Volunteers
Volunteers
Volunteers
We are now accepting volunteers for the 2019 Folks Festival. After carefully reading through this page, proceed to the new online volunteer application via the link at the bottom of this page. Thanks for your interest, volunteers are the BEST!
Volunteers represent Planet Bluegrass to thousands of Festivarians. If the thought of remaining sober during your shifts bums you out, volunteering is not for you. If greeting and helping Festivarians does seem like something you want to do, then we would love to have you be a part of our team!
For 2019, we’re excited to introduce a new online volunteer application process which will allow you to access all your volunteer information online, including the status of your application and your shift schedule. To help us insure a full volunteer team, this year we’re also requiring everyone to buy a reimbursable ticket in order to volunteer. (This ticket will be reimbursed after you fulfill your volunteer duties.) We appreciate your understanding of this new requirement, and as always, we welcome your feedback on the new volunteer process.
Volunteer Positions
If assigned to the box office, you will meet and greet Festivarians, exchange tickets for wristbands, sell festival tickets, help direct Festivarians, and answer questions. We are looking for organized and friendly folks who are willing to help out in a fast-paced environment. Shifts are typically 4 hours each and begin as early as Tuesday before the festival begins through Sunday.
If working at customs, you’ll greet Festivarians, check that Festivarians are adorned with the proper wristband, and gently check backpacks for glass & alcohol. This is the main entrance to the festival and sets the tone of friendly Festivarianism. This position is for people who can work quickly with a smile. These shifts are 4 hours each and all occur Friday-Sunday of the festival.
Parking duties include greeting Festivarians, checking to make sure that folks have the proper credentials including parking passes and wristbands, directing vehicles, maintaining proper traffic flow, and assuring that folks park properly. We are looking for people who pay attention to detail, can help confidently direct traffic and can work in the elements of sun, rain, wind and dust. These shifts are 4 hours each and all occur Friday-Sunday of the festival.
Duties include checking for appropriate Festivarian wristbands, educating campers on rules and regulations, and gently checking backpacks for glass & alcohol. This is one of the entrances to the festival and sets the tone of friendly Festivarianism. This position is for people who can work quickly with a smile. These shifts are 4 hours each and all occur Friday-Sunday of the festival.
Duties include pouring coffee and beer while having a BLAST! You must be 21 years of age to volunteer for this position. We are looking for folks who are outgoing and willing to have fun with every Festivarian. Smiling and laughing are highly encouraged while an ability to work quickly with money is a must. There are many return volunteers for this position, so it fills up quickly. These shifts are 4 hours each and all occur Friday-Sunday of the festival.
Camp gate objectives are to greet Festivarians, exchange camping tickets for wristbands, check wristbands, educate campers on all rules and regulations, help guide parking and/or assist at crosswalks. Shifts are typically 4 hours each and begin as early as Monday before the festival begins through Sunday.
Greet Festivarians and direct them to the Box Office. Direct traffic and check vehicle stickers, tickets, and wristbands. These shifts are 4 hours each and all occur Friday-Sunday of the festival.
Help children and their families with face painting, and arts and crafts. Face painting experience and patience is a must. There are many return volunteers for this position, so it fills up quickly. These are all 4 hour shifts that occur during daytime hours Thursday through Sunday of the festival.
This highly sought after volunteer position is only for those who have volunteered for Planet Bluegrass a minimum of 3 times and have restaurant experience. Shifts are 5 hours each (total of 15 hrs) with a few shifts available the Thursday before the festival and the Monday after the festival.
Eligibility & Requirements
- Only volunteers over the age of 18 may apply.
- Ability to work each day of the festival. You will be assigned three 4-hour shifts (approximately 12 hrs total), in exchange for a 3-Day Festival Pass. Each volunteer will be assigned a morning, afternoon, and evening/closing shift. There are a few positions Monday-Thursday before the festival. Please see location descriptions above for more details.
- Only applications filled out in their entirety will be considered.
- All applicants must enter credit card information. Payments of a non-refundable processing fee of $15 and a refundable ticket deposit (which will be refunded after all volunteer shifts are fulfilled) are required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Camping is NOT included, but we will have several camping areas available. You can purchase camping passes over the phone (800-624-2422) or via shop.bluegrass.com if they are still available.
Children may not accompany you during your volunteer shifts. We need your full attention during your scheduled volunteer shifts. Of course, they are welcome to join you at the festival and in the campgrounds (if you have purchased camping).
We’ll make every effort to schedule you around your favorite band, but we can’t guarantee it. Please note on your application the one band that you can’t miss (if there is one).
We make every effort to make sure you volunteer with your friends. There is a section on the application where you can put the person’s name(s). Please submit applications within the same week. The closer you submit your applications, the more likely you will be able to work together. If you submit them too far apart the times may be filled.