Volunteer Application Form
🟢 APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN UNTIL TUES JUNE 17 at MIDNIGHT ⭐️
🟢 APPLICATIONS CLOSE TUES JUNE 17 at MIDNIGHT ⭐️
(See application form for roles still open)
Are you keen to help co-create The Vibe with us? We’re calling in passionate, reliable volunteers to support the magic behind the scenes!
At Nectar, we believe in creating a culture that feels alive, rooted, and blooming. Every volunteer is part of a living ecosystem that helps the festival thrive. Whether you’re buzzing with energy or grounded in deep commitment, there’s a place for you. Volunteering at Nectar is an opportunity to plug into the pulse of a growing community and contribute to something beautiful.
We recognize that financial barriers can limit connection, so we’ve designed our volunteer program to keep access as open as possible while still covering the needs of our first-year grassroots production.
Whether you're called to help with the build, showtime logistics, or the final tear down, we’re so excited to build this with you! Thank you for being part of the nectar we all get to share!!
If you have any issues with this form or have any further questions, feel free to reach out to us at: volunteers@thenectarfestival.com
Here’s how it works
Volunteers are required to purchase an entry ticket at the reduced cost of $200.
This amount includes a required $100 deposit to secure your spot. The deposit will be refunded to you in cash following your final shift, or if you prefer, via e-transfer within a week after the event.
🐝 Tier 1: Pollinators (10+ Hours) 🐝
Contribution:
Contribute 10 hours during the event or 16 hours pre or post-event in exchange for a discounted ticket at $100.
Who you are:
You bring the energy, colour, and movement. You’re the vital force that keeps the festival buzzing. Like bees and butterflies in a blooming field, you make things happen - whether you’re helping with set-up, greeting guests, or guiding people through the experience.
What you bring:
- A flexible commitment of at least 10 hours
- A collaborative spirit and curiosity
- Your unique presence and positivity
🌿 Tier 2: Root Crew (20+ Hours) 🌿
Contribution:
Contribute 20 hours during the event or 30 hours pre- or post-event in exchange for a fully comped ticket, though we still request a $100 deposit for these roles.
Who you are:
You go deeper. You keep it all grounded. For those interested in festival or event production, this is a great way to get your foot in the door with the Nectar crew! You’re the foundation under the flowers - the ones who put in the extra time, show up early, stay late, and hold it down behind the scenes. Like roots, your work may not always be seen - but everything depends on it.
You’re also part of the hive - a buzzing collective that moves with purpose, communicates with intention, and thrives on teamwork. Every role, every effort, every hand makes the whole stronger. When we come together, we build something bigger than ourselves.
What you bring:
- A commitment of 20+ hours
- Consistent reliability and responsibility
- Strong ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Communicates clearly, professionally, and with compassion
- A desire to support others and grow the festival from within
ROLE DESCRIPTIONS:
- Parking
You’ll be the first smiling face guests see! Parking Crew will help guide traffic, direct vehicles, and keep the entry zone flowing smoothly and safely. This role is perfect for calm, grounded folks with good awareness, clear and assertive communication, and a patient presence. - Gate
Welcome guests and help them get checked in. This role involves checking tickets, handing out wristbands, and helping answer questions. It’s a public-facing, high-vibe role perfect for organized, friendly humans.
- Set-up / Build
Help us bring the festival to life! Build volunteers assist with infrastructure, signage, decor installation, and general site prep. Ideal for folks who are physically capable, and enjoy hands-on tasks. - Tear down
Help close the weekend with intention. Tear Down volunteers assist with packing, sorting, and restoring the land with care.
It’s a hands-on, team-focused role with some lifting involved - perfect for grounded folks who value follow-through. We aim to leave no trace can finish strong after a full weekend of fun.
- First Aid
Hold it down for health and safety. Our First Aid volunteers are certified individuals ready to respond to minor injuries and coordinate with emergency services if needed. Must have up-to-date First Aid training or relevant experience. - Harm Reduction
Be a grounded presence on-site to help participants stay safe, hydrated, and supported. Harm Reduction team members staff the Sanctuary Space, offering non-judgmental care and support. Great for those with calm energy, awareness, and experience in peer support within festival culture.
- Drivers/Transpo
Be the wheels behind the magic! Drivers will help transport artists, supplies, or gear using larger vehicles like cube vans or RVs. Ideal for confident, licensed drivers - especially locals who know the area well. This role may include airport runs, daily missions, and helping the production team stay mobile. We'll request for you to provide us with an updated Driver's Abstract to fulfil this role. - Entry Helpers
Ease the arrival experience! Entry Helpers assist guests as they unload their gear and make their way to tent camping zones, since vehicles can’t drive directly to the sites. A great role for people who like being in motion and welcoming folks with a helping hand and a smile.
- Green team
Help keep the land and our event beautiful! Green Team volunteers do Leave No Trace patrols, recycling sorting, bin maintenance, and promote eco-awareness across the site. Perfect for those who care about sustainability and can keep spirits high even near the trash zones. Ability to stay through the end of Monday is a big asset! - Green Room
Keep the backstage energy nourished and flowing. Green Room volunteers help with light food prep, setting up meals, maintaining a cozy and clean vibe, and monitoring access by checking wristbands. Perfect for friendly, detail-oriented folks who enjoy caring for artists and crew behind the scenes.
- Art Gallery
Join the Archē Art Gallery team, you'll help bring our visionary gallery space to life and keep it running smoothly throughout the weekend — perched on the bluff with panoramic sunset views and ambient DJ sets. This role includes setup and takedown, art hanging and labeling, managing sales with a POS and spreadsheet, and daily opening/closing duties. You’ll help maintain the vibe, check in with artists and DJs, and keep the space welcoming and intentional. Volunteers are also invited to join live painting and contribute to the community art wall. If you are a visual artist — this is the role for you! - Tea house
Hold space in our cozy community hub. Tea House volunteers help serve tea, maintain calm and cleanliness in the space, and cultivate a welcoming vibe. Ideal for mellow, nurturing folks who like helping others feel grounded and at home. - The Swarm
Down for whatever? The Swarm is made up of flexible, can-do volunteers who aren’t tied to one task or team. From setup to strike, you might run supplies, help with signage, jump in with other crews, or tackle last-minute needs. This is the role for adaptable, reliable folks who thrive on variety, teamwork, and keeping the festival buzzing — from root to bloom.