Oktoberfest Volunteers
Volunteer registration will open Monday, July 8th!
Volunteering for the 15th annual Charlotte Oktoberfest can be more rewarding than you might imagine!
The Carolina Brewmasters want to thank each and every past volunteer who has dedicated their time and effort to help us put on the best beer festival in Charlotte. Your hard work is what makes the festival run smoothly and safely. Without the overwhelming support of our local community and fellow beer lovers to volunteer, the Carolina BrewMasters would not be able to donate nearly as much to our charities each year. You, the volunteer, make our charitable donations possible.
What you should expect as a Charlotte Oktoberfest Volunteer:
- A full day of work with numerous breaks to enjoy the festival
- Access to the Volunteer Lounge for free food and refreshments
- A collectible Charlotte Oktoberfest sampling glass
- A commemorative Charlotte Oktoberfest Volunteer T-Shirt
- A day of fun with your fellow beer lovers and other volunteer staff
- Knowledge that what you are doing will benefit worthwhile charities
- Free parking at the event
All volunteers MUST attend the Mandatory Training Meeting on Wednesday night September 25 from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM at the NC Music Factory. If you are unable to attend the meeting you will NOT be allowed to volunteer. NO EXCEPTIONS.
All volunteers must be 21 years of age or older.
Hours Required: Must work BOTH Friday 12-5pm and Saturday 9-12 noon.
This crew will be in charge of setting up tents, tables, chairs, tent decorations, security fencing, front gate ticket gates, etc. Heavy lifting might be required.
Front Gate Crew
Hours Required: Saturday of event from approx. 12 noon - 4:30pm or when gates close.
This crew will be applying wristbands, handing out sample glasses, and event brochures to ticket holders. Front gate is separate from event field.
Hospitality Crew
Hours Required: Saturday of event from approx. 12 noon - end of event (7pm)
This crew will assist with snack and lunch distribution to all volunteers and brewers during event.
Brewers / Vendors Entrance Crew
Hours Required: Saturday of event from approx 9am to 2pm.
This crew will check-in all brewers, vendors and charities staff. Applying wristbands and handing out sample glasses to everyone.
*Volunteer Entrance Crew* (CBM Members Only)
Hours Required: Saturday of event from 8:30am-2pm
This crew will check-in all Oktoberfest volunteers and apply wristbands, nametags and hand out sample glasses.
Refrigerator / Keg Truck Crew
Hours Required: Saturday of event from approx 10am-end of event
This crew will be required to remove ALL kegs and bottle cases from refrigerator trucks and distribute to tables for start of event. HEAVY lifting is required.
Golf Cart Crew
Hours Required: Saturday of event from approx 12 noon - end of event.
This crew will assist with moving bottles, water, ice and trash around event site. One driver, one passenger and you will work with Refrig/keg crew to distribute beer, and then remove trash/ recyclables during event.
Special Ops Crew
Hours Required: Saturday of event from approx 12 noon to end of event.
This crew will be the liaison between Beer Pourer Team Captains and Keg crew and ice deliveries. You will also patrol event site and remove FULL trash cans and replace with new bags. Re-stock bottle water and assist with removal of trash via Golf Cart crew.
Beer Pourers Crew
Hours Required: Saturday of event from approx 12:30-end of event.
This crew will be pouring beer from bottles or kegs. You will be the FRONT line to our patrons, sharing beer knowledge and assisting regional breweries when breaks are needed.
Band Crew
Hours Required: Saturday of event from approx 12:30-end of event.
Before the event, band crew volunteers will interview bands and attend events to hear them play. During the event, band crew volunteers will help the bands set up and break down the sets.
Tear Down Crew
Hours Required: Saturday approx 6:30pm - 8pm. Sunday hours are a MUST! Probably 2-3 hours at most.
Tear down.
