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Deadline: Feb 01, 2027 12:00 am (GMT-07:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
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Know Other Festival 2027
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Date: Apr 15, 2027 8:00 am - Apr 18, 2027 4:00 pm (PDT)
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2601 Sunfair Rd, Joshua Tree, California 92252, United States

About the event

Know Other Festival is a four-day, three-night queer wellness and camping experience in Joshua Tree, California, created for LGBTQIA+ women, trans, nonbinary, and gender-expansive people. Through workshops, movement, music, art, and community connection, attendees are invited to rest, heal, celebrate, and show up authentically. The festival features queer-led programming, live performances, interactive experiences, and opportunities for meaningful connection in a welcoming and affirming environment. Know Other Festival is volunteer-led, self-funded, and rooted in the belief that queer joy, healing, and belonging deserve dedicated space to thrive. More than a festival, it's a community movement. www.knowotherfestival.com
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About the application

Thank you for your interest in being part of Know Other Festival 2027. Know Other Festival is a four-day, three-night queer wellness and camping experience in Joshua Tree, California, created for LGBTQ+ women, trans, nonbinary, and gender-expansive identities. We believe in creating spaces where our community can gather, heal, celebrate, and build meaningful connections. It takes a whole rainbow of amazing humans to bring it to life. We're looking for individuals who are passionate about serving community, creating welcoming experiences, and contributing to the overall care of our attendees throughout the weekend. Volunteers will receive the below with their discounted volunteer ticket: (1) ticket to the festival including: (1) tent camping pass, meals provided during working shifts at the festival, custom volunteer t-shirt. Discounts on upgraded accommodations. Parking Pass must be purchased through Know Other Festival ticketing platform. As a volunteer, you'll be part of the heartbeat of the festival: welcoming guests, helping vendors, setting up and striking spaces, keeping or spaces safe, accessible and clean, and the opportunity to give back to community within community. Volunteering at Know Other Festival Means: - Being part of a queer-led, community-funded event - Meeting incredible people and making lasting connections - Gaining behind-the-scenes experience in festival production - Access to all workshops or festival programming during shift breaks - Knowing you helped create a space for queer joy, healing, and celebration Come ready to work, laugh often, and make queer history with us!

Terms & Conditions

PLEASE NOTE: We cannot guarantee all volunteer applicants. All volunteer applications will be reviewed by our Volunteer team to determine best placement(s) and availability based on your qualifications and or experience. Volunteers are required to schedule a 1:1 meeting with the Volunteer Team to be vetted for appropriate team(s). The Volunteer Lead will reach out upon applying to schedule. Social Media Information: Acknowledgement to engage, share, post of pre-festival social media blitz on behalf of Know Other Festival. Social Media kits will be provided upon Volunteer placement. Demographics: Know Other Festival does not discriminate on the basis of race, sexual orientation

Related files

21816-volunteer-SOP.pdf
2027-volunteer-application.pdf

Questions on the application

Volunteer information

  • Name
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Age
  • Address
  • Emergency contacts
  • T-shirt size

Additional information

  • Preferred Name
  • Pronoun(s)
  • Which volunteer team(s) are you most interested to join?
  • Dietary Restrictions and or allergies
  • Shirt Size (unisex sizing)
  • Agreements:
  • Gender Identity: What terms best express how your describe your gender identity?
  • Past event or festival experience:
  • How did you hear about Know Other Festival?
  • What motivates you to volunteer?
  • Please select the shift(s) you are able to commit to:
  • Do you have experience with any of the below:
  • If someone asked you what Know Other Festival feels like, what would you hope to tell them after volunteering?
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