6pm – 7pm | Free (please book in advance) | Brewery Arts: Warehouse
Everyone is welcome to the Festival Launch. Celebrate our return to Kendal with music, wine, and of course – poetry! The festival will be officially opened by the artist, Clae Eastgate, and will feature performances from our Young Poet in Residence and our Young Musician in Residence.
Can’t join in person? Join the Zoom session here.
Kendal Poetry Festival’s trademark emphasis is on inclusivity and accessibility. This year we continue to offer free tickets to young people, people with disabilities and their carers. If you are under 21 or have a disability, please select the ‘concessions’ ticket at checkout to receive your free ticket.
PLEASE BOOK YOUR TICKETS IN ADVANCE OF YOUR VISIT.
Brewery Members receive a 10% discount on most ticketed live performances and event tickets, sign in to your account to take advantage of these discounts.
All our ticket prices include a 50p commission. This fee helps us continue to fund our diverse programme. Creative learning classes & workshops are exempt.
Unwaged* – For those in receipt of Universal Credit, Working Tax credits, Job Seekers Allowance or Income Support.