By applying to volunteer at the Northwest Metaphysical Market (NWMM), you agree to the following guidelines and expectations:
General Information:
Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older or accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older.
All volunteer applications are reviewed based on event needs, scheduling, and role availability.
Volunteers represent NWMM during event hours and are expected to uphold NWMM values and professionalism.
Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities:
Volunteers may be assigned tasks, including, but not limited to:
Marking off booth spaces
Setting up backdrops, canopies, signs, etc.
Checking in vendors using the Eventeny app
Assisting with vendor load-in and load-out
Greeting attendees and answering questions
Providing general event information
Handing out marketing materials for future events
Supporting booth operations (non-sales)
Monitoring walkways and ensuring accessibility
Helping manage lines, flow, and safety awareness
Assisting with event operations at the NWMM information booth
Volunteers must follow instructions provided by NWMM coordinators throughout their shift.
Shift Requirements:
Volunteers must arrive on time.
If you are unable to attend or running late, please notify NWMM as early as possible.
Shifts include outdoor responsibilities—please prepare for weather changes and dress appropriately.
Set-Up & Tear-Down Support:
Volunteers assisting with early-morning set-up must arrive by 6:30 AM.
Load-in Hours: 8:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Market Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Load-out Hours: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Parking & Transportation:
To help ease parking concerns in downtown Tacoma on a Saturday (yikes!), FREE, secure-access parking is available for vendors and volunteers on the top two levels of the Park Plaza North Garage, located just steps from the event space, following load-in!
Volunteers must follow all parking instructions provided before the event.
Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation and arriving on time.
Vendor Parking & Traffic Notes:
The transit tunnel is NOT available for public parking.
Do NOT park in the “DO NOT ENTER” transit tunnel.
Your parking options are Park Plaza Garage or legal street parking.
No left turns from Commerce Street when approaching the event area.
The transit tunnel is listed on Google Maps as “Pierce Transit Tunnel.” Please be mindful of this when navigating.
The top two levels of the Park Plaza North Garage will be reserved exclusively for NWMM vendors, volunteers, and performers. Select vendors will receive instructions to download the parking app and register to receive their access code. This information will be included in the load-in/load-out instructions and booth assignment emails, sent at least two weeks before the event.
Conduct & Safety:
Volunteers must maintain a positive, respectful attitude toward staff, attendees, and vendors.
Volunteers may not use alcohol or drugs before or during their shift.
Personal belongings should be kept secure—NWMM is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.
NWMM operates rain or shine; volunteers should come prepared for varying conditions.
Service animals and leashed pets are welcome but must not interfere with assigned duties.
Photography:
By participating, you consent to NWMM taking and using event photos and video that may include volunteers, for marketing and promotional purposes.
Non-Discrimination & Zero Tolerance Policy:
NWMM maintains a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination, harassment, or hate. Volunteers must treat all attendees, staff, and fellow vendors with respect. You will not discriminate based on race, color, sex, gender identity/gender expression, religion, nationality, creed, marital status, sexual orientation/sexual preference, age, veteran/military status, or disability status. Any conduct involving hate speech, intimidation, or discriminatory actions will result in immediate removal from the event.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
Volunteers must help maintain accessible walkways and ensure that all attendees can safely navigate and interact within the event environment.
Liability & Acknowledgment:
Volunteers understand they are participating at their own risk.
NWMM is not liable for injuries, accidents, or incidents resulting from volunteer participation.
Volunteers must follow all safety instructions and immediately report hazards or concerns to event staff.
Agreement:
By submitting your volunteer application, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms designed to create a smooth, safe, and positive market experience for everyone involved.
