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Volunteer
Join The Valhalla Horde
Valhalla Viking Festival is organised by Andreea and Steve, and brought to life with the help of volunteers.
Volunteering is a fantastic way to form lasting friendships, get behind-the-scenes insight into one of the biggest Viking camping festivals in the UK, and become part of the crew that helps make Valhalla happen.
You need a valid festival ticket for the day you are volunteering. If you have a Weekend Ticket, you can volunteer any time from setup to take-down.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering at Valhalla is its own kind of wild experience.
Become Part Of The Horde
Bonds are formed in the fires of a different kind of battle, full of laughter, banter and, if we are being honest, occasional chaos.
Those who join forces to bring the festival to life often return for the camaraderie, the pride of being part of something special, and the feeling that Valhalla is not just something you watch — it is something you help create.
Volunteers have a special insight into Valhalla, and there is a lasting connection between many of the people who have helped over the years.
Volunteer Benefits
A chance to help build the festival, make friends and celebrate together afterwards.
Community
You will find a friendly community and a brilliant way to make new friends while being part of something special.
Pride
There is a real sense of pride in helping bring Valhalla to life for everyone who attends.
After Party
Anyone who volunteers any amount of time and is still around on Monday evening is welcome to join our volunteer-only after party.
The Monday Victory Celebration
Once most of the work is out of the way, we put on a special get-together for volunteers. Surrounded by the Gods, with lights and a Valhalla fire pit, we bring out the BBQs and drinks sponsored by SkullVikings.
We celebrate, tell stories of our experiences, sing by the fire and enjoy the post-event victory together. For Steve, Andreea and Freya, this is where the heart of Valhalla truly beats.
If you volunteer and are still around on Monday evening, we hope you will join us.
When Volunteers Are Needed
Help is needed before, during and after the festival.
Setup
Tuesday 21 July 2026
Main infrastructure setup and furniture arrives.
Wednesday 22 July 2026
Main infrastructure and furniture.
Thursday 23 July 2026
Decorations and other bits, some involving heavy lifting.
Open Days
Thursday 23 July to Sunday 26 July 2026
Stewarding, cleaning, ticket office, Feast Hall help and other roles while the festival is open.
Tear-Down
Monday 27 July 2026
Tuesday 28 July 2026
Wednesday 29 July 2026
Help packing down and clearing the site is greatly appreciated.
Who Can Volunteer?
Only ticket holders can volunteer.
If you have purchased a ticket and want to get involved, please fill in the form at the bottom of this page. Suppliers who want to get involved are welcome to offer help as well.
If you have any limitations, conditions or plans we need to be aware of, please keep us in the loop so we can plan accordingly and help you enjoy your time.
Only ticket holders can volunteer. If you are offering a workshop, talk or want to get involved in a different way, please visit the participate page.
What Sort Of Jobs Are There?
There are two main areas: setup / tear-down and open festival jobs.
Setup & Tear-Down
Decorating, carrying, moving, packing, clearing, preparing areas and helping the site come together before opening or return to normal after the festival.
Where appropriate or needed, tools and safety gear are provided.
Open Festival Jobs
Gateway, entrance, ticket checking, directing the public, serving during the Feast, tidying, cleaning, stewarding, kitchen, bar and more.
There will be a wide choice of areas to work in.
Volunteer Expectations
Please be honest about what you can do, and tell us quickly if something changes.
The Two Golden Rules
- Do not over-commit yourself
- Tell us if you cannot do something
Telling us quickly what you can or cannot do helps us plan properly. We understand that everyone volunteering at Valhalla also has other commitments, so we plan ahead to cope with this.
Setup & Tear-Down Safety
Setting up the event requires a lot of work. Volunteers who help with setup are able to camp any day from Tuesday, and those helping with tear-down can leave any time up to Wednesday evening at the latest.
If you want to help with setup or tear-down, you need a ticket to Valhalla. We do not allow under-18s on site during setup or tear-down without explicit permission.
During setup and tear-down, Valhalla is a construction site and we are liable for your safety. If you do not follow instructions, we will be forced to remove you from site for your safety and everyone else’s safety.
If you are on site for setup or tear-down, you must help with whatever is needed, not just what you are interested in, with exceptions made for physical limitations. There is plenty of lifting and shifting requiring a degree of physical fitness and mobility.
How Do I Know Where I’m Needed?
You sign up for shifts. Closer to the festival, an online booking system will be available so you can track where you are needed and when.
We also have a WhatsApp chat for anything that pops up. The chat is active all year and is a great way to get to know your fellow volunteers ahead of time, so you will be working with friends already.
You will need to join the WhatsApp chat to qualify for volunteering.
Volunteer Hours & Rewards
Volunteer rewards are based on the amount of time given.
At Least 1 Shift
Free festival T-shirt.
Volunteer after party invite.
Over 24 Hours
Free festival T-shirt.
Volunteer after party invite.
2027 Weekend Ticket without Feast.
Over 48 Hours
Minimum of 12 hours during Friday to Sunday.
Free festival T-shirt.
Volunteer after party invite.
2027 Weekend Ticket with Feast.
Why Don’t We Give Current-Year Tickets?
In the past, some people promised to help in exchange for a free ticket to the festival they were attending, but then did not show up for shifts. This caused difficulties during the event, so we are unable to offer free tickets for the current festival.
Instead, volunteer rewards work as a delayed reward. Volunteer a decent amount of time in 2026 and receive a free ticket to Valhalla 2027. If you do not volunteer a decent amount of time in 2027, you do not receive a free ticket to 2028.
Volunteer tickets do not carry over. If you volunteer in 2026 and cannot attend in 2027, the ticket cannot be moved to 2028.
Ready To Join Us?
Calling on all volunteers to apply now.
Fill In The Form Below
To apply, please buy your ticket first and then fill in the form below.
If you are not ready to apply yet, you can join the mailing list at the bottom of the website for volunteer calls, news and updates, or contact us at info@valhallavikingfestival.com.
All volunteers must comply with the site rules.
See You In Valhalla
Thank you for helping us bring this festival to life. We cannot do it without the Horde.