Volunteer With Us
Be part of the crew behind West Michigan’s biggest Mexican festival.
Be part of the crew behind West Michigan’s biggest Mexican festival.
Every September, 100+ volunteers are the reason Festival Mexicano happens. They put the tents up, serve food to 30,000 people, keep the kids’ area stocked with piñatas, and help El Grito happen at 7 PM sharp on Saturday. If you want to be on that crew — here’s how.
Pick a role that fits your style. You’ll choose your preferred area when you sign up below.
Arrive Friday morning and help the tents go up, the booths come to life, the plaza transform. Best for early risers who like seeing a festival get built from scratch.
Work alongside mariachi bands, folklórico dancers, and the Saturday-night DJ. You’ll cue performers, run sound checks, and help El Grito happen on time.
Help our 20+ vendors serve thousands of meals over three days. Fast pace, incredible smells, and easy to sneak a bite of birria between rushes.
Welcome visitors at info booths, give directions, help lost kids find their parents. Best for people who like being the friendly face of a big event.
Fill out the form below. We’ll reach out within two weeks with your shift assignment and orientation details.
Sign-up deadline: August 31, 2026. Shifts fill up — the earlier you sign up, the better your pick of roles and times.