Get Involved
Volunteer with the VA Highlands Festival
Help bring the Virginia Highlands Festival to life.
Whether you’re looking to meet new people, support the arts, give back to the community, or be part of one of Southwest Virginia’s most beloved traditions, we’d love to have you on the team.
Why Volunteer
Be Part of the Festival Experience
Volunteering with the Virginia Highlands Festival is an opportunity to connect with the community while supporting arts, culture, food, music, education, and regional traditions throughout Abingdon.
No matter your experience level or availability, there are opportunities for individuals, students, families, civic groups, and businesses to get involved.
Ways to Get Involved
The festival offers volunteer opportunities across a wide variety of events and experiences throughout the year.
Popular Volunteer Areas
- Event setup & breakdown
- Guest information & welcome stations
- Culinary and food events
- Arts & crafts support
- Concerts & entertainment assistance
- Ticketing & admissions
- Youth activities & family events
- Vendor and exhibitor support
- Holiday and seasonal events
- Administrative & behind-the-scenes support
Get Started
Join the Volunteer Team
Ready to get involved?
Please fill out the form below and let us know how you can help out. You can also connect via info@vahighlandsfestival.org or by calling (276) 623-5266.
Our Leading Sponsors
We’re grateful for the partners who help make the festival possible.
Additional Sponsors & Community Partners
This project was supported [in part] by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.