Volunteering Opportunity: VO105853

• Gala Day Entertainment Co-ordinator
  with Dunfermline Children's Gala Committee.

  Created/last updated: 21/05/2026

  
  

  About this opportunity:	Dunfermline Children's Gala is one of the highlights of the city's summer, with a history stretching back to the early 20th century  •  The event features a parade of primary school children through the city centre to Pittencrieff Park, followed by a picnic lunch and an afternoon of entertainment  •  Our aim is to provide a fun, inclusive day for Dunfermline's primary school children and their families, whatever their background  •  As Gala Day Entertainment Co-ordinator, you will help deliver a smooth and enjoyable afternoon programme in the open-air arena  •  The line-up is largely in place, but they need someone to finalise arrangements and coordinate the entertainment on the day  •  Using your organisational skills and any event experience, you will ensure performers arrive and finish on time, and deal with any issues that arise  •
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	18
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	The volunteer will be supported by the Chair and other members of the committee on an ongoing basis.
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - They will reimburse pre-agreed travel expenses.
  Experience required:	They would love to hear from someone who enjoys working with people and is confident communicating with a range of entertainers, while also keeping the Trustees updated and reassured that everything is on track; has some experience of helping to run an event, although this could come from different places — for example through performing arts studies, amateur dramatics, or community events; is organised, reliable and able to see things through, while being comfortable taking the lead on the day with support from the committee when needed.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	No restrictions were specified.
  Application process:	Application Form; Informal Chat
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.