Volunteers have made the Dorrigo Folk & Bluegrass Festival possible for 23 years now. The generosity and hard work of volunteers contributes to year after year of a successful friendly and safe festival environment. 

Why volunteer at the Dorrigo Folk & Bluegrass Festival?

• Receive a full weekend pass in exchange for 12 hrs of volunteer work. 
• Receive a volunteer t-shirt.
• Meet and work with like-minded people who are enthusiastic and passionate about participating in a community event and contributing to the smooth running of a music festival.
• We can write you a reference upon request once you have volunteered with us.

 

Our volunteers bring a variety of skills and experience to the festival, with and without formal qualifications.

All volunteers must:

• Display a respectful, friendly and approachable manner;
• Show respect and acceptance to all, ensuring everyone an enjoyable and safe experience by embracing diversity regardless of race, age, religion, appearance, gender or sexuality;
• Contribute to a positive working environment free of intimidation, bullying, ridicule, harassment and abuse;
• Support and promote a sense of community where every contribution helps create the friendly festival environment we aim to continue fostering;
• Communicate clearly and kindly;
• Comply at all times with our policies;
• Comply with current NSW Government regulations;
• Show up on time to enthusiastically carry out allocated tasks.

Please remember that:

• Individuals are accountable for their own actions and must act in accordance with the Human Rights Act 2004 and our Code of Conduct;
• Volunteers should be mindful of, and responsive to, situations/issues that require attention and use sound judgment and critical thinking to recognise and resolve issues that can be resolved, or reporting any issues necessary to the Volunteer Team Leaders.  
• Volunteers with previous festival volunteering experience and suitable availability will be given priority during the selection process. 
• In keeping with our family friendly festival & safety regulations, we do not permit consumption of alcohol, drugs or smoking on the festival site. 

What roles are available?

• Camping Hub Team – Registrations & Marshalls.
• Kids Area – help decorate the Kids Area and assist workshops and activities throughout the weekend.
• Festival Hub – Scanning and sales of Tickets / Merchandise- setting up displays and sales.
• Festival Gate Welcome Team – Welcoming patrons through gates and checking wristbands.
• Green Team – Minimise waste to landfill.
• MC and Venue Managers – MC’ing and Operation of venues.
• Performer Hub – Welcome, Check-In & assist Performers.
• Pre-Festival Admin – Computer or management skills required.
• Festival Set Up/Pull Down Team – site works.
• Venue Decoration – Artistic flare welcomed.
• Volunteer Hub Team – Registering & directing volunteers.