Volunteer Registration

Volunteer Application

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Deadline: Aug 01, 2026 12:00 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Oct 03, 2026 12:00 pm - Oct 03, 2026 6:00 pm (EDT)

About the event

The Pride Center of Terre Haute's 5th Annual Terre Haute Pride Fest will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 12-6pm at Fairbanks Park! On behalf of the Pride Center of Terre Haute, we are so excited to have you join us for the 2026 Terre Haute Pride Fest! It will be an amazing day featuring vendors, entertainers, food vendors, activities for all ages, and time to celebrate LGBTQ+ history and joy.
Pride Center of Terre Haute
Pride Center of Terre Haute
Pride Center of Terre Haute
Pride Center of Terre Haute

About the application

The Pride Center of Terre Haute is excited to host the 2026 Terre Haute Pride Fest on Saturday, October 3 from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Fairbanks Park in Terre Haute, Indiana! To pull off our vision, we need volunteers! Please fill out the form to sign up as a Pride Fest volunteer. Volunteer opportunities include: - Event Set Up - Vendor Unloading Support - Entrance Welcoming Crew - Parking Crew - Pride Center Booth - Vendor Support - Food Vendor Support - Stage & Entertainment Support - Hydration Station - Park Cleanliness Checks - Tear Down/Clean Up Crew Once we receive your application and it is approved (following the close date of applications), we will email you a sign-up link to choose your preferred location and shift times. Please allow a few weeks of follow up time as our volunteer festival coordinators will be processing every application. When entering your email address below, please make sure to double check you've entered it correctly so we can ensure follow ups are sent to the correct address. Additionally, you may consider checking your junk/spam folders more regularly than usual in the event any correspondence goes to these folders. Volunteer check-in will occur from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM on Saturday, October 3 at the Pride Center Booth at Fairbanks Park. This is a rain or shine event, so please be prepared!

Terms & Conditions

Volunteers must be affirming of the LGBTQ+ community. Volunteers must be friendly and engaging with community members. Volunteers must follow safety protocols. Volunteers must be timely and present for the duration of their assigned shift(s). Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.

