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Join our wonderful volunteer team
Our volunteer applications for 2026 are now open.
We have a variety of roles available, varying in tasks and commitment length - have a look below to find out what we are looking for:
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Long term - 4 months:
Working Groups - Logistics, Stalls & Activities, Comms, Festival Design | Internships
​ Application Form: click here
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​What are we looking for?
A minimum commitment of 7 hours per week (with some flexibility to discuss availability, hours and mode of working).
What do we offer in return?
You can claim up to £10 per day in travel and food expenses
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Short term - festival day:
On the day stewards | Accessibility stewards | Comms (Photography & videography)
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Application Form coming soon.
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This opportunity requires for you to be available on the day of the festival, 27th June, as well as to attend one of our briefing sessions before the event. You are also welcome to join our social gatherings before and after the festival.
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For more information please email edinburghclimatefestival@gmail.com
Join our amazing group of stallholders
Want to host a climate related stall with our festival this year?
Please find all the info you need on how to apply below:
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General Information
Date: Saturday, 27th June 2026
Time: 12.00 PM – 7.00 PM
Location: The Meadows (Melville Drive, EH9 1ND)
Application Deadline: 30th April 2026
Application Form: click here (general), click here (food vendors)
Enquires: edinburghclimatefestival@gmail.com
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This year's theme: Intertwined
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Following last year’s theme of Root & Rise, we are left with the question: what makes a forest truly strong, resilient, and nourished?
The answer lies beneath our feet, in mycelium.
Mycelium is an underground root-like network of entangled threads of fungi. It creates vast connections between plants and trees serving as a shared resource for nutrients, supporting growth as well as being a magnificent communication highway, sending signals and protecting one another. Our 2026 theme embodies this ethos – supporting connection between ourselves, those around us and nature, expanding from local action to global solidarity. A reminder that fundamentally, we are all nature. Mycelium teaches us that ecosystems flourish through collaboration, shared resources, and mutual care. Our communities can do the same. Facing climate challenges alone can feel overwhelming. But when we recognise how deeply intertwined we are, we also recognise our shared strength. Through collective action we can exchange ideas, re-energise, and cultivate meaningful change. Whether you’re beginning your sustainability journey or deeply rooted in climate work, join us to build a hopeful and connected community - forming our own vibrant, intertwined network.
Intertwined, we are stronger. Intertwined, we thrive.
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Help us grow - become one of our sponsors
As a festival we always aim to grow and develop every year. We hope to offer more variety in our programme, build the resources we can offer, become more sustainable, accessible and overall improve the experience of everyone who engages with the festival. We are run by a small team, big ambitions and an amazing group of volunteers and collaborators. Help us build stronger roots so that we can continue to elevate how we showcase and inspire climate positivity in our communities.
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Our 2026 sponsorship document will be shared here very soon.
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Get in touch with us at edinburghclimatefestival@gmail.com to find out how you too can help support the festival.
Deliver a climate workshop with the festival
Want to share creative and fun climate related activities?
Please find all the info you need on how to apply below:
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General Information
Date: Saturday, 27th June 2026
Time: 12.00 PM – 7.00 PM
Location: The Meadows (Melville Drive, EH9 1ND)
Application Deadline: 30th April 2026
Application Form: click here
This is a paid opportunity
Enquires: edinburghclimatefestival@gmail.com
​​​
This year's theme: Intertwined
​
Following last year’s theme of Root & Rise, we are left with the question: what makes a forest truly strong, resilient, and nourished?
The answer lies beneath our feet, in mycelium.
Mycelium is an underground root-like network of entangled threads of fungi. It creates vast connections between plants and trees serving as a shared resource for nutrients, supporting growth as well as being a magnificent communication highway, sending signals and protecting one another. Our 2026 theme embodies this ethos – supporting connection between ourselves, those around us and nature, expanding from local action to global solidarity. A reminder that fundamentally, we are all nature. Mycelium teaches us that ecosystems flourish through collaboration, shared resources, and mutual care. Our communities can do the same. Facing climate challenges alone can feel overwhelming. But when we recognise how deeply intertwined we are, we also recognise our shared strength. Through collective action we can exchange ideas, re-energise, and cultivate meaningful change. Whether you’re beginning your sustainability journey or deeply rooted in climate work, join us to build a hopeful and connected community - forming our own vibrant, intertwined network.
Intertwined, we are stronger. Intertwined, we thrive.
Join us in intertwining climate ideas with art
Want to help us bring the festival's visual atmosphere to life?
