
Kendal Walking Festival
22nd - 25th August 2025
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.
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.
22nd - 25th August 2025
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.
31st May - 1st June 2025
Country Fest in June offers something for everyone.
2025 dates coming soon
Kendal Pride bring a weekend of love and joy to Cumbria.
2025 dates coming soon
Kendal Folk and Blues Festival brought to you by Kendal BID.
2025 dates coming soon
Cumbria unity festival is a family event that is fun and also has an important message, aiming to advance equality and celebrate diversity.
2025 dates coming soon
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.
31st July – 3rd 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.
10 - 11 September 2025
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,
2025 dates coming soon
Kendal Torchlight Carnival takes place every September, with a family friendly street party and procession.
2025 dates coming soon
Kendal Music Festival was held for the first time in October 2023 with 100 acts across town. Brought to you by Kendal BID.
20 - 23 November 2025
Taking place each November, the ultimate social gathering for outdoor enthusiasts – with a world-class programme of films and talks from international adventurers.
20 November 2025
Christmas Light Switch On is a chance to watch our town come to life with festive cheer.
2025 date coming soon
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 Sunday 1 December. The festive event will host around 20 Christmas stalls, providing an assortment of gifts, crafts, food, and drink.
6 - 7 December 2024
Cumbria's finest Whisky festival takes place every December here in Kendal.
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