Volunteer

Satchmo SummerFest
presented by NEW ORLEANS TOURISM AND CULTURAL FUND (NOTCF)

We are thrilled to return to the New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint on August 2-3, 2025, to celebrate the life, music, and legacy of New Orleans native Louis Armstrong. Read below for more information on how sign up to volunteer at Satchmo SummerFest! 

Looking for a fun and rewarding way to give back to the New Orleans music scene? Join our incredible volunteer family! Whether you’re a local or a music-lover from afar, volunteering is a fantastic way to connect with the community, experience the festival, and help make it a success. Perfect for corporate team-building, groups of friends, students, and individuals alike!

Volunteer Perks & Requirements

satchmo summerfest volunteer perks

  • A limited edition collectible volunteer t-shirt to be worn while volunteering and taken home after your shift!
  • $10 pre-loaded RFID card for each volunteer, per completed shift, to use at our official merchandise booth and any beverage vendor booth.
  • Food and beverage credits are available for those working multiple shifts on the same day. 
  • Prizes and Raffles: Win exclusive festival merchandise.
  • Snacks and Water: Complimentary refreshments during your shift.
  • Community Appreciation: Recognition from the festival staff and attendees. 

Volunteer Requirements

    • All volunteers must be at least 16 years old.
    • All volunteers working in a beer or beverage booth where alcohol is served must be 21 or older.
    • No selling or direct hand-off of alcoholic beverages during your shift. 
    • All volunteers will be required to sign a release waiver either online or at the check-in booth on the festival grounds.
    • All volunteers must abide by the Volunteer Guidelines of French Quarter Festivals, Inc.

Thank you to NOTCF for Powering the SATCHMO SummerFest Volunteer Program!