Indoor Craft Market
15th March 2026
A curated indoor market presented by Kendal BID showcasing local makers, artists and craftspeople.
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
Kendal Folk, Jazz & Blues Festival
18th April 2026
A lively celebration of folk, jazz and blues music, featuring live performances across the town. Presented by Kendal BID
Country Fest
30th and 31st May 2026
Country Fest offers something for everyone.
Kendal Pride
12th - 14th June 2026
A joyful celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community with events, entertainment, stalls, family activities and more.
Kendal Family Festival
25th July 2026
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 Walking Festival
28th - 31st August 2026
Amazing guided walks suitable for solos or groups
Kendal Music Festival
4th and 5th September 2026
Kendal Music Festival 100 acts across town. Brought to you by Kendal BID.
Westmorland County Show
9th and 10th September 2026
Westmorland County Show
Kendal Torchlight Carnival
26th September 2026
A colourful annual procession with illuminated lanterns, costumes and a vibrant parade through the town.
Comic Art Festival
2nd - 4th October 2026
Dive into a weekend of creativity.
Kendal gears up for Mountain & Sky Christmas Lights Switch-on
19th - 22nd November 2026
Taking place each November, the ultimate social gathering for outdoor enthusiasts – with a world-class programme of films and talks from international adventurers.
Christmas Lights Switch-On
27th November 2026
Christmas Light Switch On is a chance to watch our town come to life with festive cheer.
Kendal Christmas Celebration
5th December 2026
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 30th November. The festive event will host around 20 Christmas stalls, providing an assortment of gifts, crafts, food, and drink.
Whisky Festival
4th - 5th December 2026
Cumbria's finest Whisky festival takes place every December here in Kendal.
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This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon Starling. Bringing together his major boat-themed projects, the show explores the vessel as a symbol of […] Discover Kendal’s story. From start to now. A new exhibition at Kendal Museum explores the town’s history from prehistoric times to the 20th century. The Kendal Story: An Illustrated History […] 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 […]
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If you are interested in transformation, consciousness and awakening then The Cumbria Power of Now Group is for you. Join our next meeting starting at 7.45 pm and listen to […] |
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Why should kids have all the fun?. Our adult clay club starts again on 24th February. This Beginner’s Ceramics Course is perfect for those wanting to learn the basics of […] |
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Join us from 4pm-6pm every Wednesday between 25th February and 25th March for youth arts club. It’s a weekly creative space for young people aged 11–15 to explore, make, and […] |
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Join Ragtag this spring for our Kids Art Club - a fun and friendly weekly session for children aged 5–11 to explore their creativity, try new things, and let their […]
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The invitation is - To come participate in this woman’s circle. You do not need to have been before. A woman's circle is a sacred space to be, where you […]
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Live music with local based band, The Elderly Brothers. Range of music a mix of popular songs from 1920s to 2020s. The toe-tapping smile-inducing style Elderly brothers band play a […] |
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The UK's only adventure motorbike film festival. It is brought to you by The Trail and Adventure Motorbike Podcast and The Reel Riders podcast. The festival is being held on […]
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Mozart: Overture to Don Giovanni Schumann: Cello Concerto Mozart: Symphony No. 39 Royal Northern Sinfonia Conductor: Dinis Sousa Cello: Eddie Pogossian Concert lasts around 2 hours including a 20-minute interval. […] |
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Why should kids have all the fun?. Our adult clay club starts again on 24th February. This Beginner’s Ceramics Course is perfect for those wanting to learn the basics of […] |
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Join us from 4pm-6pm every Wednesday between 25th February and 25th March for youth arts club. It’s a weekly creative space for young people aged 11–15 to explore, make, and […] |
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Join Ragtag this spring for our Kids Art Club - a fun and friendly weekly session for children aged 5–11 to explore their creativity, try new things, and let their […] |
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Join us at RagTag Arts on 7th March for another fun-packed Family Fun Day! We’ll be kicking things off with a carnival theme to really get the party started - […]
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Chesney Hawkes became one of the biggest pop stars of his era with his irresistible mega-hit ‘The One and Only’, becoming one of the most recognisable songs of a generation. […]
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Howling Clowns are playing at The Venue on Saturday 7th March! Come down and catch them- playing rock, pop, disco and soul from the 60s through to the 90s, they […] |
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Why should kids have all the fun?. Our adult clay club starts again on 24th February. This Beginner’s Ceramics Course is perfect for those wanting to learn the basics of […] |
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Join us monthly on Wednesday Mornings from 10am-12.30pm for our 16+ Carnival Club Once a month, we’ll take over the Scrapstore café, classroom and wood workshop for an evening of […]
Join us from 4pm-6pm every Wednesday between 25th February and 25th March for youth arts club. It’s a weekly creative space for young people aged 11–15 to explore, make, and […] 
Join us monthly on Wednesday Evenings from 6:30pm -9pm for our 16+ Carnival Club Once a month, we’ll take over the Scrapstore café, classroom and wood workshop for an evening […] |
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Join Ragtag this spring for our Kids Art Club - a fun and friendly weekly session for children aged 5–11 to explore their creativity, try new things, and let their […]
