Kendal Walking Festival
25 - 27 May
The Walking Festival offers an opportunity to explore Kendal and the peaceful landscapes that surround it. Regardless of your walking capabilities, the festival offers something for everyone.
Events and Festivals
What makes Kendal a festival town, with a packed calendar of events? Maybe it’s our passion for celebrating what we love and welcoming the world to enjoy it with us. From the very best of local food and drink to internationally renowned arts and comedy, outdoor adventure to traditional craft and rural traditions… events and festivals are a great way to experience the very best of Kendal’s unique culture.
Key Events
Westmorland Country Fest
1 - 2 June
Country Fest in June offers something for everyone.
Kendal Pride
14 - 16 June
Kendal Pride returns for the second year.
Kendal Folk and Blues Festival
22 June
Kendal Folk and Blues Festival brought to you by Kendal BID.
Kendal Unity Festival
20 July
Cumbria unity festival is a family event that is fun and also has an important message, aiming to advance equality and celebrate diversity.
Kendal Family Festival
27 July
A family-friendly festival held in July with live music and entertainment to delicious food and drinks, arts and crafts and more! Created by Kendal BID.
Kendal Calling
1 - 4 August
Kendal Calling is an award-winning music festival founded in Kendal and grown into one of the most spectacular festival settings in the world. Sadly, it’s no longer held in the town but it carries our name and we’re still very attached to it.
Westmorland County Show
11 - 12 September
Westmorland County Show - a must-visit, attracting over 37,000 visitors annually. With livestock showcases, show jumping, interactive displays, crafty creations, and delicious artisan treats,
Kendal Torchlight Carnival
28 September
Kendal Torchlight Carnival takes place every September, with a family friendly street party and procession.
Kendal Music Festival
4 - 5 October
Kendal Music Festival was held for the first time in October 2023 with 100 acts across town. Brought to you by Kendal BID.
Kendal Mountain Festival
21 - 24 November
Taking place each November, the ultimate social gathering for outdoor enthusiasts – with a world-class programme of films and talks from international adventurers.
Christmas Light Switch On
21 November
Christmas Light Switch On is a chance to watch our town come to life with festive cheer.
Christmas Celebration
1 December
Kendal Business Improvement District (BID) is bringing festive cheer to the town with a Christmas Celebration. The fun will take place in Kendal Market Place and Finkle Street on Saturday 1 December. The festive event will host around 20 Christmas stalls, providing an assortment of gifts, crafts, food, and drink.
Kendal Whisky Festival
6 - 7 December
Cumbria's finest Whisky festival takes place every December here in Kendal.
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4 events,
Summer Trail
Celebrate the Summer in Kendal with the 2024 Summer Trail, sponsored by Kendal BID and designed by Felltarn, from Saturday 29 June until Sunday 1 September. This year, there are […]
August Fest
Get ready for an entire month of epic live music, scrumptious food vendors, and plenty of sunshine! We will be kicking off every Friday in August at 8:30PM with live […]
August Fest
Get ready for an entire month of epic live music, scrumptious food vendors, and plenty of sunshine! We will be kicking off every Friday in August at 8:30PM with live […]
Lakes Adventure Writing Group
Lakes Adventure Writing Group
Hosted on the last Monday of every month, the group aims to bring together adventure and nature writers, potential writers, and publishers in a supportive and collaborative group. This session […]
3 events,
Kids Summer Art Club
Kids Summer Art Club
A fun weekly art club at Ragtags from 10am - 11am on Tuesdays during the Summer holidays. We will look at a different artist each week and make something awesome […]
4 events,
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Ceramic Animal Sculptures workshop for children
Ceramic Animal Sculptures workshop for children
Let’s get our hands dirty sculpting awesome animals from clay! From fierce lions to tropical lizards, or even a magical creature of your imagination – the options are endless! After […]
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
Bank Holiday Live Music
Bank Holiday Live Music
Join us on Bank Holiday Monday 28th August for live music from Scott Larrabee of Down the Delta A mixture of traditional acoustic blues & country tunes – the perfect […]
2 events,
Kids Summer Holiday Clay Club
Kids Summer Holiday Clay Club
