Yes, Kendal Calling wouldn’t be the same without it’s household name headliners or the late night raves but it’s not just about the music, there is plenty of different stuff to see and do across site!
PEEP SHOW QUIZ WITH BIG MAD ANDY
Having toured up and down the UK, Big Mad Andy from the cult classic Channel 4 sitcom ‘Peep Show’ brings the ultimate quiz about the escapades of Mark and Jeremy to it’s first ever festival! We did ask Danny Dyer’s Chocolate Homunculus to play but sadly they were unavailable…
JAACKMAATE’S HAPPY HOUR PODCAST LIVE!
One of the most popular, and funniest, podcasts in the country is joining us in the fields this Summer! JaackMaate, Stevie White and Robbie Knox are venturing out across the UK at the moment, selling out theatres all over the place and this July, they’re bringing it to the Lake District! Their twice weekly episodes have become a highlight of our week and this is sure to be a highlight of our festival weekend too.
THE LISTENING PARTY LIVE…
Making it’s debut last year, Tim Burgess’ twitter phenomenon took to the diner of dreams for the very first time! Sitting down with the artists themselves to discuss classic records, The Listening Party gives an unprecedented view into the inner workings of artists and the work they create. Who would you like to see take to The Listening Party this year?
Lost Eden
Never the same two years in a row, our woodland arts extravaganza – Lost Eden – is all about the magic and wonder of discovery, trying something new and allowing yourself to be immersed in the arts, culture and awe of the mesmerising installations. Featuring a multitude of micro venues with entertainment galore, take a wander and feast your senses in one of the most exciting areas of the festival.
Dabber’s Social Bingo
Bingo! Bingo! Bringing the party to your nan’s favourite pastime, Dabber Social Bingo is back! With confetti, incredible prizes and just all-out fun to be had – this is one of the highlights of the Soapbox each year. Grab a bevvy and join in!
Microdot Creative
Microdot Creative are behind some of most iconic album covers of all time including Oasis’ ‘Some Might Say’ & ‘Definitely Maybe’ alongside The Verve’s iconic debut ‘Urban Hymns’. We’ll be hosting a sitdown discussion with Brian Cannon, the man behind these incredible works of indie music history. Join us for a deep dive into the history of some of the most recognisable album covers of all time.
Eat A Sitdown Full English
While this may sound incredible mundane – and in many ways – it is, there is a small novelty around having a sit down meal at a festival. Never before has that small novelty been as appreciated as a Saturday morning after a skin full the night before! In the Village Green, you’ll find our very own greasy spoon where you can get the works for breakfast each morning!
