The Webster Arts Fair wouldn't be possible without our
incredible volunteers.

Volunteering is a fun and rewarding way to be a part of an arts movement! During our 2023 fair, our volunteers provided over 1,000 hours of work, making their contribution an invaluable part of the weekend.

There is always something to do leading up to the Fair and during Fair Weekend! Whether you have 30 minutes for a short project or want to serve on a committee, we need your help! Below you will find a general overview of our benefits, shifts, and responsibilities for our fair volunteers.

We are holding Fair Work Days on May 4 and 22 in the Webster Arts Gallery on Summit Avenue.

Volunteer Benefits and Responsibilities

A Day with Friends and Art Lovers:  Whether you sign up to work with a friend or come and make new ones, volunteering at the Webster Arts Fair is a great opportunity to have fun and support the arts in your community!

  • T-shirt: You will receive a free t-shirt to wear during the fair. You can pick up your t-shirt at the volunteer booth during the fair.  

  • Snacks and Beverages: Light snacks and water refills are available in the volunteer booth.  Volunteers will receive a coupon for a complimentary beverage at the end of their shift.

  • Attendance: We depend on your commitment to participate. Your presence and prompt arrival for your scheduled shifts are absolutely necessary for the success of the fair.

Volunteer Shifts and Positions

Volunteer shifts are generally 3 or 4 hours long.  We have a variety of jobs available with something to suit just about everyone.  We have positions that involve a lot of walking and others that involve mainly sitting.  All positions (with the exception of some of the Artist Meals shifts) are outside on the fair grounds.

  • Artist Booth Setup: Help artists unload their vehicles and set up their booths during the day on Friday.  Must be willing and able to lift and carry.

  • Artists Meals: Set up and help serve or deliver meals for the artists during the fair.

  • Beverage Sales: Sell and serve beer, wine, and soda from one of the three beverage stations.  YOU MUST BE 21!

  • Collaborative Art Project: Help Fairgoers participate in a fun collaborative art project at the center of the fair grounds.

  • Fair Cleanup: Help break down the fair and clean up the site after the fair is over.

  • Fair Reset: Help tidy up and prepare the fairgrounds early Saturday or Sunday morning before the fair begins.

  • Fair Setup: Help set up the fair site Thursday evening or Friday during the day.

  • Field Ambassador: Walk around in a designated section of the fair grounds to greet patrons, answer questions and provide information about fair layout, schedule, amenities, and activities. Relieve artists who need to take a break or step away for personal reasons.

  • Kids Market: Help kids set up and tear down their work and help monitor the Market.

  • Parking Assistant: Monitor the Bompart entrance to the Eden student parking lot.  You will need to bring a chair and sun protection (and possibly a book!)

  • Studios Assistant: Assist children with hands-on art projects in the Studios area.

  • Water and Snack Delivery: Drive a golf cart around the fairgrounds to distribute water/snacks/meals to artists. 2-person job. Sign up with a partner or be paired with another volunteer. Cart drivers must be 18+ and have a driver’s license, but assistants can be teens!

It takes 250 volunteers to staff the Webster Arts Fair for three days, but it takes 15- 20 top volunteers all year to plan and execute it.

THANK YOU EVERYONE!

Questions? Call Heather Sparkman at (314) 279-1800 for assistance.