Events Volunteering
Be Part of the Events that Bring Geelong to Life
From community festivals and local markets to large-scale city events, Volunteers Geelong connects people who want to help with the events that shape our region.
Whether you’ve got a few hours or a full day to give, volunteering at events is a great way to meet people, gain experience, and contribute to something meaningful in your community.
We work with a range of event organisers across Geelong and surrounding areas who rely on volunteers to help everything run smoothly — from guest support and wayfinding to setup, bump-in assistance, and behind-the-scenes coordination.
No experience is needed — just a positive attitude and a willingness to get involved.
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September Event Volunteers ~ Geelong Running Festival
Big events like the Geelong Running Festival don’t happen without the energy and support of volunteers. Volunteers are the heartbeat of any event, and they play a huge role in bringing the event to life from handing out water, to cheering on runners and helping with logistics. Volunteering is a great way to get involved,…
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Call for OCTOBER Volunteers ~ Geelong Design Week 2026
Geelong Design Week 2026 Be part of Geelong’s biggest celebration of design, creativity and ideas. Geelong Design Week returns from 1–11 October 2026, bringing our city to life with a program of exhibitions, events, installations and the inaugural Victorian Regional Design Fair at Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre. They are looking for enthusiastic…
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Call for Volunteers ~ Join the Festival of Sails crew – January 2027
Volunteer registrations for Festival of Sails 2027 are now open! Every year, more than 200 incredible volunteers help bring Australia’s largest keelboat regatta to life. Whether you’re supporting the racing on the water or welcoming competitors on shore, your efforts help to deliver an unforgettable festival experience. As a Festival volunteer, you’ll receive: Front-row access…
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March 2027 Volunteer EOI’s Open
VOLUNTEER AT AVALON 2027 A major event such as the Avalon Australian International Airshow could not exist without the ongoing support of our community of volunteers. Our volunteer community comes together every two years to be a part of this exciting and rewarding event. Avalon is a fantastic opportunity to be part of one of…
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October VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Volunteer at 2026 Royal Geelong Show Volunteers are an integral part of the Royal Geelong Agricultural & Pastoral Society. We have over 230+ volunteers that work across a variety of areas including animals, stewarding, gates, entertainment & ground maintenance. Without volunteers generously devoting their time to the Show & Showgrounds, it wouldn’t be the successful…
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October VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Volunteer at 2026 United Energy Around the Bay Join the fun, community spirit and amazing energy of the 2026 United Energy Around the Bay on Sunday 18 October As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in supporting thousands of riders as they take on this iconic event. Whether you’re cheering at the start line,…
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September VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Be part of history at the inaugural Geelong Running Festival in 2026 On Sunday, September 20, thousands of runners will hit the streets of Geelong for the city’s first ever marathon — and we need an incredible team of volunteers to help bring it to life. From water stations and course marshals to runner support…
