Overview

• Around 40,000 music fans attended the sold-out 20th anniversary edition at Lowther Deer Park from July 31 to August 3.
• During his two-hour Saturday night set, Fatboy Slim was upstaged by a fan’s operatic rendition of “Praise You” that went viral on the festival’s TikTok page.
• John Bishop made a last-minute appearance to replace Jason Manford after the comedian was forced to withdraw due to appendicitis.
• The Prodigy closed the festival on Sunday with a high-energy headline set capped by a fireworks display.
• Co-founder Andy Smith said the event will continue growing cautiously to maintain the distinct Cumbrian character that defines Kendal Calling.