Blues & BBQ Volunteer Application

14th Annual Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival Saturday, Sept 20, 2025 Hey there, rockin' volunteers of Blues & BBQ! It’s hard to believe, but our 14th annual Blues & BBQ festival is just around the corner, and the excitement is building! We want to take a moment to celebrate you—the driving force behind this fantastic event. Your incredible support year after year makes all the difference. So, lace up those dancing shoes and prepare for another unforgettable festival experience! Get ready for some exciting updates! This year, we’re adding a fresh twist to the festival and turning up the heat with new changes that you won’t want to miss. Here’s what’s on the menu: 1. Fan Favorite Shifts: We are once again doing the 3 shifts, which was preferred by our volunteers. 2. Hall of Fame for our dedicated Volunteers: This year, the Blues & BBQ Festival Hall of Fame will honor all volunteers who have contributed to the festival for 10 or more years. If you've volunteered for a decade or more, please let me know, and we'll add your name to the list. We have records of all volunteer shifts since the festival began, so we can confirm everyone's participation. 3. More Positions, More Friends!: We've added around 50 new positions that are spread out from Thursday through Saturday. That brings our total volunteer staffing needs up to 128, so signing up and inviting your friends is now more important than ever!! So, are you ready to spice up your summer with Blues & BBQ awesomeness? Sign up for your favorite shift right away and make this the best festival yet! If you have any questions or just want to share some excitement, feel free to reach out to me at 239-462-8773. Let's get this party started - one beat, one bite, and one unforgettable experience at a time! Yours in Blues & BBQ, Dena Martin, Festival Volunteer Coordinator P.S. Spread the joy! Don't forget to invite your friends and family to join in on the fun. The more, the merrier!