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Bear Village/HMD 4-4 (12 - 11pm Multiple Shifts)

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Deadline: Mar 20, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Lauderdale Tropical Bear Week 2026 (Mar 31–Apr 5)
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Date: Mar 31, 2026 2:00 pm - Apr 05, 2026 8:00 pm (EST)
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2209 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, Florida 33305-2131, United States

About the event

Lauderdale Tropical Bear Week (March 31–April 5, 2026) is a weeklong series of events across Fort Lauderdale and Wilton Manors, culminating in Bear Village at Richardson Park—a festival day with entertainment, vendors, food, and a cash bar. This Eventeny listing coordinates vendors for Bear Village and volunteers for all week events (check-in, setup/breakdown, hospitality, ops) across multiple venues; volunteers may sign up for multiple shifts. Protocol: check in on arrival, wear your wristband/badge, arrive 15 minutes early, follow staff/venue instructions, keep walkways/fire lanes clear, and clean up your area. Parking: use public lots/street parking near each venue; Richardson Park uses surrounding public parking; the beach party uses Birch State Park parking—allow extra travel/entry time. Full schedule: lauderdaletropicalbear.com.
RBK Productions, LLC
RBK Productions, LLC
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RBK Productions, LLC
RBK Productions, LLC
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About the application

This open air festival is the heart of the week with food, vendors, cold drinks, sunshine, and a huge mix of bears and friends roaming the grounds. Relax under the trees, explore the market, grab a bite, and enjoy an all day outdoor vibe that rolls straight into the evening. There are a lot of positions available with multiple shifts. The event is open 1pm -10pm. Volunteers should pay close attention to the shift times you choose for this evert. SOME POSITIONS AUTOMATICALLY GET A GENERAL ADMISSION FULL WEEK PASS FOR SIGNING UP. RETURNING VOLUNTEERS ARE PREFERRED FOR THESE SPECIAL POSITIONS.

Terms & Conditions

Volunteer applications are for Lauderdale Tropical Bear Week (March 31–April 5, 2026) events across Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors, and the beach. Roles include check-in/wristbands, hospitality, line/flow, runner support, and setup/breakdown (light lifting and keeping areas organized/clean). Protocol: check in on arrival, wear your volunteer credential, arrive 15 minutes early, follow venue/event lead instructions, keep exits/walkways/ADA access and fire lanes clear, and report any safety issues immediately. Setup/breakdown: some shifts start before doors for load-in and end after close for cleanup—please be on time and ready to stay through your scheduled shift. Volunteers may sign up for multiple shifts; full schedule at lauderdaletropicalbear.com. Contact is Volunteers@RainbowSidekick.org.

Shifts

Title Location Time Slots available Hours
Set-up temp Bear Village Meet at Eagle Bar/Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 2 4
message Set-up
Set-up temp Bear Village 9-5pm Meet at Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 3 8
message Set-up
Event Help Set Up & Roamer/Info Person/Guest Services Day Shift Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 0 8
message Arrive at Richardson Park by 10am to help Logistics Team Set Up, Direct Vendors, Help Where needed. When Festival Opens at 1pm, you become Guest Services for information, directions, and assistance with guest needs, etc. THESE POSITIONS AUTOMATICALLY GET A FULL WEEK PASS FOR SIGNING UP. RETURNING VOLUNTEERS PREFERRED.
Bartender Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 11:00 am - Apr 05, 2026 12:00 am 9 13
message This is a long shift. Bartenders are needed to show up an hour before the start of the event.
Security Asst Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 0 12
message Asst security
Security Mgr Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 0 12
Barback Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 12:00 pm - Apr 05, 2026 12:00 am 1 12
Check-in & Set Up/Ticket Sales Day Shift Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm 8 6
message If you volunteer for 6 hours, you will get a 2 separate tickets for 2 events of your choice. If you volunteer for 12 hours, you will get a general admission pass for the entire week of events. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please call me directly on my cell. 717-825-4141 I look forward to working with you! Sincerely, Chuck King - Events Producer
Greeter/ID Check/Security Wand DAY SHIFT Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm 5 6
message If you volunteer for 6 hours, you will get a 2 separate tickets for 2 events of your choice. If you volunteer for 12 hours, you will get a general admission pass for the entire week of events. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please call me directly on my cell. 717-825-4141 I look forward to working with you! Sincerely, Chuck King - Events Producer
Event Helper/Roamer/Info Person/Guest Services Evening Shift/Break Down Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 3:30 pm - 11:30 pm 5 8
message Relieve Event Helpers on Day Shift, Roam, Info Person and Guest Services, Break Down at end of event. THESE POSITIONS AUTOMATICALLY GET A GENERAL ADMISSION FULL WEEK PASS. RETURNING VOLUNTEERS ARE PREFERRED.
Set-up temp Bear Village 430-2am Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 4:30 pm - Apr 05, 2026 2:00 am 2 10
message Tear down
Check-in/ID & Wand Security Check & Break Down/Ticket Sales Evening Shift Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm 7 7
message THESE POSITIONS AUTOMATICALLY GET A GENERAL ADMISSION WEEK PASS FOR SIGNING UP. RETURNING VOLUNTEERS PREFERRED.
Set-up temp Bear Village 630 pm-2am Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 6:30 pm - Apr 05, 2026 2:00 am 8 8
message Tear down
VIP Bartender Richardson Park Apr 04, 2026 8:00 pm - Apr 05, 2026 12:00 am 4 4
message This shift is only for the VIP tent and is only for a few hours for the concert/show.

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Bear Village/HMD 4-4 (12 - 11pm Multiple Shifts)
Bear Village/HMD 4-4 (12 - 11pm Multiple Shifts)
Lauderdale Tropical Bear Week 2026 (Mar 31–Apr 5)
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