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Volunteer at Farmington Founders Festival

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Deadline: Jul 12, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Farmington Founders Festival
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Date: Jul 16, 2026 5:00 pm - Jul 18, 2026 11:00 pm (EDT)
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33113 Grand River Ave, Farmington, Michigan 48336-3121, United States

About the event

Farmington Founders Festival – A Tradition Reimagined for 2026 The Farmington Founders Festival is one of the community’s most cherished traditions, bringing residents, families, and visitors together for a weekend full of celebration, entertainment, and hometown pride. Beginning in 1964, the festival has grown into a signature summer gathering that highlights the best of Farmington — its small-town charm, vibrant downtown, and strong community spirit. In 2026, the festival enters an exciting new chapter under the management of JAG Entertainment. While honoring the traditions that families have loved for decades, the festival team is working closely with City officials, downtown businesses, and community organizations to introduce fresh ideas and expanded programming. Guests can expect returning favorites such as the parade, crafters, food trucks, the beer tent, children’s activities, bingo, live music, and the annual run — along with new experiences designed to create an even more engaging, family-friendly atmosphere throughout downtown. The goal of the 2026 Farmington Founders Festival is simple: Celebrate what makes Farmington special while creating meaningful opportunities for connection, enjoyment, and community involvement. Whether you're coming for the food, the music, the shopping, or the shared moments with friends and neighbors, the Farmington Founders Festival is the perfect place to kick off summer in Farmington.
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Volunteer at the Farmington Founders Festival! Volunteers help keep the festival running smoothly by assisting with guest services, color run, parage, activity zones, and general event support. It’s a fun, fast-paced way to give back to the community while enjoying a front-row role in the excitement of the weekend. As a volunteer, you’ll work alongside our festival team to support activity areas, greet guests, help with festival operations, and keep the event running smoothly throughout the weekend. Whether you’re a student looking for community service hours, a resident who loves downtown Farmington, or someone who simply enjoys being part of a big community event, we’d love to have you join us! Volunteer Roles May Include: • Greeting guests and providing directions • Assisting at activity zones such as Family Fun Zone or the Art Zone • Supporting festival logistics and booth management • Helping with setup or teardown (optional) What We’re Looking For: • Friendly, reliable volunteers excited to help welcome visitors • Individuals comfortable working outdoors in summer conditions • Ability to stand or walk for portions of a shift • Positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed What Volunteers Receive: • Community service verification (if needed) • A fun, memorable experience supporting your community

Shifts

Title Location Time Slots available Hours
Request A Specific Time or Event - Customize Your Volunteer Shift Jul 16, 2026 8:00 am - Jul 18, 2026 10:00 pm 10 62
message Would you like to volunteer for a shift or activity not on the list? Let us know and we will try to accommodate you.
Farmington Founders Festival - AM Set Up Thursday July 16, 2026 Jul 16, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 4 3
Farmington Founders Festival - PM Set Up Thursday July 16, 2026 Jul 16, 2026 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 4 3
Farmington Founders Festival - AM Friday July 17, 2026 Jul 17, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 4 2
Farmington Founders Festival - PM Friday July 17, 2026 Jul 17, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 4 2
Farmington Founders Festival - Color Run Set Up Saturday July 18, 2026 Jul 18, 2026 7:00 am - 9:00 am 6 2
Farmington Founders Festival - Color Run, Color Stations - Saturday July 18, 2026 Jul 18, 2026 8:30 am - 10:00 am 20 2
Farmington Founders Festival - Parade volunteer, Saturday July 18, 2026 Jul 18, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am 6 2

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  • Are you over the age of 18?
  • Do you have a request for an event, area, time of day, etc. Let us know and we will try to accomidate!
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