Volunteer Opportunities From: United Way of Mower County

Volunteer: Freedom Festival Floater 2026

Do you like jumping in and helping out where needed?  Then we want YOU to be a Freedom Festival Floater!


What does a 'Floater' do?  All the things!  You'll check on other volunteers and see if they need a bottle of water.  Maybe sub in for a bouncy volunteer so they can have a shade break or bathroom break.  Maybe hop into the info tent to help out in case someone is running late.  Keep watch over the kids corn box, keep the picnic tables tidy, pass out brochures, etc.  Basically a jack of all trades!


Bring a friend and hang out at the Festival and help it run smoothly!

Agency: 4th of July Freedom Festival

Do you like jumping in and helping out where needed?  Then we want YOU to be a Freedom Festival Floater!


What does a 'Floater' do?  All the things!  You'll check on other volunteers and see if they need a bottle of water.  Maybe sub in for a bouncy volunteer so they can have a shade break or bathroom break.  Maybe hop into the info tent to help out in case someone is running late.  Keep watch over the kids corn box, keep the picnic tables tidy, pass out brochures, etc.  Basically a jack of all trades!


Bring a friend and hang out at the Festival and help it run smoothly!

Agency: 4th of July Freedom Festival

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Bingo Volunteers – 4th of July Celebration

Join the Veterans Council in helping run the community Bingo event during Austin's 4th of July celebration!

Job Duties: Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks, including distributing bingo cards, collecting payments, helping participants, answering questions, and providing general event support to ensure a fun and successful experience for all attendees.

Volunteer Shifts: Shift 1: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Shift 2: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Volunteers should arrive a few minutes early for instructions. This is a great opportunity to support local veterans while earning volunteer hours and giving back to the community.

Location: Veterans Pavilion (large building next to the stage) down by Skinners Hill.

104 9th place SW Austin, MN 55912

Age Requirement: Open to volunteers ages 15 and older.

Contact: Reach out to Mary at 507-440-3606 with questions.


Thank you for helping make Austin's 4th of July celebration a success!

Agency: Mower County Veterans Council

Join the Veterans Council in helping run the community Bingo event during Austin's 4th of July celebration!

Job Duties: Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks, including distributing bingo cards, collecting payments, helping participants, answering questions, and providing general event support to ensure a fun and successful experience for all attendees.

Volunteer Shifts: Shift 1: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Shift 2: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Volunteers should arrive a few minutes early for instructions. This is a great opportunity to support local veterans while earning volunteer hours and giving back to the community.

Location: Veterans Pavilion (large building next to the stage) down by Skinners Hill.

104 9th place SW Austin, MN 55912

Age Requirement: Open to volunteers ages 15 and older.

Contact: Reach out to Mary at 507-440-3606 with questions.


Thank you for helping make Austin's 4th of July celebration a success!

Agency: Mower County Veterans Council

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Freedom Festival Safety Patrol 2026

Safety first!

Join our team of vigilant volunteers as a safety squad member at the festival. You and a partner will have access to a golf cart and walkie-talkie to cruise the park perimeter keeping an eye out for anything out of the ordinary. As a safety squad member, you'll help ensure a fun and secure environment for all festival-goers!  Your presence in the park will help festival goers find someone in case of an emergency and maybe even deter mischief before it starts :) 

You'll be on the lookout for potential issues like overflowing trash, low supplies of hand sanitizer or soap, or other issues that require attention. Your job also includes assisting in case of emergencies, like locating and leading other emergency services to those in need. And if you find anyone in distress, you'll be there in a flash!

You don't need to be a superhero to make a difference, just a safety squad member at our festival. Apply now to volunteer!

NOTE:  Each shift is ONE golf cart that can accommodate two people. Sign up as a team if you want to work the shift with a partner/friend! 

Agency: 4th of July Freedom Festival

Safety first!

Join our team of vigilant volunteers as a safety squad member at the festival. You and a partner will have access to a golf cart and walkie-talkie to cruise the park perimeter keeping an eye out for anything out of the ordinary. As a safety squad member, you'll help ensure a fun and secure environment for all festival-goers!  Your presence in the park will help festival goers find someone in case of an emergency and maybe even deter mischief before it starts :) 

You'll be on the lookout for potential issues like overflowing trash, low supplies of hand sanitizer or soap, or other issues that require attention. Your job also includes assisting in case of emergencies, like locating and leading other emergency services to those in need. And if you find anyone in distress, you'll be there in a flash!

You don't need to be a superhero to make a difference, just a safety squad member at our festival. Apply now to volunteer!

NOTE:  Each shift is ONE golf cart that can accommodate two people. Sign up as a team if you want to work the shift with a partner/friend! 

Agency: 4th of July Freedom Festival

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Freedom Festival Set Up Crew 2026

Do you want to help set up and decorate for one of the biggest community block parties in Austin?

It takes a lot of hands to get ready for the Freedom Festival, and we need you!

Things that you might do include:

putting up bunting and flagsdecoratingsetting up tablesputting things togetherspray painting stars placing benches and tables in useful placesputting up signssweeping the stagepicking up sticks (so those bouncy houses stay inflated!)placing sandbag weights
and anything else that might need doing to make Bandshell Park look amazing for our entire community!  

