Volunteering

The Columbus Italian Festival is looking for volunteers to help make this year’s celebration a success!

Volunteers receive free festival admission, complimentary parking with shuttle service to and from the festival, and a free meal for shifts of four hours or more. If you have a preferred area you’d like to work in, please indicate it on the form—otherwise, you’ll be assigned where help is most needed.

All volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum four-hour shift, and you’re welcome to sign up for one or multiple shifts throughout the weekend.

Festival Hours:
Friday, October 9 | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday, October 10 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday, October 11 | 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Ready to join us? Sign up using the form here and be part of one of Columbus’ most beloved traditions!

“My heart is filled with great joy and gratitude to God for giving us the inspiration and the strength to do what we have done.” – Fr. Casto Marrapese, founder of the Columbus Italian Festival, reflecting on the organizers and volunteers who brought the very first festival to life in 1980.

    Name

    Previous Volunteer?

    Email

    Phone Number

    Address

    Date of Birth

    Select the Area You Wish to Work

    Dates and Times You're Available

    Notes (optional)

    Volunteer Parking

    All volunteers should park at the Columbus State Community College Parking Garage.

    Parking and shuttle service are completely free and provide the most convenient access to the festival.