Why volunteer?
If you want to help build a world where everyone can explore and create culture join the team at Cheltenham Festivals.
The perfect place to make new friends, help our visitors and experience the passion and excitement of the festivals first hand.

See what our volunteers say:
"Working as a volunteer for Cheltenham Festivals is a fantastic experience. It’s great to feel you’re making a useful contribution to the running of the festivals which are such a vibrant part of Cheltenham’s cultural scene. Volunteering provides a fascinating ‘behind-the-scenes’ view of how the festivals work. You can experience a wide range of different jobs and meet interesting people, both fellow volunteers and event participants. You always feel welcomed by a supportive, friendly and appreciative team." - Chris Henshaw, Festival Volunteer

Apply to be part of the Welcome Team
If you live locally and would like to join us part-time throughout our Festivals, then apply to be part of our Welcome Team

Key dates for volunteering with us
Volunteer at The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival
Thursday 5 – Monday 16 October 2023
Full time volunteer roles
Volunteering at Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2023
Applications for volunteering at Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2023 are now closed.
Volunteering at Cheltenham Science Festival 2023
Applications for volunteering at Cheltenham Science Festival are now closed.
Volunteering at Cheltenham Music Festival 2023
Applications for volunteering at Cheltenham Music Festival are now closed.
Volunteering at Cheltenham Literature Festival 2023
Applications for volunteering at Cheltenham Literature Festival are now closed.