We think our town will surprise you – and you’ll pack so many unique experiences into one visit. From adventurous activities to fascinating days soaking up beautiful art.
Take a look around to find out what Kendal has to offer.
We love good food and drink in Kendal, and you’ll find so many interesting places to refuel. Our community is home to passionate artisans, fantastic chefs, creative makers and bakers… and there’s always a warm welcome.
We’re more than a market town on the edge of the Lakes. There’s always something to do in Kendal – whatever the weather.
Come and enjoy our national culture, arts and ambitious events along with quality shopping and spectacular surroundings that make our town unforgettable.
Bring your little ones along for Crawl in the Hall – our playful early years sessions designed to spark creativity, curiosity and connection through stories, songs, crafts and sensory play. Each week we’ll explore a new artistic theme inspired by Abbot Hall’s collection — from dots and lines, to shape, colour, texture, space, and form. […]
Gather your family and friends, grab a map, and get ready for an unforgettable Cumbrian Adventure! The Kendal Summer Trail returns a chance to solve fun activities and pick up trail treats from our local shops and eateries. Created by Felltarn and Sponsored by Kendal BID.
9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays Yoga class for age 16+ - all abilities welcome! Every Saturday throughout Summer we are hosting Yoga in the Park at Abbot Hall Bowling Club. Classes are suitable for all abilities, whether you’re a seasoned Yogi or a complete beginner. ⌚️ 9.30am – 10.30am 🗓 May – August 📍Abbot Hall Bowling […]
Cumbria Festival Chorus presents Johann Sebastian Bach Mass in B minor Conducted by Ian Jones Faye Bowness (soprano) Joyce Tindsley (mezzo-soprano) Nicholas Hurndall Smith (tenor) Paul im Thurn (bass) At Kendal Parish Church, Kirkland, Kendal, LA9 5AF Saturday 12th July 2025, 7.30pm Tickets £18 (under- 18s free) available at the door or from
9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays Yoga class for age 16+ - all abilities welcome! Every Saturday throughout Summer we are hosting Yoga in the Park at Abbot Hall Bowling Club. Classes are suitable for all abilities, whether you’re a seasoned Yogi or a complete beginner. ⌚️ 9.30am – 10.30am 🗓 May – August 📍Abbot Hall Bowling […]
Join us to help celebrate Kendal Mayor's Civic Sunday! On Sunday 13th July at 10:15, a parade will go from the Town Hall to the Parish Church, followed by a service in the church at 10:45. There will be a performance from the Sea Cadets Band, and the Mayor will also inspect the uniformed youth […]
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, Finance & Accounts, Graphic Design, Marketing and Environment & Carbon Management. Take a positive step for you life & business, show up and have a […]
Expanded Landscapes From 19 July – 30 August in the Cafe and Creative space. Decorate the folded template to create your own expanding landscape! Use the materials provided to express each layer of a landscape, from the grass to the sky above. Land Art Workshops Every Thursday from 11am-3pm, from 19 July – 30 August. […]
Kendal will host its first-ever Nature Recovery Festival — a two-day celebration of wildlife, sustainability, and community-led action. From hands-on workshops to inspiring talks, this event is designed to reconnect people with nature, and to offer practical ways to protect it. Expect a mix of: Children’s activities and family-friendly fun Wildflower planting, eco-crafts and expert-led […]
The Wheels Up North Weekender is our flagship show of the year, set in the beautiful Lake District, where we aim to bring the best of our season together and celebrate all things automotive. So if you fancy a weekend away, full of cars, bikes, camping, great food and an even better community, why not […]
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 and December), from 2.00 – 4.30pm. All welcome. Free. Castle Street Community Centre, Castle Street, Kendal, LA9 7AD. Detached Room - entrance on the side […]
A drop-in consultation event will be held on:Monday 21st July between 10am – 2pm at Carus Green Golf Course, Kendal Local residents and businesses are being encouraged to have their say on a new project is taking shape on the edge of Kendal. The Flock is a proposed employment-led development that could deliver up to 475,000 […]
Join RagTag for three fun-packed days of outside play, in collaboration with Stomping Ground! We'll be making dens, cooking on an open fire, pond dipping, giant cardboard buildings, and getting crafty with some art activities! Every day is filled with opportunities to explore, create, and learn in a vibrant and supportive environment. Queen Katherine’s Community […]
The Family Festival is back, presented by Kendal BID. Expect exciting activities at Stramongate School, Elephant's Yard, Finkle Street and Kendal Market Place including golf, a climbing tour, curling and surfing!
