage show based on Julia Donaldson's children's book Zog at the Sands Centre, Carlisle.
July 2026
An Evening of Burlesque
A touring burlesque variety show at the Sands Centre, Carlisle.
Caledonia Park Ladies Night
An evening flat racing fixture and entertainment night at Carlisle Racecourse.
Burn the Floor: Nikita Kuzmin – Supernova
A live dance show featuring Strictly star Nikita Kuzmin at the Sands Centre, Carlisle.
PRISM 2026
An exhibition held at Tullie museum and art gallery on Castle Street, Carlisle.
August 2026
Carlisle Youth Zone Raceday
An afternoon flat racing fixture at Carlisle Racecourse supporting Carlisle Youth Zone.
September 2026
Andersons Flat Season Finale
The final flat racing fixture of the season at Carlisle Racecourse.
October 2026
Carlisle Rock Rhythm & Blues Festival 2026
An annual weekend festival of rock, rhythm and blues music held in Carlisle.
Northern Quilts
A textile and quilting exhibition at Tullie museum in Carlisle.
Jump Season Opener
The opening day of the jump racing season at Carlisle Racecourse.