Volunteer Opportunities
We Invented The Weekend 2026, it will take place across MediaCity and Salford Quays on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th June. It is a large, free cultural festival celebrating all the ways people spend their weekend. To help make this vibrant event happen, we are recruiting volunteers to support a wide range of activities across the festival site.
As a volunteer, you will be part of a friendly team helping visitors feel welcome, supporting performers and activities, and ensuring the festival runs smoothly. There are a variety of roles available to suit different interests, skills, and levels of experience.
The main purpose of the WITW volunteer team is to:
• Welcome visitors and help them enjoy their festival experience
• Support the delivery of activities, performances, and behind-the-scenes operations
• Promote the festival atmosphere by being an enthusiastic and helpful presence
• Assist with festival logistics, information sharing, and evaluation
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.
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You don’t need specialist experience—just enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved. The following skills are helpful:
• Friendly, approachable, and confident talking to a range of people
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to muck in and support tasks as needed
• Reliability and a positive attitude