Volunteer with The Vancouver Folk Music Festival!

Organization:

Vancouver Folk Music Festival

Deadline:

Jun. 20, 2025

Organization Description:

The Vancouver Folk Music Festival is a Canadian cultural institution. It is a unique community-based celebration internationally renowned for presenting the finest traditional and contemporary folk and roots music from around the world. Now in its 48th year, the Festival continues to be one of the city’s most beloved, enjoyed, and respected events. Through the years, the Festival has won “Best Local Music Festival” by readers of the Georgia Straight and the Westender. Each year, the Festival draws tens of thousands of enthusiastic attendees to beautiful Jericho Beach Park. Two and even three generations of families join friends and fellow community members to experience the music and culture of more than 40 international, national, and local acts. They come together to dance and to enjoy food and children’s activities – and the magical ambience of the Festival.

Organization Website:

http://thefestival.bc.ca/

Volunteer Opportunity Description:

Do you want to be a part of a truly magical weekend? Every year an amazing team of 1000+ passionate, dedicated volunteers gather together to create an outstanding, community-driven festival at ʔəy̓alməxʷ Jericho Beach Park. Volunteers work across 50 different committees and help support nearly all aspects of the festival! From fostering a welcoming and safe environment for audience members, to supporting and guiding artists, to connecting and engaging with the community, and keeping the park clean and cared for – there's a role for all interests.

Responsibilities:

Our volunteer opportunities are diverse, and there's a place for everyone. You can read full committee descriptions and requirements at https://thefestival.bc.ca/volunteer-committee-descriptions-2024/

Qualifications:

Volunteers must be 14+
Some committees may have specific requirements (Serving it Right, Class 5 Drivers License, the ability to lift 50lbs, etc).
Weekend committee members volunteer for 15 hours.
Pre/Post Festival commitee members volunteer for 30 hours.

How to Apply:

Please visit https://thefestival.bc.ca/volunteer/ for full details on volunteer requirements, perks, roles, and more.

Please apply directly via the website:
https://thefestival.bc.ca/volunteer-application-2025/

Contact Name: Parisa Ebrahimi
Contact Email Address: volunteers@thefestival.bc.ca