Welcome Team
Greet families, answer basic questions, and help guests find activities.
Volunteer opportunities
Portland festival volunteers
Volunteers help Portland families feel welcomed, keep activity areas moving, and make the day feel cared for from setup to close.
Volunteer roles
Choose a role that fits your energy, schedule, and comfort level. The team will follow up with details before festival day.
Kids Activities
Support creative stations, games, lines, and safe transitions between activities.
Stage Support
Help performers, stage flow, cueing, and behind-the-scenes communication.
Vendor Support
Assist vendor check-in, setup questions, and simple wayfinding around the market.
Setup & Close
Support morning prep, signage, supplies, cleanup, and end-of-day organization.
Language Help
Help families and participants feel comfortable across languages when possible.
Who can help
A good fit for teens, adults, teams, and community groups
Volunteer support is welcome from individuals, families, student groups, youth teams, business teams, and community organizations that want to serve Portland families.
- Friendly, reliable, and comfortable working around families.
- Able to follow event team instructions and ask questions early.
- Available for a festival shift, setup, close, or a full-day role.
- Bilingual or multilingual helpers are especially welcome.
Volunteer day flow
The final schedule will be shared closer to September 27, 2026. These are the main moments where volunteer support matters most.
Setupsignage, supplies, booths, and check-in support
Welcomeguest greeting, wayfinding, and family questions
Activitiesgames, creative stations, stage flow, and lines
Closecleanup, lost items, supplies, and final support