Makers Arcade Fair Spring 2026 Volunteer Sign Up

Thank you for your interest in volunteering! Help us support over 120 local artisans at the beautiful Balboa Park for a weekend of live music, great food, and handmade magic.

Volunteers are the heartbeat of our events, keeping booth costs accessible for our makers and entry fees affordable for the local community. In exchange for your time, you'll meet a fantastic community, receive free entry to the event all weekend, and take home a swag bag filled with local goodies.

Important: The Two-Step Sign-Up Process

Select Your Shifts: Fill out the form below for all shifts you are interested in and can commit to.
Confirm Your Spot: Watch for a confirmation request email closer to the event date. You must respond to this email to stay on the schedule. If we don't hear back, we cannot hold your spot or your gift bag.

Ready to help? Select your shifts below!

Full Name*

E-mail*

Confirmation Email

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Are you over the age of 18?*

Yes, I will be 18 years or older on the day of my shift.No, I will be under the age of 18 on the day of my shift.

Parent/ Guardian Full Name*

First NameLast Name

Parent/Guardian Email*

example@example.com

Parent/ Guardian Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Have you volunteered with San Diego Made Markets or Makers Arcade before?*

YesNo

Event Prep Volunteer Shifts

Volunteers help in the weeks leading up to the event. Tasks might include painting, assembling signage, organizing materials, preparing swag bags, and creating interactive art pieces and decor.

Event Prep Volunteer Shifts

Event Set Up Volunteer Shifts

Volunteers direct vendors and answer questions during set up and assist with placing decor, furniture, and event equipment as well as other tasks. This role may require lifting and moving smaller items up to 30lbs (No heavy lifting required - we have a moving crew to help with the heavy stuff :)

Event Set Up Volunteer Shifts

Event Day Volunteer Shifts

Morning and evening shifts will assist with opening / closing tasks (and event tear down on Sunday) which may include lifting and moving smaller items up to 30lbs, placing signage, wiping down furniture, and opening umbrellas. While the event is open, volunteers may also assist vendors, answer guest questions, process payments, empty trash, tidy event areas, and ensure a smooth experience for our guests and vendors.

Event Day 1 Volunteer Shifts

Event Day 2 Volunteer Shifts

Do you have experience handling cash or POS systems?*

YesNo / I don't know

Do you have ABC certification?*

YesNo / I don't know

We want to make sure everyone has a great volunteer experience. Please let us know if you have any preferences or limitations regarding your volunteer role (e.g., amount of standing, level of interaction with guests, specific skills).

Signature - by typing or electronically signing their names as signatures below, the Volunteer/Paid Mover agree to the terms & conditions outlined above.*

Makers Arcade Spring Fair 2026 Volunteer Sign Up

Event Prep Volunteer Shifts

Event Set Up Volunteer Shifts

Event Day Volunteer Shifts