KENDAL Calling organisers have revealed the first wave of its star-studded lineup to mark their 20th birthday.

And today, as plans for the extravaganza take shape, Kendal Calling has revealed all four headliners as well as 80+ more incredible acts who are set to celebrate 20 fun-filled years of music, magic, exploration and adventure, all in the heart of the Lake District.

Courteeners, Fatboy Slim, The Prodigy and Kaiser Chiefs top next summer’s birthday bill as headliners. Plus, tons more artists, and much more to be discovered in the hallowed fields of Lowther Deer Park.

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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.”

Elsewhere on the line-up, The Last Dinner Party make their Kendal debut following a smash year that saw them named BRITs Rising Star 2024 and scoring a #1 debut album with Prelude to Ecstasy.

They are joined on the bill by legendary Scottish rockers Travis with anthems including "Why Does It Always Rain on Me?" plus very special guest and long-time part of the Kendal family Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls who will bring folk-punk charm to the stage complete with his storytelling lyricism.

Other acts announced include The K’s, Reverend & The Makers, The Pigeon Detectives, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Scouting for Girls and Corinne Bailey Rae.

Kendal Calling co-founder Andy Smith said: “I can’t quite believe that we’re about to celebrate twenty years of Kendal Calling. From humble beginnings welcoming 900 party goers to Kendal’s Abbot Hall, to an astonishing 40,000 of you who turn out every year to revel in the sheer joy and excitement of the perfect party, a glorious gathering in the fields of Lowther Deer Park - wow. Reflecting on the journey so far, the moments made and the community created, it really is quite emotional and remarkably special. 

“It’s also the perfect excuse for our biggest party to date! Let’s come together to celebrate 20 marvellous years, joined by headliners Courteeners, Fatboy Slim, The Prodigy, Kaiser Chiefs and so many more. These are some of my favourite acts ever and I was thinking just last night, it might be Halloween but it feels like Christmas! I'm so excited to see you all next summer in the place we love to call home - the fields.”

Kendal Calling’s 20th birthday bonanza will take place from July 31 – August 3 2025 at Lowther Deer Park.