arts & culture...
The mix of cultural events in Cumbria will make visiting a vibrant experience. We have a fantastic range of festivals, exhibitions and events which enhance our natural surroundings.
Spring highlights include, on the evening of 13 March,
a spectacular line of light along Hadrian's Wall from coast to coast:
Illuminating Hadrian's Wall
and a very special celebration event in Carlisle City Centre to welcome the light to Cumbria:
Welcoming the Light
Basil Beattie
Paintings from the Janus series II 2010 at Abbot Hall, Kendal, 22 January - 6 March.
Janus being the Roman god of doorways, passages, bridges, beginnings and endings, depicted as looking forward as well as back is an apt start to Abbot Hall's new year as the Gallery looks to the future.
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Free tickets for under 26's at Theatre by the Lake.
Highlights
9th Upfront Artists Open Exhibition
Featuring 2D Work by Cumbrian artists, selected by an independent panel of judges, this annual prestigious exhibition is now in it's 9th year and showcases the wealth of artistic talent within the county.
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Courtney Pine
World famous saxophonist fusing hip-hop jazz and groove, Courtney Pine is credited with transforming the face of contemporary British Jazz. He is revered across the world for his innovative style.
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The Keswick Film Festival
Runs from 25-28 February. Now in its 11th year, it brings big name films and world famous directors to the Lake District and wows locals with an ambitious line up of international titles.
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Sedbergh Book Town Buzz
Throughout the weekend of 12 - 14 of Feb, Sedbergh sees entertaining events and creative workshops that are designed to encourage children, young people and parents to read and write more.
Arts & cultural events in the Lake District
Cumbria, the happening place to be
Immerse yourself in the real culture of the Lake District. There's plenty going on so come and take a stroll through a stunning landscape of events.
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Throwing a new light on Hadrian's Wall...
More details on the once in a lifetime illumination of Hadrian's Wall can be found here
Inspirational events
World class street arts events in the spectacular Cumbrian landscape, with its flagship event, Mintfest.
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Short films and footage
Filmed locally and starring local people, Accelerate was made by Northern Soul Productions to celebrate Keswick Film Festival's 10th birthday:
Accelerate
World-class performance and arts events in the spectacular landscapes of Cumbria, the Lake District:
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