8 upcoming events in Carlisle
July 2026
Gadabout Music Festival
A family-friendly independent music festival at High Hall Farm near Carlisle featuring live bands, street food, yoga workshops and camping in the Cumbrian countryside.
August 2026
Taste Cumbria: Taste of the Sea
A weekend food festival at Maryport near Carlisle celebrating Cumbrian seafood, local produce and craft drinks with live music and family entertainment.
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.
Carlisle Beer and Cider Festival 2026
Cumbria's premier CAMRA real ale and cider celebration at the Station Hotel, featuring over 50 cask ales and ciders from around 35 breweries. Entry is £3 for CAMRA members, £5 for non-members, with food served until 8.30pm.