Carlisle Carnivale
Created by Eden Arts, the team behind Winter Droving, Carlisle Carnivale brings some of the spirit and traditions of the long-running Penrith event into a new celebration created for Carlisle. WHAT TO EXPECT Mr Wilson’s Second Liners, LUXE, Dulce Duca, Logy Logan, Nula Hula, Paper Doll Militia, Good Mojo, Stephen Dunn, Matrix Circus and Ant […]
Solway Singers’ Autumn Concert: Mendelssohn’s Elijah
Mendelssohn’s Elijah is one of the great choral blockbusters! The story unfolds on a grand scale, brought vividly to life by inspired writing for soloists, chorus and organ. First performed in Birmingham Town Hall in August 1846, and conducted by Mendelssohn himself, Elijah was an immediate success and has remained at the heart of the […]
Swan Lake
Imperial Classical Ballet brings Swan Lake, with live orchestral accompaniment, to The Sands Centre, Carlisle, on Sunday 1 November 2026 at 7.30pm.
Findlay Napier
MG Alba Composer of the Year to release four new singles and a vinyl edition of acclaimed album Outsider ahead of a run of intimate England shows this November Findlay Napier will tour England this November, bringing his celebrated blend of sharp songwriting and warm, funny stagecraft to clubs, house concerts and festivals across the […]
An Evening with Chris and Tony Griffiths from The Real People
An intimate acoustic show from Chris and Tony Griffiths, the songwriting brothers behind Liverpool cult heroes The Real People — “The Realies” to their devoted fans. Formed in 1987, the band helped shape the sound that would become Britpop, standing alongside The La’s and The Stone Roses in bringing melody, soul and classic guitar songwriting […]
Anything Goes Silent Disco
Carlisle’s longest running club night returns! Get ready for 5 hours of none stop dancing and daft laughs.
A Tribute to Hans Zimmer and Film Favourites
Title: Illuminated — A Tribute to Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites (Carlisle) Date: 5 September 2026 Venue: Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Description: A live orchestral tribute concert performed in a beautifully illuminated, candlelit setting, celebrating the film music of Hans Zimmer and other iconic scores — Inception, Interstellar, Gladiator, Pirates of the Caribbean and more. An […]
Jill Crossland (Piano)
Our series of Afternoon Recitals continues. For today’s recital we are delighted to welcome Jill Crossland the Fratry Hall. Please note: The change of time for this Recital only. It will start at 4.00 pm, doors will open at 3.45pm. Entry is free; a collection will be taken at the end of the concert. Please […]
Castleford Male Voice Choir
A very special evening of live music in the Cathedral as we welcome the Castleford Male Voice Choir as part of their Centenary Tour.The programme will include popular favourites alongside songs from the musicals, folk tunes and classics. Think Elvis and Neil Diamond meet Nessun Dorma via Les Miserables! Something for everyone!
Everything Under the Sun: The Music of Pink Floyd
Experience the music of Pink Floyd like never before as we welcome Everything Under The Sun to Carlisle Cathedral for the first time. EUTS isn’t just a tribute band – this 7-piece collective present a show combining amazing architectural spaces, bespoke video content and light show with the unique addition of the Cathedral Organ as […]
