Special Event Volunteers

Along with Fairchild’s tremendous education, horticulture and conservation programs, the garden holds popular annual festivals including the Ramble, the Chocolate Festival, the Orchid Festival and the International Mango Festival which introduce thousands of visitors to Fairchild and its mission.

Special Event volunteers are needed for a wide variety of jobs including event set-up, helping with children’s activities, working in festival booths and visitor education.

Special Event Volunteers Qualifications and Schedule

Special Events volunteers participate in a minimum of 6 events throughout the year. Certain events require volunteer training prior to the festival or event. Festivals offer fun, short-term volunteer opportunities, great for busy professionals and for students needing community service hours. 

NOTE: All students must register with the Volunteer Department prior to volunteering at any Fairchild festival.  Student positions fill quickly so interested students should plan to call the Volunteer office as soon as possible before the scheduled event.

The following is a list of festivals and events planned for the 2009-10 season: