Aldgate in Winter Festival returns on Friday 11th December 2026, celebrating its 10th anniversary!

For 10 years, the festival has brought together local residents, workers, schools and businesses to celebrate Aldgate's creativity, culture and community spirit.

This year’s celebrations will begin in Aldgate Square, from which the Lantern Parade will weave through the area ending at Devonshire Square, the new host of the evening activities.

This year's festival includes:
  • 12:30 to 14:00: Live performances and community activities in Devonshire Square.
  • 13:00 to 17:00: Lantern workshop taking place across the afternoon ahead of the parade.
  • 15:30 to 17:00: Activities in Aldgate Square, including the Christmas tree switch-on at approximately 16:00.
  • 17:00: The Lantern Parade sets off from Aldgate Square, bringing together local schools, families and community groups.
  • 18:00 to 20:00: Evening celebrations in Devonshire Square, including live performance on The Aldgate Stage and the much-loved Community Feast.

The festival is free to attend, and we'd love you to be part of this special anniversary celebration!
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering at Aldgate in Winter is a fantastic opportunity to support a meaningful local event, develop valuable skills, meet new people, and give back to the community.

Our volunteers play an essential role in creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for local schoolchildren, workers, residents and visitors.
Deadlines for applications is 6pm on Friday 20th November.

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1. Are you registering for more than one person?

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2. Full name of main contact: (Required.)

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3. Email address: (Required.)

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4. Contact phone number: (Required.)

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5. Date of Birth: (Please note, applicants must be over the age of 18) (Required.)

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6. Which of these applies to you: (Required.)

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7. Please let us know if you or anyone in your group has any access requirements (Required.)

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8. Have you volunteered at Aldgate in Winter Festival before? (Required.)

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9. Which of these roles are you interested in? Please select in order rating 1 - 6 those positions that are of interest to you. Please note that no previous experience in the areas outlined is necessary.

Please select in order or priority, 1 being the most desirable with 6 being the least desirable. (Required.)

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10. From the options below, please select your preferred volunteering time slots.

Please note this is estimated timings and the volunteer shift timings will be confirmed with you by the events team. (Required.)

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11. Please let us know if you have flexibility as to the allocated time slots (Required.)

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12. Do you have any further comments regarding your volunteer application?

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