Greater New Bedford Summerfest

An International Folk Music and Arts Festival

 

Get
your
TICKET
info
here

Volunteer Information

 

summerfest poster image

Help Promote Summerfest!

You can help promote and advertise Summerfest by printing out some posters and putting them up at you local gathering places, music venues, and workplace. Download either the small or large poster here:

 

photo of a Summerfest volunteer

Why volunteer at Summerfest?

  • Meet new people
  • Receive a free Summerfest T-shirt guaranteed with advance sign up
  • Access to all music venues at no charge
  • Get involved in your community and build morale
  • Help to make the festival a great community event
  • Have lots of fun!

How can I get involved?

Select a job that's right for you from the following list:

Job #

Title

Description

1

Friday Night Concert

Ticket checkers

2

Grounds Keeper

General street maintenance, sanitation and trash removal

3

Wristband Checker

Welcomes and checks visitors for wristbands

4

Runners

Set-up and assist Summerfest staff (some heavy lifting required)

5

District Set-up

Set-up area for festival opening, put up signage and assist crafters (must be able to lift 10-30 pounds. Saturday 9am—1pm only)

6

Craft Assistant • Saturday

Assist craft coordinator and crafters

7

Craft Assistant • Sunday

Assist craft coordinator and crafters

How do I sign up?

Download the information sheet and sign-up form PDF.

Then fill out the form and mail it to:

New Bedford Economic Development Council
1213 Purchase Street, 3rd Floor
New Bedford, MA 02740

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All photos this page by Denn Santoro