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 Cheltenham Jazz Festival

  • 1 - 6 May 2024

Volunteer at Cheltenham Science Festival

  • 4 - 9 June 2024

Volunteer at Cheltenham Music Festival

  • 6 - 13 July 2024

Volunteer at The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival 

  • 4 – 13 October 2024

Full time volunteer roles

Volunteering at Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2024

Applications for volunteering at Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2024 are now open.

Volunteering at Cheltenham Science Festival 2024

Applications for volunteering at Cheltenham Science Festival are now open.

Volunteering at Cheltenham Music Festival 2024

Applications for volunteering at Cheltenham Music Festival will be opening soon.

Volunteering at Cheltenham Literature Festival 2024

Applications for volunteering at Cheltenham Literature Festival will be opening soon.

To find out more about volunteering contact

volunteers@cheltenhamfestivals.com or james.clay@cheltenhamfestivals.com