11 upcoming events in Keswick - The Lake District
September 2026
Helvellyn Triathlon 2026
Iconic Lake District triathlon featuring a 1.5km swim in Ullswater, 59km cycle including the famous Struggle climb, and a 15km off-road run up Helvellyn. Individual, aquabike and relay options available.
October 2026
Octoberfest Langdale Valley
Beer festival in the Langdale Valley near Keswick featuring local breweries, live music and food vendors, raising money for local charities.
Halloween Half-Term Experience at Brockhole
Half-term Halloween event at Brockhole on Windermere with storytelling, live owl encounters, science shows and a magic performance.
Keswick Ghost Walk (Halloween)
Guided evening ghost walk through Keswick's cobbled streets starting and ending at Moot Hall, with two special walks on Halloween night.
November 2026
Swinside Inn Fireworks Night
Bonfire Night fireworks display at the Swinside Inn in the Newlands Valley near Keswick, with a marquee serving hot food and mulled wine.
A Christmas Carol
Theatre by the Lake's festive production of Charles Dickens' classic Christmas tale in Keswick.
World's Biggest Liar Competition
Annual tall-tales storytelling contest held at the Bridge Inn, Santon Bridge, near Wasdale in the Lake District.
Keswick Christmas Lights Switch-On
Festive lights switch-on event in Keswick's Packhorse Court and Market Square with a food and gift fair running throughout the day.
December 2026
Keswick Victorian Fayre
Victorian-themed Christmas market in Keswick's Market Place and Packhorse Court with over 30 charity stalls, a children's funfair and live entertainment.
Keswick Victorian Fayre 2026
Keswick's Victorian-themed Christmas street market in the Market Square with stalls, live entertainment and a children's funfair.
March 2027
Words by the Water Literary Festival
Literary festival at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick featuring talks and workshops from award-winning writers and famous names.