Join us at Ragtags for our Kids Summer Holiday Clay Club! We will make a different clay creation on Thursdays from 10:00 - 11:30 learning different clay techniques. These sessions […]
5 events,
August Fest
Get ready for an entire month of epic live music, scrumptious food vendors, and plenty of sunshine! We will be kicking off every Friday in August at 8:30PM with live […]
Kendal Farmers’ Market
Kendal Farmers’ Market
Kendal Farmers' Market, nestled in the picturesque town of Kendal, serves as a vibrant hub for the community and visitors alike, showcasing the best of local produce and crafts. Held […]
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Ceramic Bird Box workshop for children
Ceramic Bird Box workshop for children
We will learn some super ceramic skills and build bird boxes for our feathered friends! We’ll then add a splash of colour by painting them with ceramic glazes. Your little […]
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
5 events,
August Fest
Get ready for an entire month of epic live music, scrumptious food vendors, and plenty of sunshine! We will be kicking off every Friday in August at 8:30PM with live […]
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
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CancerCare’s Woof & Wag
CancerCare’s Woof & Wag
CancerCare is set to welcome dog lovers to Abbot Hall Park on 31st August 2024 for the first-ever Woof & Wag event. CancerCare’s Woof & Wag will make use of […]
4 events,
August Fest
Get ready for an entire month of epic live music, scrumptious food vendors, and plenty of sunshine! We will be kicking off every Friday in August at 8:30PM with live […]
2 events,
1 event,
2 events,
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
Kendal Futures Vision Action Groups – Transport and Getting Around
Kendal Futures Vision Action Groups – Transport and Getting Around
Kendal Futures Action Groups bring local people together to get involved in small, practical projects about subjects they care about and which benefit Kendal. The groups are supported by Nick […]
1 event,
The Magic of Terry Pratchett
The Magic of Terry Pratchett
Author, comedian and Terry Pratchett fan, Marc Burrows invites audiences to continue to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the landmark comic fantasy Discworld series with this beautiful tribute, coming to […]
1 event,
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
1 event,
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Clay Club (Sept/Oct)
Clay Club (Sept/Oct)
Aimed at beginners, this adult hand building ceramic course will teach you the basic techniques in clay, from coiling to slab building. You will establish the basics after being shown […]
2 events,
Westmorland County Show
Westmorland County Show is one of the oldest agricultural show in England. It is a brilliant day out for all of the family and features the largest Food Hall in […]
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
2 events,
Thursday Art Club – Sept/Oct Block
Thursday Art Club – Sept/Oct Block
Let's get creative - each week we'll work on something different! Each project will bring a new opportunity to learn a new technique; such as using mod rock, clay, painting, […]
3 events,
Bowness Bay Brewing’s Annual Autumn Beer Fest
Join us at Bowness Bay Brewing for our 3rd Annual September Beer Festival! It's going to be another epic weekend filled with craft beer, live tunes, and tasty food! 35+ […]
Kendal Farmers’ Market
Kendal Farmers’ Market
Kendal Farmers' Market, nestled in the picturesque town of Kendal, serves as a vibrant hub for the community and visitors alike, showcasing the best of local produce and crafts. Held […]
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
4 events,
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Big Messy Painting
Big Messy Painting
Prepare for painty feet and bring your mucky clothes! This is a BIG painting session. We’ll have lots of paint, rolls of paper over the floor and loads of fun […]
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
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In Real Life: Cyanotype (Sun Photography)
In Real Life: Cyanotype (Sun Photography)
In Real Life: Cyanotype (Sun Photography) | 14 Sep | 12-4pm | £60 | 16yrs+ | Tutor Helena McGregor | Print Room, Studio 3 and Garden These monthly workshops are […]
0 events,
1 event,
Clay Club (Sept/Oct)
Clay Club (Sept/Oct)
Aimed at beginners, this adult hand building ceramic course will teach you the basic techniques in clay, from coiling to slab building. You will establish the basics after being shown […]
1 event,
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
2 events,
Future Fixers Good Business Drop-Ins
Future Fixers Good Business Drop-Ins
