Calgary Folk Music Festival Volunteers
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Calgary Folk Music Festival Volunteers
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We're here for all the info you need about the CFMF, Block Heater & Festival Hall volunteer programs.
Join our Board of Directors for 2026!
The Folk Festival Society of Calgary (FFSC) is seeking passionate and community-minded individuals to join our Board of Directors in advance of our Annual General Meeting (AGM) in April 2026.
Our Story
The annual Festival is a four-day family-friendly cultural and musical extravaganza. Featuring 70 artists from Alberta, Canada, and the world.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Shoutout to all the volunteers who submitted their festival photos this year.

From best buds to cute couples, sunshine to puddles — thanks for highlighting not only the big moments, but also the little ones in between. ♥️
August 18, 2025 at 5:11 PM
We asked for your best DIY shirts, and you absolutely delivered.

While not everyone can take home first place, we couldn’t let these incredible creations go unnoticed.

Who knew a bunch of music lovers could be so creative?
August 15, 2025 at 5:48 PM
We received many submissions for best festival photo this year, but this one takes the CAKE!

Our winner this year is @jjordanmagic for his photo of fellow volunteer @bonspiel, who was in the right place at the right time to catch the t-shirt CAKE launched from the stage on Sunday night.

Congrats!
August 7, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Huge thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all our incredible vols — you absolutely knocked it out of the park this year!

Don’t forget to fill out this year’s survey, you can find the link in the July 28 newsletter.

📸: (first to last) @lubel80, @pfesko, @mitra_samavaki, @sparrow_ron
July 28, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Hey folkies, happy last day. Make sure to enjoy some music today and celebrate with your fellow volunteers.

See you at the after party

🎨@sarahslaughterart
July 27, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Saturday is here and we have a jam-packed day of tunes, friends, food, bevvies and good times.

After parties start tonight at the Westin hotel after the Main Stage closes.

🎨@sarahslaughterart
July 26, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Wow! Yesterday was such a blast! Thanks for showing up and helping throw one epic party on a beautiful Thursday evening.

Let’s do it again today!

🎨Peter Moller
July 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM
And away we go! We’re looking forward to getting this party started.

Here’s some important info for today’s festivities.

🎨Peter Moller
July 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Don’t forget all of your essentials before getting to the island!

You may be sent home to grab anything you forgot!

Crew specific requirements will be communicated by your coordinators.

See you soon!

📸: @mitra_samavaki
July 23, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Remember to get to the Island, tomorrow July 23rd, to get a tour of the island with your crew!

For time and meeting place details, check your emails from your coordinators.

See you soon!

📸: @mitra_samavaki
July 22, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Meet your Area Managers! These volunteers go above and beyond throughout the year to support every CFMF Volunteer. Many of them have been with the festival for DECADES!

The festival wouldn’t operate without their wisdom and hard work.

Say hi if you bump into them!

📸 : @j.edmund.live
July 21, 2025 at 4:08 PM
The annual photo and t-shirt contest is back!

📸: Best Festival Photo
👕: Best T-Shirt Design

To enter, email your photo or t-shirt design to vsupport@calgaryfolkfest.com with the subject line “CFMF 2025 Photo Contest.”

We’ll contact the lucky winners in early August!
July 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Gentle reminder that tomorrow is the final date you can pick up your package from Festival Hall (1215 10 Ave SE) between 5–8pm.

Can’t make it? You can always send a friend or family member instead, just be sure that they have your full name and know which crew you are part of.

📸 : @pfesko
July 15, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Swing by Festival Hall (1215 10 Ave SE) on Sunday, July 13 from 12–5pm to grab your package.

Can’t make it? Come by on Wednesday, July 16 between 5–8pm.

Busy both days? No worries—a friend or family member can pick up for you. Just make sure they have your full name and crew.

📸: @pfesko
July 11, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Hey new CFMF Volunteers!

Do you like seeing how a festival works behind the scenes, and meeting new people? Our Backstage Production Security crew might be right for you!

For more information, check out our website or shoot us an email!
📸: @allisonseto
July 2, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Hey CFMF Volunteers!

Package pickup for this year is on July 13th from 12-5pm, and July 16th from 5-8pm! Come grab your package and meet some of your fellow volunteers!

For more information, check out our website or shoot us an email

📸: @caydencephotographyresidential
June 27, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Hey CFMF Volunteers! Tomorrow, June 24th at 7pm we’ve got a Safer Spaces Training session led by our Safer Spaces Team! Please email vsupport@calgaryfolkfest.com to register!
📸: @jaxhodgephotography
June 23, 2025 at 9:02 AM
We have added one last orientation for those who prefer to do it live rather than our self directed orientation option.

This will be online via Zoom on June 24th at 6pm.Check our website for more info and instructions: buff.ly/2KyppSl

📸: @sparrow_ron
June 20, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Attention all new and prospective volunteers! Tuesday, June 24th at 6pm we’ll be hosting a bonus New Volunteer Orientation, online via zoom. Sign up online and come to this amazing orientation!

For more information, check out our website or shoot us an email
📸: @aniiharo
June 18, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Hey CFMF Volunteers!

Keep an eye on your emails for certification reminders for the coming festival! Get those done ASAP so they’re off your plate!

For more information, check out our website buff.ly/UCqytLf or shoot us an email at vsupport@calgaryfolkfest.com
📸: @mitra_samavaki
June 18, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Hey CFMF Volunteers!

Did you know that you are eligible for a 10% discount on tickets for your friends and family?

Looking forward to seeing you there!

For more information, check out our website shoot us an email at vsupport@calgaryfolkfest.com
📸: @allisonseto
June 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Hey everyone!

We’ve still got some amazing crews looking for volunteers this year! If you haven’t been confirmed yet, hold tight! Check out your volunteer profile for open opportunities!
For more information, check out our website or shoot us an email.
📸: @mitr_samavaki
June 13, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Hey CFMF Coordinators!

Tomorrow, June 11th at 6:30pm we’ve got a Managing Volunteer Success online workshop!

This session helps give you skills and strategies to support the volunteers on your team, and help create a positive and successful festival!

Email to register

📸: @lubel80
June 10, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Hey CFMF Volunteers! Tomorrow, June 5th at 6:30pm we’ve got an amazing workshop titled The Niitsitaapi’wa World View: An Introduction and Welcome! This session will be hosted by the amazing folks at GEDI-Hub and Gateway Association. To register please email vsupport@calgaryfolkfest.com.
📸: @byjslvr
June 4, 2025 at 6:02 PM