2025 Volunteer Shifts now open!
Join our community of volunteers. Our volunteers and their commitment are the reason we enjoy the success we do!
If your team is looking for a group project, please
connect with Stacey, Volunteer Coordinator, at volunteer@desmoinesartsfestival.org.​​
About the Festival
2025 FESTIVAL DATES AND TIMES
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Friday, June 27 - 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
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Saturday, June 28 - 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
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Sunday, June 29 - 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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BUT - the Festival needs help building the Festival and tearing it down - check out shifts for more specific projects and times!
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FESTIVAL LOCATION
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Festival surrounds Western Gateway Park with hours starting on Wednesday, June 25.​
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PARKING
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Free parking is available in the Nationwide Parking Garage, 1100 Walnut Street.
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PERKS
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​​All volunteers receive a Des Moines Arts Festival volunteer t-shirt, a free pint from Exile Brewing, and snacks and drinks to keep you energized! PLUS - unlimited high fives! ​