Volunteer Today

There is a job for every interest at the Festival.  If you have questions or concerns about what volunteer positions will fit your needs best, please e-mail.  Volunteers who are hearing impaired, deaf or handicapped are also encouraged to volunteer.  Please see our detailed list of volunteer job descriptions for more information:

 

  1. Beer and Wine Sales
    Volunteers working here will make sure that people with alcohol do not leave the Beer Garden and that the Garden is kept clean and neat. Volunteers may also assist with running the cash register and pouring of beverages. YOU MUST BE 21 OR OLDER TO VOLUNTEER IN THE BEER AND WINE AREA.
  2. Bike Valet
    Volunteers will be working to manage the bike valet operation and safeguarding bikes throughout the event. Volunteers will tag each bike with a two-piece tag and store bike in valet area. Volunteers will also maintain a secure and clean bike valet area.
  3. Gate Cashiers
    Volunteers working one of the 4 gates will serve as greeters and collect entrance fees. Please be prepared to interface with customers and be on your feet. Customer service skills, a winning smile and flexibility are a must! Volunteers working here should have experience handling money, counting change.
  4. Breakdown/Strike
    Lifting is involved! A large part of breakdown is assisting with clean up and moving chairs and tables. Helping to lift heavy items can be involved. You may also be asked to help with trash collection and general clean up of the park. Thank you for helping us late into the night! We should be done by around 10pm if all goes well.
  5. Exhibitor/Team/Vendor Registration

    Volunteers working in exhibitor registration must be well-organized, patient and good-humored, customer-service-oriented individuals. All exhibitors are required to check in before entering the event space and to register before setting up their booth. Volunteers are responsible for checking in teams,exhibitors and vendors ensuring that they have provided their completed paperwork, collecting payment when necessary, providing badges and disseminating other relevant information.

    Volunteers will also sign in members of the media, secure on-site contact information and publications specifics, then provide an appropriate badge. Please note the volume of media registering throughout the day varies. Because of this, we ask that you only sign up for this position if you are comfortable with some ‘non-activity’ during your shift. You’re welcome to bring reading materials with you for this position.

  6. T-Shirt Store
    Volunteers working here will assist with setting up their booth, folding clothing, and booth design. Volunteers will assist the store with sales, security, folding, organizing and stocking. Some retailing experience is helpful but not required for volunteers in this position.
  7. VIP Tent
    Ideally, volunteers will have cafe or barista experience. Volunteers will be making and serving coffee, beer and cocktails for VIPs and sponsors.
  8. Kid’s Zone
    Kid’s Zone volunteers will help facilitate kid’s programs throughout their shift, and make sure parents do not leave their children unattended (parents must stay in Kid’s Zone with children). Volunteers should be comfortable working with children and with assisting in implementing various children’s programs.
  9. Information Desk
    Volunteers working at the information desk must become very knowledgeable about the event as they will be asked a variety of questions and must be able to communicate special requests to event staff. Customer service skills are very important. Volunteers will be provided with all relevant information, including a map and an information binder. Volunteers will also be in charge of keeping track of lost and found items. The Information Desk will also be where lost children are brought to meet their parents. A staff member will be available nearby or on radio.
  10. Main stage
    Volunteers for the main stage will ensure that attendees have a wrist band/badge and will assist in helping performing acts set up so they can start in a timely manner. A staff member will be onsite at all times to train and guide volunteers.
  11. Setup
    Involves heavy lifting and you need to be an early riser! Setup volunteers will assist staff with preparing for the event on Saturday morning. Tasks include creating and placing signage (includes the use of some simple tools) setting up registration areas, distributing tables and chairs and materials for partners If you are not comfortable with heavy lifting, you should choose another volunteer position.
  12. Volunteer Registration
    Volunteers working in volunteer registration will assist with giving out t-shirts, making sure volunteers sign the volunteer waiver, and running the volunteer coat check in the volunteer lounge. Volunteers may also run errands and escort other volunteers to their respective areas.

Volunteering with a Group

If you’d like to bring a group to volunteer, please contact  to arrange a group volunteer reservation. Group slots fill quickly, so the earlier the better!

Volunteer Benefits

Volunteers are asked to commit to at least one 4.5 – 5 hour shift and receive:

  • Free access into the festival.
  • An exclusive cotton t-shirt.
  • Snacks, relaxation and a free coat check in the Volunteer Lounge.
  • An amazing networking opportunity and a fun, rewarding experience!
  • Build your resume

 

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