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As women it can be challenging to find time for ourselves. This space is to gather women to enable them to find their voice. Sharing their thoughts, wants, needs and […] |
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This event combines a competetive exhibition of spring flowering plants and a plant fair featuring stalls selling unusual and interesting plants from eight visiting nurseries. The event is organised for […]
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We’re delighted to invite you to a special Meet the Maker event with artist Frances Priest, offering a rare opportunity to experience her creative process up close at Blackwell – […]
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Presented by Kendal BID This is a new event for 2026 and an exciting chance to enjoy a curated indoor market showcasing local makers, artists and craftspeople. Browse handmade gifts, […] BGKT founded 1991. All welcome. Free. https://www.buddhistgroupofkendal.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Buddhist-Group-of-Kendal-Theravada/348652228579651 Monthly 3rd Sunday Open Meeting (except December) https://www.buddhistgroupofkendal.co.uk/bgkt-open-meeting/ BGKT holds an open meeting on the 3rd Sunday of the month (except November […] |
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Join us for a guided Sizergh Castle walk in the Lake District, a welcoming outdoor experience ideal for walkers aged over 50 who want to enjoy gentle countryside paths with […]
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Why should kids have all the fun?. Our adult clay club starts again on 24th February. This Beginner’s Ceramics Course is perfect for those wanting to learn the basics of […] |
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Join us from 4pm-6pm every Wednesday between 25th February and 25th March for youth arts club. It’s a weekly creative space for young people aged 11–15 to explore, make, and […] |
3 events,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, […]
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It's time to get MESSIER! Our messy paint and play sessions for under 5’s rare back for March. Get creative with giant sheets of paper, splashing loads of paint, and […] |
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Join one of Kendal's uneasy dead on a walk around the town. Find out who the angel of Angel Yard was, learn about the ghosts that haunt these old streets […]
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You may have encountered the dynamic personality of Huey Morgan in many ways. Frontman, radio and television broadcaster, author and DJ, Huey is many things at once. Coming to prominence […] |
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Join us for a free, friendly social walk at Sizergh Castle In the Lake District designed for people who enjoy a relaxed pace and good company while spending time outdoors. […]
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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,
Why should kids have all the fun?. Our adult clay club starts again on 24th February. This Beginner’s Ceramics Course is perfect for those wanting to learn the basics of […] |
2 events,
Join us from 4pm-6pm every Wednesday between 25th February and 25th March for youth arts club. It’s a weekly creative space for young people aged 11–15 to explore, make, and […] |
6 events,As women it can be challenging to find time for ourselves. This space is to gather women to enable them to find their voice. Sharing their thoughts, wants, needs and […]
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Refresh your business with beautiful, professional imagery captured in a relaxed, supportive setting. This session brings together a full creative team to help you feel confident, prepared, and truly seen. […]
Join Ragtag this spring for our Kids Art Club - a fun and friendly weekly session for children aged 5–11 to explore their creativity, try new things, and let their […] |
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Drop into RagTag in the Easter holidays for some self-led crafty workshops in our cozy café and exciting Play Space! Get crafty in our scrap station with Mask Making, Frames, […]
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Hops & Giggles on Saturday 28th March at The Venue With three fabulous comedians, it promises to be a great night filled with laughs and beer.
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Barber: Overture to The School for Scandal Grieg: Piano Concerto Sibelius: Symphony No. 2 Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Conductor: Daniela Candillari Piano: Alexandra Dariescu Concert lasts around 2 hours including a […] |
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Drop into RagTag in the Easter holidays for some self-led crafty workshops in our cozy café and exciting Play Space! Get crafty in our scrap station with Mask Making, Frames, […] |
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Winner of the Best Kids’ Show at the 2024 Leicester Comedy Festival After a sell out run at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning comedian and children’s author Olaf Falafel is […] |
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Drop into RagTag in the Easter holidays for some self-led crafty workshops in our cozy café and exciting Play Space! Get crafty in our scrap station with Mask Making, Frames, […] |
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Drop into RagTag in the Easter holidays for some self-led crafty workshops in our cozy café and exciting Play Space! Get crafty in our scrap station with Mask Making, Frames, […]
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North Fire Soul brings a night for creatives to The Venue. Expect DJs, art, poetry, food and more… Pay what you can afford tickets are available for this event. |
4 events,Kendal Sound & Soul Music Festival at The Venue Expect uplifting music and fabulous company. Featuring a dynamic mix of local musicians: with emerging and up and coming talent, and […]
Drop into RagTag in the Easter holidays for some self-led crafty workshops in our cozy café and exciting Play Space! Get crafty in our scrap station with Mask Making, Frames, […]
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In 2022, Danny Kyle award-winning global folk band Mishra began a new cross-cultural collaboration with international fusion vocalist Deepa Shakthi. The resulting album ‘Turn O Spinning Wheel’, released in October […] |
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