Every third Thursday of the month, Future Fixers will be offering free business advice. They offer business health checks, coaching training & wellbeing, guidance on charity, community and social enterprises, […]
Thursday Art Club – Sept/Oct Block
Thursday Art Club – Sept/Oct Block
Let's get creative - each week we'll work on something different! Each project will bring a new opportunity to learn a new technique; such as using mod rock, clay, painting, […]
1 event,
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
3 events,
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
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Adult Workshop: Macrame Wall Hanging
Adult Workshop: Macrame Wall Hanging
Come along to our adult workshop and join us for a lovely crafty afternoon! Using the treasures of our scrapstore, we’ll be mastering the art of macrame making stunning wall […]
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Boogie Days Disco
Boogie Days Disco
Dust Off Your Sequined Dress and Groove into the Past at "Boogie Days Disco"! Get ready to relive the magic of the disco era with an afternoon full of classic […]
0 events,
1 event,
Lakes Adventure Writing Group
Lakes Adventure Writing Group
Hosted on the last Monday of every month, the group aims to bring together adventure and nature writers, potential writers, and publishers in a supportive and collaborative group. This session […]
2 events,
Kendal Futures Vision Action Groups – Placemaking
Kendal Futures Vision Action Groups – Placemaking
Kendal Futures Action Groups bring local people together to get involved in small, practical projects about subjects they care about and which benefit Kendal. The groups are supported by Nick […]
Clay Club (Sept/Oct)
Clay Club (Sept/Oct)
Aimed at beginners, this adult hand building ceramic course will teach you the basic techniques in clay, from coiling to slab building. You will establish the basics after being shown […]
2 events,
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
Kendal Futures Vision Action Groups – Arts & Creatives
Kendal Futures Vision Action Groups – Arts & Creatives
Kendal Futures Action Groups bring local people together to get involved in small, practical projects about subjects they care about and which benefit Kendal. The groups are supported by Nick […]
1 event,
Thursday Art Club – Sept/Oct Block
Thursday Art Club – Sept/Oct Block
Let's get creative - each week we'll work on something different! Each project will bring a new opportunity to learn a new technique; such as using mod rock, clay, painting, […]
2 events,
Kendal Farmers’ Market
Kendal Farmers’ Market
Kendal Farmers' Market, nestled in the picturesque town of Kendal, serves as a vibrant hub for the community and visitors alike, showcasing the best of local produce and crafts. Held […]
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
2 events,
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Kendal Torchlight Festival
Kendal Torchlight Festival
Kendal’s Torchlight Carnival is one of a kind. Each year swarms of Kendalians hits the streets to watch the procession, which has traditionally involved local businesses, schools, organisations and clubs. […]
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Clay Club (Sept/Oct)
Clay Club (Sept/Oct)
Aimed at beginners, this adult hand building ceramic course will teach you the basic techniques in clay, from coiling to slab building. You will establish the basics after being shown […]
1 event,
Thursday Art Club – Sept/Oct Block
Thursday Art Club – Sept/Oct Block
Let's get creative - each week we'll work on something different! Each project will bring a new opportunity to learn a new technique; such as using mod rock, clay, painting, […]
3 events,
Kendal Music Festival
Kendal Music Festival returns for its third year of live music and entertainment on 4th and 5th October. This two-day event features some of the best emerging and established artists […]
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Kendal Music Festival
Kendal Music Festival
Kendal Music Festival returns for its third year of live music and entertainment on 4th and 5th October. This two-day event features some of the best emerging and established artists […]
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
3 events,
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy Abbot Hall
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as […]
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Discover… Pottery Throwing
Discover… Pottery Throwing
Discover… Pottery Throwing | 5 Oct & 9 Nov | 11.15am-12.45pm | 1.30-3pm | 3.30-5pm | £50pp per session | 18+ yrs | Tutor Chris Barnes | Studio 2 This […]
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