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Artscape 2026 Volunteers

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Deadline: May 01, 2026 5:00 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Artscape 2026
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Date: May 23, 2026 10:00 am - May 24, 2026 9:00 pm (EDT)
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100 Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201, United States

About the event

ARTSCAPE 2026: BOLD. TRANSFORMATIVE. UNAPOLOGETICALLY BALTIMORE. Artscape is more than a festival—it’s a force. A dynamic collision of art, culture, and community impact, transforming Baltimore into a living, breathing canvas of creativity. For over 40 years, Artscape has been a catalyst for artistic expression, economic impact, and cultural transformation. Now, as part of Mayor Scott’s Downtown Rise Initiative, Artscape is moving into the heart of Downtown Baltimore, reimagining how a weekend festival can fuel long-term impact through creative placemaking and sustainable community investment. In 2023, we redefined the festival model—Artscape became a tool for city transformation, turning underutilized spaces into vibrant hubs of artistic energy. In 2025, we went even further, delivering immersive public art, high-impact installations, and curated experiences that elevate and celebrate Baltimore’s creative industry like never before. Now in 2026, were are perfecting everything we took a chance on last year. Join us! PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: Scout Art Fair – This bold art showcase at the War Memorial Building will present 50+ emerging and established artists, immersive installations, and cutting-edge cultural programming. Sondheim Exhibition – A premier visual arts exhibition featuring the work of the semi-finalists for the prestigious Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize, an award that recognizes the best talent in contemporary art in the Baltimore region. In Conversation Series – A curated dialogue series featuring unexpected pairings of thought leaders, artists, and cultural visionaries engaging in provocative discussions on the future of the arts, technology, culture, and creative economies—challenging perspectives and inspiring new ideas. Beyond the Reel – A new program track spotlighting the intersection of cinema, television, and digital storytelling that includes screenings, panel discussions, and filmmaker showcases, which celebrate the impact of Baltimore’s film and television industry. The Flavor Lab – A culinary experience celebrating Baltimore’s rich food culture, featuring top chefs, food innovators, and immersive dining experiences. Kidscape – A family-friendly activation designed to engage young audiences through hands-on art experiences, performances, and interactive storytelling. Artscape After Dark – The festival comes alive at night with electrifying performances, DJ sets, and avant-garde installations, creating an after-hours experience unlike any other. Public Space Renewed - Through a blend of public art, lighting installations, green spaces, and immersive experiences, this initiative will revitalize the underpasses beneath the Jones Falls Expressway (JFX), turning them into artist-led, community-driven spaces.
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About the application

Create Baltimore is seeking enthusiastic and hardworking volunteers to support Artscape 2026! Artscape is AMERICA’S LARGEST FREE outdoor arts festival, rocking the cultural heart of Baltimore since 1982. The festival was designed as an Arts Fair that marketed Baltimore as a cultural hub, generated local community support for the arts, and stimulated economic development and investment in the Mount Vernon/Bolton Hill neighborhood. Featuring more than 200 artist performers and over 100 visual artists and artisans, today’s Artscape will include visual art exhibitions, main stage music performances, culinary delights, community gathering spaces, immersive family & youth experiences, an artist marketplace, and so much more! An entirely accessible, 100% FREE, world-class arts festival situated right here in the heart of Baltimore City. Let’s come together and revel in the arts and celebrate 42 years of Artscape! What will volunteers do? Volunteers can expect to support different front-facing and behind-the-scenes areas during Artscape alongside diverse groups of staff and volunteer teams. Please note that all volunteer opportunities require various levels of skill, commitment, flexibility, and are subject to availability. Artscape Location: Downtown Baltimore (City Hall) Additional Info: We will work hard to match each volunteer with their areas of interest; we ask our volunteers to be flexible as we work to ensure all our programming receives the support, they need throughout the weekend. Also note that your Artscape application answers will also be taken into account when assigning you to a program/shift. What you will receive from Create Baltimore: Artscape Volunteer T-shirt You are required to wear your volunteer T-shirt when you are on-shift/Artscape footprint. Artscape Credentials Lunch and/or dinner for each shift you work (1) per shift

Shifts

Title Location Time Slots available Hours
Saturday - Morning Downtown Baltimore May 23, 2026 10:00 am - 2:30 pm 21 5
message Saturday morning shift. A T-shirt and lunch will be provided.
Saturday - Afternoon Downtown Baltimore May 23, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm 37 5
message Saturday afternoon shift. A T-shirt and dinner will be provided.
Saturday - Evening Downtown Baltimore May 23, 2026 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 41 4
message Saturday evening shift. A T-shirt and dinner will be provided.
Sunday - Morning Downtown Baltimore May 24, 2026 10:00 am - 2:30 pm 28 5
message Sunday morning shift. A T-shirt and lunch will be provided.
Sunday - Afternoon Downtown Baltimore May 24, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm 43 5
message Sunday afternoon shift. A T-shirt and dinner will be provided.
Sunday - Evening Downtown Baltimore May 24, 2026 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 44 4
message Sunday evening shift. A T-shirt and dinner will be provided.

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Volunteer information

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  • Emergency contacts
  • T-shirt size

Additional information

  • What is your T-shirt size?
  • Please select your area of interest in supporting the festival.
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