9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays Yoga class for age 16+ - all abilities welcome! Every Saturday throughout Summer we are hosting Yoga in the Park at Abbot Hall Bowling Club. Classes are suitable for all abilities, whether you’re a seasoned Yogi or a complete beginner. ⌚️ 9.30am – 10.30am 🗓 May – August 📍Abbot Hall Bowling […]
This popular, free family festival will be taking place 10am-4pm on 26th July. The Town Hall will be host to all sorts of organisations and groups offering a wide range of interesting things to do. Some examples of activities for children include face painting, Lego, Henna, arts and crafts. There will also be an Escape […]
Join us for the ultimate experience as undeniably sensational bands take the stage in our vibrant garden, absolutely FREE this summer! So, indulge in delicious food and refreshing drinks available for purchase at each Summer Sunday event. Kick back and enjoy! This edition features a live performance from Dilutey Juice: North-East Drum and Brass pioneers […]
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 will include author of Swimming Wild in the Lake District, Suzanna Cruickshank. and the usual safe space peer support, for group members to share their […]
Get ready to get your hands messy and your imagination fired up! In this creative ceramics session, we’ll be designing and sculpting our very own monster pots. Using clay, you’ll shape your pot and then bring it to life by adding eyes, teeth, textures, and wild monster features. This workshop is only available to children […]
Join RagTag for a fun-filled day of mask making! Taking inspiration from artist Andrew Kim, we’ll be creating our very own fantasy masks in this imaginative and hands-on workshop. Throughout the day, we’ll take regular breaks to visit our loose parts area, where we can burn off some energy while building ball runs, dens, and […]
Kendal Calling is a music festival featuring a diverse range of music genres, including indie, rock, pop, folk, reggae, and electronic music. Beyond the music, the festival offers art installations, comedy, cinema, and a wide array of food and drinks.The festival has grown significantly since its inception in 2006, attracting around 25,000 festival-goers. Now held […]
Join us at Ragtag on 31st July from 10am - 3pm for a day of drawing. We’ll start the day with some fun drawing games to warm up our hands and spark our imaginations. Then, we’ll explore the work of artist Franz Marc, known for his vibrant and dream-like paintings of animals. Using Franz Marc’s […]
2023 saw a fresh start from multi award winning Scottish Hall of Famers, the Peatbog Faeries. Fuelled with a new enthusiasm following the addition of the superbly talented Shetlander Norman Willmore on keys and alto sax, renowned multi-instrumentalist Innes Watson on acoustic guitar, additional fiddle and vocals and one of Scotland’s top percussionists, Stu Brown […]
Join us every Friday during the summer holidays and get creative in a fun, colourful, hands-on art session inspired by a different famous artist each week! Ages: 5–12 (children must be accompanied by an adult) Time: Every Friday during the summer holidays Cost: £6.50 per session – come to as many or as few as […]
9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays Yoga class for age 16+ - all abilities welcome! Every Saturday throughout Summer we are hosting Yoga in the Park at Abbot Hall Bowling Club. Classes are suitable for all abilities, whether you’re a seasoned Yogi or a complete beginner. ⌚️ 9.30am – 10.30am 🗓 May – August 📍Abbot Hall Bowling […]
The event features 24 independent local businesses selling all sorts of gorgeous gifts from jewellery, candles and Cards to plants, sweets, paintings, ceramics and lots lots more. I will send a picture of the window display on Monday.
Join us for the ultimate experience as sensational bands take the stage in our vibrant garden, absolutely FREE this summer! Indulge in delicious food and refreshing drinks available for purchase at each Summer Sunday event. This edition features a live performance from The Seals: The Seals are an energetic 4-piece guitar band from Cumbria with […]