If you enjoy going to music festivals then it could be worth thinking about volunteering to work at some of your favourite events. It could sound like a load of unnecessary work that could threaten to take the fun out of the festival experience, but this certainly isn’t the case and for those who have never tried it it’s well worth a go. There are loads of organisations that require volunteers to work shifts at music festivals and events, so if you think it’s something for you then you shouldn’t have to look too far to find available positions.
So why is festival volunteering so good? We’ve put together a list of reasons below:
Free Entry – Anyone will know that festival tickets, especially for the larger events, can be very expensive. many people enjoy going to festivals but simply can’t afford to go to all the events they want to. This is where festival volunteering can become your saviour. In return for working a set number of hours, the biggest perk of the job is your free ticket. Once you’ve worked your shifts you are then free to watch the bands and enjoy the festival
Meet Some Cool People – Volunteering to work at a festival is also great fun. If you’re working for a large organisation then it’s likely that there will be a large group of people volunteering with you. This naturally creates a great environment from which to meet some really cool new friends. In fact, if you speak to any festival volunteering veterans, you’ll probably find that they return year after year to catch up with all the friends they’ve made at previous events.
The Best Camping – For many people who attend music festivals, the camping can often be the worst part of the experience. However, as a volunteer you’ll be able to camp away from the general public in the relative luxury of the staff campsite. Staff campsites are an altogether nicer affair with separate toilets, showers and sometimes catering. It is really nice to be at a festival yet have the benefit of being able to camp away from all the madness.
Experience Another Side To Festivals – As a volunteer you’ll be a crucial part of making sure the event runs well and that the festival goers have a safe and enjoyable time. It’s absolutely fascinating to see how the festival operates from the other side of the fence. If you’ve been to festivals before and you’re looking for a slightly different experience then working at your favorite event could be the perfect opportunity for you.
If you’re still not sure as to whether festival volunteering is for you, then try inquiring with some companies that provide staff and volunteers to your favorite festivals.
If you want to find out more about volunteering at festivals, try taking a look at the PAAM blog. PAAM is an event management software application that helps provide and manage volunteers and staff at some of the UK’s biggest events.