There’s always something to do in Kendal – whatever the weather. From annual celebrations of music, culture and sport to local performers regularly taking to our stages.
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Kendal Cycling Festival
The first ever Kendal Cycling Festival was held in April and May 2023.
A family friendly festival is for everyone, whether you are new or experienced with bikes. Check back for 2024 details.
Kendal Unity Festival
Kendal Unity Festival celebrates diversity within our community and takes place in Kendal Town Centre every July.
Kendal Folk Festival
A new Folk Festival was created by Kendal BID in 2023 - a weekend of amazing music, delicious food, and lots of fun activities for the entire family. Supported by Kendal BID.
Kendal Family Festival
A family-friendly festival took place in Kendal on 29th July 2023 with something for everyone, from live music and entertainment to delicious food and drinks, arts and crafts and more! Check back for 2024 details. Supported by Kendal BID.
Kendal Calling
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.
Kendal Pride
Kendal's Pride 2024 takes place 14th - 16th June.
Lake District Summer Music Festival
An ever-evolving programme of international musicians and ensembles – from classical to experimental – in some of Kendal’s loveliest venues takes place every summer.
Kendal Music Festival
Kendal Music Festival took place on 6th and 7th October 2023, a two-day event features some of the best emerging and established artists from the local area. Check back for 2024 details. Supported by Kendal BID.
Cumbria Dark Skies Festival
Celebrate our spectacular dark skies with Cumbria Dark Skies Festival each November. 2024 details coming soon.
Christmas Light Switch On
Kendal's Christmas Light Switch on will return 21st November 2024! Full details coming soon
Kendal Whisky Festival
Cumbria's finest Whisky festival returned to Kendal on 1st and 2nd December 2023. Check back soon for 2024 dates.
Christmas Celebration
The town of Kendal is celebrating with a Christmas Celebration on 9th December 2023. Supported by Kendal BID.
Find out more..Wildman Street Christmas Market
The first Christmas Market hosted by Kendal College will take place at the arts and media campus on 15th December.
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