Family Arts Fest Info Session 2026

Make a difference in your community by helping the festival

Want to learn more about joining the festival as a volunteer, performer, maker or artist? Join our Festival Info Session!

We will be hosting this at 5pm at the Visitor Centre boardroom, 

Address2533 Port Alberni Hwy, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8P2

Whether your a volunteer, artist, maker or more, you’re welcome to come to this info session to learn about the festival. 

RSVP by using this handy dandy form!

We are alos looking for volunteers! Shifts include:

  • Set-up (2hrs)8am – 10am on Saturday the 14th
    • Will be setting up tables, assisting groups in bringing in equipment
  • Tear-down (2hrs)2pm – 4pm on Sunday the 15th
    • Will be taking down tables, sweeping/cleaning as needed, moving bins out of the centre
  • Be a safety liason (4 hrs) either Saturday, Sunday or both
    • Must have valid first aid. Will be walking around the festival with a vest and walky talky, providing safety/health support as needed
  • Host an activity (4 hrs) either Saturday, Sunday or both
    • Get creative with kids, youth and families! Provide art-making, a craft, or other activity with the youth. You can either provide your own activity or assist an exisiting activity. Funds may be available for materials, depending on the cost.
  • Host a workshop (up to 1 hr) either Saturday, Sunday or both
    • Read a story, teach a dance, teach improv, or just do something completely different! Perfect for those who have a skill they want to share.

We will be providing snacks and breaks throughout the day.

To sign up as a volunteer, fill out this form