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Monday Evening Yoga | The Suite Studio Bolton-le-SandsLancaster9 datesMonday Evening Yoga | The Suite Studio Bolton-le-SandsTonight · 6pm · 97A Main RdKevin )'Connor: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow - Free Lunchtime TalkCarlisleKevin )'Connor: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow - Free Lunchtime TalkTomorrow · 1pm · Tullie - Museum & GalleryThe Snuff Bar QuizKendal10 datesThe Snuff Bar QuizTomorrow · 7pm · The Snuff Bar, 14 Kent St KendalMeet Me at the Museum Carlisle6 datesMeet Me at the Museum Wed 4 Nov · 1:30pm · Tullie - Museum & GalleryExclusive Heritage Boat TripWindermereExclusive Heritage Boat TripUntil 1 Jan 2027 · Windermere Jetty Museum - Stories of boats and steamThursday Morning Express Yoga | The Studio WCF KendalKendal7 datesThursday Morning Express Yoga | The Studio WCF KendalThu 5 Nov · 7:15am · The Studio at WCFEmbodied: The Making of a Windermere SkiffWindermereEmbodied: The Making of a Windermere SkiffUntil 14 Feb 2027 · Windermere Jetty Museum - Stories of boats and steamPub Quiz – Every Thursday at 7:30PMKendalPub Quiz – Every Thursday at 7:30PMThu 5 Nov · 7:30pm · The Barrel HouseAnnemarie QuinnAmblesideAnnemarie QuinnThu 5 Nov · 8pm · The Unicorn AmblesideHolker Winter MarketGrange-over-SandsHolker Winter MarketFri 6 Nov · 10am · Holker HallWhat Would Dolly Do? Country Clubnight | LancasterLancasterWhat Would Dolly Do? Country Clubnight | LancasterFri 6 Nov · 7pm · KanteenaCarnforthTuesday Night Yoga | Enclave WellnessTomorrow · 6:15pm · Enclave Health and Wellness
Free comedy workshops: Morecambe Comedy FestivalLancaster3 datesFree comedy workshops: Morecambe Comedy FestivalTonight · 7pm · West End PlayhouseTullie Street MuseumCarlisleTullie Street MuseumUntil 22 Nov · Tullie - Museum & GalleryKendal Mountain Festival ExhibitionKendalKendal Mountain Festival ExhibitionWed 4 Nov · 12pm · Brewery ArtsEmbodied Movement WorkshopWindermereEmbodied Movement WorkshopWed 4 Nov · 6:30pm · Windermere Jetty Museum - Stories of boats and steamSwig & Solve: The Lost Treasure | CarlisleCarlisleSwig & Solve: The Lost Treasure | CarlisleWed 4 Nov · 7pm · Crown Lane CellarLittle ExplorersCarlisle14 datesLittle ExplorersThu 5 Nov · 11am · Tullie - Museum & GalleryPhil Ellis 'Bath Mat'CarlislePhil Ellis 'Bath Mat'Thu 5 Nov · 7:30pm · Old Fire StationFerocious DogKendalFerocious DogThu 5 Nov · 7:30pm · Brewery ArtsM H Baillie Scott: Architect & DesignerWindermereM H Baillie Scott: Architect & DesignerUntil 6 Mar 2027 · Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts houseStout Wars 2026KendalStout Wars 2026Fri 6 Nov · 12pm · KendalELF JAW (Album Launch) + Bailey Moore + Deadly Pylons + birdseedCarlisleELF JAW (Album Launch) + Bailey Moore + Deadly Pylons + birdseedFri 6 Nov · 7pm · The SourceKendalMick McConnell & Blue Thunder at THIRTEEN, KendalThu 5 Nov · 6pm · THIRTEEN
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What's on in the Lake District this weekend?

Nowt On lists live events across Kendal, Windermere, Ambleside, Keswick, Penrith and the wider Cumbria area, updated daily. Browse the poster wall or open the map to see everything on this weekend, from gigs and markets to quiz nights and food pop-ups.

Where can I find live music and gigs in Kendal?

Kendal has a lively local music scene, with regular gigs at pubs, arts venues and community spaces. Nowt On pulls together live music listings across Kendal and the rest of Cumbria so you can see what's on tonight and in the weeks ahead in one place.

Are there pub quizzes or quiz nights on near me in Cumbria?

Yes. Weekly pub quizzes and quiz nights across Cumbria are listed on Nowt On alongside gigs, comedy, workshops and markets. Filter by town or date to find a quiz night near you this week.

What food events, pop-ups and markets are on in the Lakes?

Food pop-ups, street food events, farmers markets, supper clubs and brewery tap takeovers are all listed on Nowt On. Open the map or pick your town to find food and drink events happening nearby across the Lake District and Cumbria.

Which areas does Nowt On cover?

Nowt On covers Kendal, Windermere, Ambleside, Keswick and Penrith, plus the rest of Cumbria and the Lake District, from Carlisle down to Millom. More towns get added as we grow.

Can I list my event on Nowt On for free?

Yes, listing your event is free. DM your poster to @nowtonevents on Instagram, link your website or Facebook page, or use the quick manual form. We especially love the smaller local events: quiz nights, open mics, acoustic sessions, markets and pop-ups.

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