2026 Volunteer Application

What we expect of you:

- To be able to lift a minimum of 20 lbs. To be able to walk and stand throughout a four-hour shift.
- To have a valid email account that is not shared or used by anyone other than you. We will use email to communicate with all volunteers.
- To be prompt and reliable.
- To notify us immediately if you must reschedule or arrive late to one of your shifts.
- To work cooperatively with the Americana Music Association and AMERICANAFEST staff and fellow volunteers.

Please note:

- To be considered as a returning volunteer in the future then you must meet all of the expectations above.
- Positions are filled on an as-needed basis. The selection of positions on this form does not guarantee those positions.
- To receive perks, volunteers are required to work a minimum of 12 hours. You will be scheduled in 4-8 hour shifts.
- You must notify us immediately if you must reschedule one of your shifts. Please note, if you "no show" then you will be invoiced for the cost of the pass you receive.
- You will be notified no later than July 20th if you have been selected to volunteer. Please be patient.

-Volunteers working at least 8 hours in one shift will be provided a 30 minute break for lunch, which will either be provided or given a per diem of $20 to purchase your own. Please let us know in advance of any special dietary needs.

Perks:

-12 completed volunteer hours = 1 Festival Wristband: grants festival access to nightly showcases and select special events in multiple venues across Nashville

-16 completed volunteer hours = 1 Silver Wristband: grants festival and conference access, including daytime industry panels at The Embassy Suites Downtown Nashville, and special events across town

-More than 20 completed volunteer hours = 1 Silver Wristband & 1 Honors & Awards Ticket: grants festival and conference access including daytime industry panels at The Embassy Suites Downtown Nashville, most special events across town, priority admission to nightly showcases + admits one into our award show at the Ryman on Wednesday, September 16

Name

First NameLast Name

Email

example@example.com

Phone Number (cell if you have one)

Area CodePhone Number

Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Country

Will you be of legal age by the start of the festival? (September 15th)

Date of Birth

Date

Emergency Contact Info

Name, Relationship, Phone # (primary/secondary)

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Will you have your own vehicle?

Volunteer Positions (Please select preference for more than one.)

Some volunteer tasks may include heavy lifting/moving equipment. Are you able to perform such tasks?

Are you open to being a volunteer team leader?

Please select which days and times you are available.

Rows	Thurs., Sept. 10	Mon., Sept. 14	Tues., Sept. 15	Wed., Sept. 16	Thur., Sept. 17	Fri., Sept. 18	Sat., Sept. 19
8am - 1pm
11am - 3pm
1pm - 6pm
4pm - 9pm
6pm - 1am

How many hours are you willing to volunteer?

*** Please note that if you are interested in a Silver Wristband, you must be available 3 or more days during the week.

What is your primary language?

Other languages spoken, if applicable

Any technical, audio/visual related experience, if applicable

What size volunteer t-shirt would you prefer?

in unisex sizes

Have you previously volunteered for AMERICANAFEST? If so, when and what did you do?

Please tell us a little about yourself.

PLEASE READ: 2026 Volunteer Waiver

Full Name

I confirm I have read and agree to the terms in the Volunteer Waiver