• WONDERFEST
    VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

    Saturday, October 5 noon - 7 p.m.

    (some volunteer shifts start earlier)

    88 Oakdale Ave. Akron, OH 44320


    Join us for the 3rd annual Wonderfest, a vibrant celebration of everything weird and wonderful about West Hill! This unique festival invites you to dive into an unforgettable experience filled with creativity, community, and fun.

    As a volunteer, you’ll be an essential part of this exciting event!

    Whether you’re helping with setup, assisting vendors, or guiding attendees, your support will help create a magical atmosphere at Wonderfest. Come be part of something special and help us celebrate the eclectic spirit of West Hill!

    We can’t wait to see you there!

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  • Volunteer shifts are two hours. Please pick the position and time(s) you are available to volunteer. 

  • Festival Foundations Crew (floating): Help set up equipment, booths, and infrastructure before the festival starts.

  • Clean Team (floating): Monitor and empty trash and recycling bins throughout the event. The Clean Team will also help out filling water stations, and serve as runners.

  • Street Monitors (positioned at the end of streets: Woodland & Oakdale,  Balch & Crosby, Oakdale & Crosby): Oversee street traffic and pedestrian flow to help with safety outside the venue. Counts people coming in, hands out program, provides directions.

  • ID Checkers (pocket park): Verify attendee IDs to ensure compliance with age restrictions for beer sales.

  • Care Crew (certified only please): Provide basic first aid and emergency support during the event.

  • Brew Crew (must be 21--pocket park): Serve beer  & soda to attendees and ensures responsible alcohol distribution.

  • Roadie (pocket park): Help bands with equipment setup, stage preparation, and any needs they may have during the event.

  • Pumpkin Painting Pros (Oakdale): Assist attendees in painting and decorating pumpkins while ensuring a positive and welcoming atmosphere.

  • Info & Inventory (WHNO Booth near the pocket park): Manage sales of event-related merchandise to attendees. Provides attendees with event information, directions, and assistance as needed.

  • Cleanup Champions (pocket park): Assist in dismantling and packing up equipment, booths, and infrastructure after the event ends.

  • After you click Submit, you will receive an email confirmation, along with a link to edit your volunteer schedule. We'll also send you a contact number for coordination and any quesitons you might have. 

    When you show up for your shift, be sure to check in with Adelina. Each volunteer gets 2 drink tokens, a free hand-dyed/hand printed bandana and a Wonderfest 2024 t-shirt!

    Thank you for your willingness to volunteer! Your support makes a big difference and helps bring our community together. We appreciate your time and effort, and we look forward to seeing you at Wonderfest!

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