Shifts

Title Location Time Slots available Hours
Event Set Up Fairbanks Park Event Area (You will be delegated tasks and locations) Oct 03, 2026 7:00 am - 10:00 am 28 3
message Setting up the tables, chairs, signage, water station, vendor table assignments, decor, etc. before vendor arrival. Check in at the Pride Center booth, and we will delegate out tasks during the morning!
Food Vendor Support (10am-12pm) Behind Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 3 2
message Help assist Food Vendors with various needs, as requested by the vendors. Ensure the lines are manageable and aren’t blocking other vendors or disturbing the stage or other areas. Help keep the eating areas clean and assist with any needs throughout the event. Use disinfecting wipes as needed on tables and chairs. Ensure trash is discarded in trash bins.
Parking Crew (10am-12pm) Fairbanks Park Entrance and Parking Area Oct 03, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 3 2
message Direct vendors, entertainers, and attendees to park in designated areas. Point them in the direction of the grassy area to park. Remind them to check in if they haven’t already. Wear a reflective vest for safety!
Stage & Entertainment Support (10am-12pm) Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 4 2
message Help stage management team and entertainers with any needs during event. Assist with any set changes. ADD SIGNAGE TO CLOSE BATHROOM DURING DRAG SHOW TO USE AS CHANGING ROOM. Drag Performers: The performers are able to get ready at the Treehouse before the event. The Public restrooms at the park will be used for changing between performances. Please help keep them on time for their performances. Assist with collecting tips for drag performers during the drag show. Return ALL tips to the DJ TEAM for counting and to give to performers. They will count and distribute to the performers. BE ETHICAL WITH TIPS. Be sure all is provided to the performers.
Vendor Unloading Support Parking Area & Vendor Road Oct 03, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 30 2
message Assist vendors with unloading their vehicles from the Vendor's Road (southwest of stage) and transporting supplies to their vendor booths in the Vendor's section. Be kind and helpful! The majority of the volunteers will be based at the Parking Area to unload vehicles and transport supplies to booths, and a smaller crew will be at the vendor road to help people at tables. ALL VENDORS MUST check in with a PRIDE CENTER REPRESENTATIVE and verify their zone letter and number. Vendor packets are at their table.
Entrance Welcoming Crew (11:30am-1:30pm) Event Entrances (you will be assigned a location) Oct 03, 2026 11:30 am - 1:30 pm 8 2
message Welcome attendees, scan tickets, provide wristbands, bag check, and wanding/metal check. Welcome attendees to Pride Fest at the main entrance and 3 other entry points (need 2 people minimum at each entrance). Be excited! Scan digital tickets using phone (PCTH rep). Provide wristbands to each guest. Check bags for weapons (no weapons permitted and must be returned to vehicle). Wave down attendees with metal detecting wand. A security officer will be nearby to assist with any issues or questions. 1-2 volunteers will roam around the event to ensure everyone has a wristband.
Hydration Station (11:30-2pm) Behind Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 11:30 am - 2:00 pm 1 3
message Help at Hydration Station to distribute waters to attendees and encourage donations using the QR code.
Pride Center Booth (PCTH Reps Only from 11:30am-2pm) Pride Center Booth (Behind Amphitheater ) Oct 03, 2026 11:30 am - 2:00 pm 3 3
message RESERVED FOR PCTH STUDENTS AND BOARD MEMBERS ONLY. Answer attendee questions about PCTH and event. Help with volunteer and vendor check in. Assist with merch sales. Get Square access on your phone for purchases. Pass out ear plugs and headphones as needed. We have one wheelchair if needed by guests.
Vendor Support (11:30am-2pm) Vendor Lane Oct 03, 2026 11:30 am - 2:00 pm 3 3
message Assist Vendors with any needs throughout event. Greet vendors. Introduce yourself as a volunteer. Thank them for being a vendor! Bring vendors water every 2 hours.
Food Vendor Support (12-2pm) Behind Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 3 2
message Help assist Food Vendors with various needs, as requested by the vendors. Ensure the lines are manageable and aren’t blocking other vendors or disturbing the stage or other areas. Help keep the eating areas clean and assist with any needs throughout the event. Use disinfecting wipes as needed on tables and chairs. Ensure trash is discarded in trash bins.
Park Cleanliness Checks (12-2pm) Fairbanks Park Event Area Oct 03, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 3 2
message Ensure all trash is collected and placed into waste receptacles during event. Ensure bathrooms are in usable order - restock with menstrual products as needed. Any lost and found items will be taken to Security Booth. Do not address biohazard situations. Let security know if there is an issue.
Parking Crew (12-2pm) Fairbanks Park Entrance and Parking Area Oct 03, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 3 2
message Direct vendors, entertainers, and attendees to park in designated areas. Point them in the direction of the grassy area to park. Remind them to check in if they haven’t already. Wear a reflective vest for safety!
Stage & Entertainment Support (12-2pm) Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 4 2
message Help stage management team and entertainers with any needs during event. Assist with any set changes. ADD SIGNAGE TO CLOSE BATHROOM DURING DRAG SHOW TO USE AS CHANGING ROOM. Drag Performers: The performers are able to get ready at the Treehouse before the event. The Public restrooms at the park will be used for changing between performances. Please help keep them on time for their performances. Assist with collecting tips for drag performers during the drag show. Return ALL tips to the DJ TEAM for counting and to give to performers. They will count and distribute to the performers. BE ETHICAL WITH TIPS. Be sure all is provided to the performers.
Entrance Welcoming Crew (1:30-3:30pm) Event Entrances (you will be assigned a location) Oct 03, 2026 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm 10 2
message Welcome attendees, scan tickets, provide wristbands, bag check, and wanding/metal check. Welcome attendees to Pride Fest at the main entrance and 3 other entry points (need 2 people minimum at each entrance). Be excited! Scan digital tickets using phone (PCTH rep). Provide wristbands to each guest. Check bags for weapons (no weapons permitted and must be returned to vehicle). Wave down attendees with metal detecting wand. A security officer will be nearby to assist with any issues or questions. 1-2 volunteers will roam around the event to ensure everyone has a wristband.
Food Vendor Support (2-4pm) Behind Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 3 2
message Help assist Food Vendors with various needs, as requested by the vendors. Ensure the lines are manageable and aren’t blocking other vendors or disturbing the stage or other areas. Help keep the eating areas clean and assist with any needs throughout the event. Use disinfecting wipes as needed on tables and chairs. Ensure trash is discarded in trash bins.
Hydration Station (2-4pm) Behind Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 1 2
