Become a Volunteer

The Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival is seeking friendly and enthusiastic volunteers for our 2025 season. It's our 10^th year and we are back with a programme that’s packed to the brim with amazing shows, across 10 nights  – circus, theatre, music, comedy, dance, opera, visual arts and literary events. 

We are a small team that does BIG things and are hugely proud of our volunteers who, in the lead up to and during the festival, are much needed to distribute our programmes, meet and greet guests, chaperone performers and more.

Volunteering at the Festival is a fantastic way for anyone with an interest in arts and events to get involved with a flexible, rewarding, short-term commitment – and to meet great people. Whether you are a supporter of the arts, a student, a creative, or a lover of all things Hawke’s Bay, volunteering with the Festival has a lot to offer.  

In addition to the busy days and good fun, we are happy to offer a glowing reference, and an invitation to our end of year volunteer celebration.