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Coronation of His Majesty The King & Her Majesty The Queen Consort

People across the country and the Commonwealth are invited to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort over a weekend of special events on 6–8 May.

Get involved

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

People enjoying a street party

The UK has a long history of organised street parties to celebrate national events. Why not organise one with your neighbours for the Coronation?

You’re welcome to host parties right across the Coronation weekend, or as part of the Coronation Big Lunches below. Read and follow government guidance on how to host a street party on GOV.UK.

If you’re planning to host a street party, submit your details to our interactive map.

Add your event to the Coronation map

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

Windsor Castle

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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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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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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