Carnival Club - AM

Time: 10am – 12.30pm
Dates: Monthly, Weds 10th September 2025 – Weds 9th July 2026
Age: 16+
Location: Ragtag Arts

Cost: Pay as you feel

Help Build the Ragtag Parade!

We’re really excited to announce a brand new project—Ragtag Parade! Funded by Arts Council England and The National Lottery Awards for All, Ragtag Parade is a joyful, inclusive carnival project that brings people together to create a bold, colourful celebration of creativity, community and sustainability. Running from September 2025 to November 2026, we’ll be working with a diverse mix of people to co-create giant puppets, spectacular costumes, site décor and performances—all made from reclaimed materials from our Scrapstore. It will all come together in parades at festivals across Cumbria, plus a final exhibition celebrating what we’ve made together.

What is Carnival Club?

Carnival Club is your monthly invitation to be part of the making magic. Once a month, we’ll take over the Scrapstore café, classroom and wood workshop for a full day of joyful, hands-on creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned maker or just curious, this is your chance to help build the visual heart of the Ragtag Parade. We’ll be working together on puppets, props, costumes and more, using recycled materials, imagination and a whole lot of glue. These sessions are collaborative, relaxed and open to all skill levels—no experience needed, just enthusiasm and a willingness to have a go. You’ll also have the chance to connect with others, make friends, and be part of something amazing.

 Access Info

We want everyone to feel welcome at Carnival Club. If you’re disabled, neurodivergent, or have access needs, we’ll do our best to support you. To help us plan, please fill in our short access form (LINK HERE), this gives us a better idea of how we can make the sessions work for you. We may follow up by phone or email if anything needs clarification, and we’re always happy to chat if you have questions or concerns. Our accessible minibus is available, with pick-up and drop-off points around Kendal, please call or email us when you book your place if you require the minibus.

Please note: While we’ll always do what we can, we’re unable to provide personal care or administer medication.

Unfortunately our building does not currently have a wheelchair-accessible toilet, and some areas can only be accessed via stairs—we know this needs improving and are working on it.