Please find all the info you need on how to apply to join our programme below:
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General Information
Date: Saturday, 27th June 2026
Time: 12.00 PM – 7.00 PM
Location: The Meadows (Melville Drive, EH9 1ND)
Application Deadline: 30th April 2026
Application Form: click here
This is a voluntary opportunity (subject to payment in the event of new funds)
Enquires: edinburghclimatefestival@gmail.com
​​​
This year's theme: Intertwined
​
Following last year’s theme of Root & Rise, we are left with the question: what makes a forest truly strong, resilient, and nourished?
The answer lies beneath our feet, in mycelium.
Mycelium is an underground root-like network of entangled threads of fungi. It creates vast connections between plants and trees serving as a shared resource for nutrients, supporting growth as well as being a magnificent communication highway, sending signals and protecting one another. Our 2026 theme embodies this ethos – supporting connection between ourselves, those around us and nature, expanding from local action to global solidarity. A reminder that fundamentally, we are all nature. Mycelium teaches us that ecosystems flourish through collaboration, shared resources, and mutual care. Our communities can do the same. Facing climate challenges alone can feel overwhelming. But when we recognise how deeply intertwined we are, we also recognise our shared strength. Through collective action we can exchange ideas, re-energise, and cultivate meaningful change. Whether you’re beginning your sustainability journey or deeply rooted in climate work, join us to build a hopeful and connected community - forming our own vibrant, intertwined network.
Intertwined, we are stronger. Intertwined, we thrive.
Deliver a talk at this year's festival
Want to share your knowledge, skills or lived experience with our festival attendees?
Please find all the info you need on how to apply to join our programme below:
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General Information
Date: Saturday, 27th June 2026
Time: 12.00 PM – 7.00 PM
Location: The Meadows (Melville Drive, EH9 1ND)
Application Deadline: 30th April 2026
Application Form: click here
This is a voluntary opportunity
Enquires: edinburghclimatefestival@gmail.com
​​​
This year's theme: Intertwined
​
Following last year’s theme of Root & Rise, we are left with the question: what makes a forest truly strong, resilient, and nourished?
The answer lies beneath our feet, in mycelium.
Mycelium is an underground root-like network of entangled threads of fungi. It creates vast connections between plants and trees serving as a shared resource for nutrients, supporting growth as well as being a magnificent communication highway, sending signals and protecting one another. Our 2026 theme embodies this ethos – supporting connection between ourselves, those around us and nature, expanding from local action to global solidarity. A reminder that fundamentally, we are all nature. Mycelium teaches us that ecosystems flourish through collaboration, shared resources, and mutual care. Our communities can do the same. Facing climate challenges alone can feel overwhelming. But when we recognise how deeply intertwined we are, we also recognise our shared strength. Through collective action we can exchange ideas, re-energise, and cultivate meaningful change. Whether you’re beginning your sustainability journey or deeply rooted in climate work, join us to build a hopeful and connected community - forming our own vibrant, intertwined network.
Intertwined, we are stronger. Intertwined, we thrive.
Join our programme by performing at the festival
Want to help us bring the festival's atmosphere to life?
Please find all the info you need on how to apply to join our programme below:
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General Information
Date: Saturday, 27th June 2026
Time: 12.00 PM – 7.00 PM
Location: The Meadows (Melville Drive, EH9 1ND)
Application Deadline: 30th April 2026
Application Form: click here
This is a paid opportunity
Enquires: edinburghclimatefestival@gmail.com
​​​
This year's theme: Intertwined
​
Following last year’s theme of Root & Rise, we are left with the question: what makes a forest truly strong, resilient, and nourished?
The answer lies beneath our feet, in mycelium.
Mycelium is an underground root-like network of entangled threads of fungi. It creates vast connections between plants and trees serving as a shared resource for nutrients, supporting growth as well as being a magnificent communication highway, sending signals and protecting one another. Our 2026 theme embodies this ethos – supporting connection between ourselves, those around us and nature, expanding from local action to global solidarity. A reminder that fundamentally, we are all nature. Mycelium teaches us that ecosystems flourish through collaboration, shared resources, and mutual care. Our communities can do the same. Facing climate challenges alone can feel overwhelming. But when we recognise how deeply intertwined we are, we also recognise our shared strength. Through collective action we can exchange ideas, re-energise, and cultivate meaningful change. Whether you’re beginning your sustainability journey or deeply rooted in climate work, join us to build a hopeful and connected community - forming our own vibrant, intertwined network.
Intertwined, we are stronger. Intertwined, we thrive.
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