Get involved

There are many ways you can get involved in His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort’s Coronation plans.

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Events and Celebrations

From community celebrations and Coronation Big Lunches to official screening sites, music performances and volunteering opportunities for the Big Help Out, there are lots of ways to get involved over the Coronation weekend. Use our interactive map to find local events near you.

The UK has a long history of organised street parties to celebrate national events. You’re welcome to host parties right across the Coronation weekend, or as part of the Coronation Big Lunches. Read and follow government guidance on how to host a street party on GOV.UK.

If you’re planning to host a Coronation event, street party or Big Lunch, submit your details to feature the map.

Explore the Coronation event map

Coronation Big Lunches

The Coronation Big Lunch (6-8 May) brings neighbours and communities together to share friendship, food and fun. Be part of history by joining millions across the UK with a Coronation Big Lunch celebration in your community.

Sign up to receive your Coronation Big Lunch pack for all you need to get started with ideas, top tips, practical advice and loads more.

Order a Coronation Big Lunch pack

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Windsor Castle

Coronation Concert

Taking place in the grounds of Windsor Castle, the Coronation Concert (Sunday 7 May) will bring together music icons, contemporary stars, a world-class orchestra and art performances.

The concert will be broadcast live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.

Find out more about the Coronation Concert

The Big Help Out

From rolling up your sleeves to help a local group, to supporting some of the UK’s best-known national charities, the Big Help Out on Monday 8 May will give everyone an opportunity to join in.

Hundreds of activities are planned for the day by local community groups, organisations and charities including The Scouts, Royal Voluntary Service, National Trust and RNLI.

Run a charity and want to get involved? Find out more and join a range of national and local charities already signed up.

Find out more at the Big Help Out website

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Resources for Schools

There are lots of ways schools can get involved and celebrate the Coronation.

For inspiration, check out our resources for schools page including Coronation-themed lesson ideas, educational activities and fun learning opportunities.

Explore resources for schools

Coronation Toolkit

We’ve put together a range of useful templates and materials to help you with your Coronation celebrations, including homemade bunting ideas, recipe cards, kids’ activity sheets, a party playlist and the official Coronation emblem.

Explore the Coronation Tookit

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Angellica Bell's Coronation Creative Challenge

Coronation Creative Challenge

From making your own street party bunting to designing a royal invitation or creating a recipe fit for a King, get creative with Angellica Bell in our #CoronationCreativeChallenge.

 

 

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