Explore the Lake District
Perhaps the UK's most famous and popular national park, the Lake District is a haven for anyone wanting to get active in the outdoors. Its rugged mountains and steep fells are tailor-made for running, hiking and mountain biking, while its eponymous glacial lakes attract swimmers, kayakers and paddle-boarders. From mass-participation events like the Keswick Mountain Festival to more niche occurrences like attempts at the Bob Graham Round, the Lakes are certain to have something that catches your eye.
Events in the Lake District
Explore the full range of outdoor events in this dramatic landscape.
- Fri 15 - Sun 17 May 2026
- £30
- Early bird
Keswick Mountain Festival
The UK's top outdoor sports festival! Incredible entertainment, sports events, speakers, live music, activities, brand expo, bars, food, drink and much more.
Early bird on now
- 5K run 2
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- 50K ultra run
- Fell run
- + 12 more races
- Sat 30 - Sun 31 May 2026
- FREE-£85
Lake District Running Festival
50 years of Lake District running in one unforgettable weekend! Trail runners, fell runners, orienteers and walkers of all abilities in an iconic location with family-friendly activities and more.
- Sprint orienteer
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Trail run
- Marathon
- + 2 more races
- Sat 6 Jun 2026
- £20-£25
- 30% off
Mighty Hikes | Lake District
Follow the spectacular Ullswater Way through the heart of the Lake District, hiking lakeside trails and climbing Gowbarrow Fell to enjoy breathtaking views, all to support people living with cancer.
30% off with discount code
- Hike 2
- Fri 12 - Sun 14 Jun 2026
- £20-£105
- Early bird
Arla Great North Swim
The UK's biggest open water swimming event providing a fantastic opportunity for families, individuals, experienced and beginner swimmers to enjoy the open water.
Early bird on now
- Lake swim 6
- Sat 13 Jun 2026
- £210-£220
Rat Race | The Wall
Run or hike the UK's most iconic ultramarathon and conquer 70 miles in 26 hours over a fully waymarked journey through Hadrian's Wall country. Ideal first ultra.
- 70 miles trail running + 3460 ft ascent
- Sat 13 Jun 2026
- £30-£400
- 50% off
Race The Sun Lake District Off-Road
Ride, hike and kayak in the heart of the Lake District. Conquer Coniston’s off-road terrain at Race the Sun 2026 and support Action Medical Research.
Exclusive 50% discount applied
- 23 miles mountain biking
- 2.5 miles hiking + 803 m ascent
- 2 miles kayaking
- Sat 4 Jul 2026
- £49-£395
- 20% off
Pedal Paddle Peak | Lake District
Grab a teammate and head to the Lake District to Pedal, Paddle, Peak and Party on this full-day, multi-activity challenge.
20% off with code
- 34 km road cycling
- 3 km canoeing
- 17 km hiking
- Sat 5 Sep 2026
- £215-£260
THE ROC ENGLAND
Face up to the mountain in one of Europe's most inspiring locations. From Windermere to Coniston to summit England's highest mountain, if you love a tough and rewarding challenge - you'll thrive.
- 1.5 km lake swimming
- 92 km road cycling
- 18.5 km multi terrain running
- Sat 5 Sep 2026
- £30-£400
- 50% off
Race The Sun Lake District
Climb, ride and paddle your way across the Lake District. Join Race The Sun Lake District 2026 for a full-day challenge in aid of Action Medical Research.
Exclusive 50% discount applied
- 34 miles road cycling
- 10.5 miles hiking
- 2 miles kayaking
Clubs in the Lake District
Join a running, cycling, swimming or triathlon club based in the Lakes.