We LOVE our volunteers. 

It's people like you volunteering their time that make Budafest a successful event. Volunteers create memorable experiences for visitors and participants alike. This is a great opportunity for you or your organization to be a part of something big in your community while still enjoying the holiday season.  Find your perfect fit by reading the positions and volunteer schedules below. Thank you for your interest in volunteering!

All volunteers will receive a Budafest volunteer t-shirt. Volunteers who work two or more shifts will get a free meal.

Volunteer shifts are three hours per shift.

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Market

Set up/Check-in
8:00AM - 11:00AM

Event Shifts
11:00AM - 2:00PM
2:00PM - 5:00PM
5:00PM - 8:00PM*
8:00PM - 11:00PM*
(*Saturday only)

Market Volunteer (4 per shift)

• Vendor check-in/check-out

• Attends to vendors

Kid's Area

Set up/Check-in
8:00AM - 11:00AM

Event Shifts
11:00AM - 2:00PM
2:00PM - 5:00PM
5:00PM - 8:00PM*
8:00PM - 10:00PM*
(*Saturday only)

Kid's Area VOlunteer (2 per shift)

• Maintains lines and a clean area

• Assists kids with their craft/activity

Stage

Event Shifts
11:00AM - 2:00PM
2:00PM - 5:00PM
5:00PM - 8:00PM*
8:00PM - 11:00PM*
(*Saturday only)

Stage/Entertainment volunteer (2 per shift)

• Keep performances on schedule

• Line up acts

• Communicator between sound technician and acts

Snow Area

Event Shifts
11:00AM - 2:00PM
2:00PM - 5:00PM
5:00PM - 8:00PM*
(*Saturday only)

Surveys (2 people per shift)

Event Shifts
11:00AM - 2:00PM
2:00PM - 5:00PM
5:00PM - 8:00PM
8:00PM - 10:00 PM*
(*Saturday only)

Clean up/Tear down

Saturday
9:00PM - 11:00PM
Sunday
5:00PM - 8:00PM

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Can I get my community service log signed for volunteering at Budafest?

  • Yes, we will sign by volunteer and court-ordered community service logs. When you complete your volunteer shift, check back in with the Volunteer Coordinator to get their signature.

• Do I get a break?

  • If you work one 3-hour shift you do not get a break. However, please rest if necessary. If you are working two or more shifts per day, you get a break every 3 hours and free food from one of the approved food vendors.

• Where can I use the restroom?

  • As a volunteer, you can use the private restrooms reserved for staff and volunteers at the Command Center, where you checked in, Buda Welcome Center, 303 Main Street, Buda, Texas 78610.

• Where can I get my free meal?

  • Volunteers working two consecutive shifts or more in a day will receive a meal ticket to be utilized at one of the approved food vendors for a free meal with a drink. You can redeem your ticket with one of the following vendors:

    • Tejas Birria

    • Oh My Pizza Pie

    • Knightfire

    • Smoke and Fuego

• What should I wear?

  • We suggest comfortable clothing and walking shoes. You will be provided with a red volunteer vest to help attendees identify you.

• I’m a market vendor volunteer. Which vendors do I take care of?

  • Budafest only handles vendors that are in the vendor areas indicated on the map. All vendor booths outside of those mapped areas belong to a different event market and have their own staff.

• Do I get a Budafest t-shirt for volunteering?

  • Yes, you do get a t-shirt and a volunteer button!

• What happens if it rains?

  • Budafest is rain or shine, so be prepared to work in the rain if you are able. If weather becomes severe, such as thunderstorms or high winds, event staff will announce instructions to the public. Please see your volunteer badge for the emergency action plan and map.