message Help at Hydration Station to distribute waters to attendees and encourage donations using the QR code.
Park Cleanliness Checks (2-4pm) Fairbanks Park Event Area Oct 03, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 3 2
message Ensure all trash is collected and placed into waste receptacles during event. Ensure bathrooms are in usable order - restock with menstrual products as needed. Any lost and found items will be taken to Security Booth. Do not address biohazard situations. Let security know if there is an issue.
Parking Crew (2-4pm) Fairbanks Park Entrance and Parking Area Oct 03, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 3 2
message Direct vendors, entertainers, and attendees to park in designated areas. Point them in the direction of the grassy area to park. Remind them to check in if they haven’t already. Wear a reflective vest for safety!
Pride Center Booth (PCTH Reps Only from 2-4pm) Pride Center Booth (Behind Amphitheater ) Oct 03, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 3 2
message RESERVED FOR PCTH STUDENTS AND BOARD MEMBERS ONLY. Answer attendee questions about PCTH and event. Help with volunteer and vendor check in. Assist with merch sales. Get Square access on your phone for purchases. Pass out ear plugs and headphones as needed. We have one wheelchair if needed by guests.
Stage & Entertainment Support (2-4pm) Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 4 2
message Help stage management team and entertainers with any needs during event. Assist with any set changes. ADD SIGNAGE TO CLOSE BATHROOM DURING DRAG SHOW TO USE AS CHANGING ROOM. Drag Performers: The performers are able to get ready at the Treehouse before the event. The Public restrooms at the park will be used for changing between performances. Please help keep them on time for their performances. Assist with collecting tips for drag performers during the drag show. Return ALL tips to the DJ TEAM for counting and to give to performers. They will count and distribute to the performers. BE ETHICAL WITH TIPS. Be sure all is provided to the performers.
Vendor Support (2-4pm) Vendor Lane Oct 03, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 3 2
message Assist Vendors with any needs throughout event. Greet vendors. Introduce yourself as a volunteer. Thank them for being a vendor! Bring vendors water every 2 hours.
Entrance Welcoming Crew (3:30-6:00pm) Event Entrances (you will be assigned a location) Oct 03, 2026 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm 10 3
message Welcome attendees, scan tickets, provide wristbands, bag check, and wanding/metal check.Welcome attendees to Pride Fest at the main entrance and 3 other entry points (need 2 people minimum at each entrance). Be excited! Scan digital tickets using phone (PCTH rep). Provide wristbands to each guest. Check bags for weapons (no weapons permitted and must be returned to vehicle). Wave down attendees with metal detecting wand. A security officer will be nearby to assist with any issues or questions. 1-2 volunteers will roam around the event to ensure everyone has a wristband.
Food Vendor Support (4-6pm) Behind Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 3 2
message Help assist Food Vendors with various needs, as requested by the vendors. Ensure the lines are manageable and aren’t blocking other vendors or disturbing the stage or other areas. Help keep the eating areas clean and assist with any needs throughout the event. Use disinfecting wipes as needed on tables and chairs. Ensure trash is discarded in trash bins.
Hydration Station (4-6pm) Behind Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 2 2
message Help at Hydration Station to distribute waters to attendees and encourage donations using the QR code.
Park Cleanliness Checks (4-6pm) Fairbanks Park Event Area Oct 03, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 3 2
message Ensure all trash is collected and placed into waste receptacles during event. Ensure bathrooms are in usable order - restock with menstrual products as needed. Any lost and found items will be taken to Security Booth. Do not address biohazard situations. Let security know if there is an issue.
Parking Crew (4-6pm) Fairbanks Park Entrance and Parking Area Oct 03, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 3 2
message Direct vendors, entertainers, and attendees to park in designated areas. Point them in the direction of the grassy area to park. Remind them to check in if they haven’t already. Wear a reflective vest for safety!
Pride Center Booth (PCTH Reps Only from 4-6pm) Pride Center Booth (Behind Amphitheater ) Oct 03, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 3 2
message RESERVED FOR PCTH STUDENTS AND BOARD MEMBERS ONLY. Answer attendee questions about PCTH and event. Help with volunteer and vendor check in. Assist with merch sales. Get Square access on your phone for purchases. Pass out ear plugs and headphones as needed. We have one wheelchair if needed by guests.
Stage & Entertainment Support (4-6pm) Amphitheater Oct 03, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 4 2
message Help stage management team and entertainers with any needs during event. Assist with any set changes. ADD SIGNAGE TO CLOSE BATHROOM DURING DRAG SHOW TO USE AS CHANGING ROOM. Drag Performers: The performers are able to get ready at the Treehouse before the event. The Public restrooms at the park will be used for changing between performances. Please help keep them on time for their performances. Assist with collecting tips for drag performers during the drag show. Return ALL tips to the DJ TEAM for counting and to give to performers. They will count and distribute to the performers. BE ETHICAL WITH TIPS. Be sure all is provided to the performers.
Vendor Support (4-6pm) Vendor Lane Oct 03, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 2 2
message Assist Vendors with any needs throughout event. Greet vendors. Introduce yourself as a volunteer. Thank them for being a vendor! Bring vendors water every 2 hours. The treasurer will collect 20% donations from businesses selling items at the end of the event.
Tear Down/Clean Up Crew Fairbanks Part Event Area (You will be delegated tasks and locations) Oct 03, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 28 2
message Help with final table/chairs return, decor removal, and clean-up of the Park after the event. Collapse tables and chairs to return to the Complete Outdoor truck. Help vendors take down tents and take items to vehicles. Clean-up drag performer changing bathroom. Collect all yard signs from the park. COLLECT ALL VENDOR, VOLUNTEER, and ENTERTAINER BADGES.

Questions on the application

Volunteer information

  • Name
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Gender
  • Age
  • Address
  • Emergency contacts
  • Picture

Additional information

  • Pronouns
  • Tell us why you are interested in volunteering for Pride Fest!
  • Do you have any limitations that would impact your ability to volunteer/engage in certain activities (i.e. physical restrictions, health restrictions, etc.).
  • Do you have any needs we should know about or suggestions for the PCTH Pride Fest team?
  • Please review the attached Volunteer Event Waiver (located to the right of the application under Related Files). Provide your digital signature to agree to the terms of the Volunteer Event Waiver.
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