Courteeners, Fatboy Slim, The Prodigy and Kaiser Chiefs are set to headline Kendall Calling 2025.
The annual music festival is celebrating its 20th year with one of its biggest line-ups to date with an eclectic mix of pop and alternative acts.
Returning to the picturesque Lowther Deer Park in the Lake District between July 31 and August 3, the event will also see performances from the likes of The Last Dinner Party, Frank Turner and The Sleeping Souls, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Corrine Bailey Rae, Skindred, Maximo Park, The Lottery Winners and Scouting For Girls.
Courteeners’ Frontman Liam Fray said: “Our set in 2019 was electric and was, so I’m told, one of the biggest singalongs Kendal Calling has ever witnessed. So it goes without saying that we can’t wait to get back on the main stage, playing to 40,000 of you lovely lot. And as if that wasn’t enough, we’ve got 20 years of Kendal to celebrate, too. It’s going to be massive.”
Frank Turner commented: “I first played Kendal Calling all the way back in 2009, and they’ve had me back five times since, and now again for 2025, so I think they must like me. Which is a relief, because I bloody love them; the quintessential independent UK festival, great vibes, great people, great music, year after year. I’m beyond flattered to be there for the 20th instalment; long may they reign.”
Thom Rylance of The Lottery Winners said: “Kendal Calling was our first proper festival, many years ago. And I think we’ve played it every year since. Except maybe one year, and I’m sure everybody said that was the worst year in history. I’ve had some of my most emotionally overwhelming moments of pride on stages in that field. Core memories I’ll never forget. The first festival that ever took a chance on our band, for that we’re forever grateful. Weird to say a festival feels like a homecoming show, I know, but it really does.”
Scouting For Girls added: “We’re absolutely buzzing to be asked back to Kendal Calling for their 20th anniversary. The crowds are always insane! Plus, we are a band who love any excuse for a party so we’ll be bringing out all our big hits when we get onstage. A beautiful festival in a stunning location with a wonderful crowd – Cannot wait!!!!”
The bill also includes rising rockers The K’s, Reverend and The Makers and The Pigeon Detectives.
Plus, Daniel Bedingfield, Pixie Lott, Inspiral Carpets, Alfie Templeman, The Big Moon, The Royston Club, The Skints, and Sports Team.
Fans can sign up for the Kendal Calling pre-sale now with the sale taking place at 10am on Saturday (02.11.24). The general sale takes place at 10am on November 4.