So bring your friends and family, or come on down and meet someone new.  Stay the whole time, or stay as long you can and be a part of putting together our Hometown 4th of July!

Agency: 4th of July Freedom Festival

Do you want to help set up and decorate for one of the biggest community block parties in Austin?

It takes a lot of hands to get ready for the Freedom Festival, and we need you!

Things that you might do include:

putting up bunting and flagsdecoratingsetting up tablesputting things togetherspray painting stars placing benches and tables in useful placesputting up signssweeping the stagepicking up sticks (so those bouncy houses stay inflated!)placing sandbag weights
and anything else that might need doing to make Bandshell Park look amazing for our entire community!  

So bring your friends and family, or come on down and meet someone new.  Stay the whole time, or stay as long you can and be a part of putting together our Hometown 4th of July!

Agency: 4th of July Freedom Festival

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Freedom Festival Clean up Crew 2026

Do you want to help tear down and clean up after one of the biggest community block parties in Austin?

It takes a lot of hands to get ready for the Freedom Festival, and we need you!

Things that you might do include:

*Taking down banners

*taking down signs

*Taking down bunting

*Taking lights off fence

*packing up info tent

*Shoveling corn pit

So bring your friends and family, or come on down and meet someone new.  Stay the whole time, or stay as long you can and be a part of putting together our Hometown 4th of July!

Agency: 4th of July Freedom Festival

Do you want to help tear down and clean up after one of the biggest community block parties in Austin?

It takes a lot of hands to get ready for the Freedom Festival, and we need you!

Things that you might do include:

*Taking down banners

*taking down signs

*Taking down bunting

*Taking lights off fence

*packing up info tent

*Shoveling corn pit

So bring your friends and family, or come on down and meet someone new.  Stay the whole time, or stay as long you can and be a part of putting together our Hometown 4th of July!

Agency: 4th of July Freedom Festival

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Freedom Festival Information Tent 2026

Hey, you there! Are you a people person with a helpful attitude and a knack for problem-solving? We need you to be a part of our information tent team! As a volunteer, you'll be stationed near the inflatables as a central resource for all festival goers. You'll be handing out brochures and maps, answering questions, pointing people in the right direction to find events, and acting as a lost and found for items and children. You'll be the hero who saves the day by helping people navigate the festival and ensuring that everyone has a fantastic time. No need to worry if you don't know all the answers - just do your best and we'll have other resources available to help you out. And who knows, you might even discover some hidden gems and secret spots at the festival along the way. So what are you waiting for? Join our information tent team and be a part of the festival magic!

Agency: 4th of July Freedom Festival

Hey, you there! Are you a people person with a helpful attitude and a knack for problem-solving? We need you to be a part of our information tent team! As a volunteer, you'll be stationed near the inflatables as a central resource for all festival goers. You'll be handing out brochures and maps, answering questions, pointing people in the right direction to find events, and acting as a lost and found for items and children. You'll be the hero who saves the day by helping people navigate the festival and ensuring that everyone has a fantastic time. No need to worry if you don't know all the answers - just do your best and we'll have other resources available to help you out. And who knows, you might even discover some hidden gems and secret spots at the festival along the way. So what are you waiting for? Join our information tent team and be a part of the festival magic!

Agency: 4th of July Freedom Festival

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: 4th of July Parade - Cleanup crew

Help wrap up Austin's 4th of July Parade by assisting with event cleanup after the parade concludes!

Cleanup Crew volunteers will help pick up equipment, and assist event organizers with restoring staging and parade areas. This is a great opportunity to help ensure the event concludes safely and efficiently.

Note: We typically ask volunteers from the Parking Lot Staging team to assist with cleanup as well, so volunteers may be able to serve in both roles.

Time: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AMMeet at Apple Valley Foods Parking LotVolunteer Perks: Free event T-shirtLight continental breakfast provided before the start of the shiftMust be at least 17 years old.Contact Joe at Joseph@austincoc.com for questions. Thank you for helping the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce make this community tradition a success!

Agency: Austin Area Chamber of Commerce

Help wrap up Austin's 4th of July Parade by assisting with event cleanup after the parade concludes!

Cleanup Crew volunteers will help pick up equipment, and assist event organizers with restoring staging and parade areas. This is a great opportunity to help ensure the event concludes safely and efficiently.

Note: We typically ask volunteers from the Parking Lot Staging team to assist with cleanup as well, so volunteers may be able to serve in both roles.

Time: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AMMeet at Apple Valley Foods Parking LotVolunteer Perks: Free event T-shirtLight continental breakfast provided before the start of the shiftMust be at least 17 years old.Contact Joe at Joseph@austincoc.com for questions. Thank you for helping the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce make this community tradition a success!

Agency: Austin Area Chamber of Commerce

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 4, 2026

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4th of July Parade - Parking Lot Staging

Help make Austin's 4th of July Parade a success by assisting with parking lot staging before the parade begins!

Volunteers will help organize parade participants, direct vehicles to designated staging areas, and assist event organizers with ensuring the parade lineup runs smoothly and safely.

Time: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AMMeet at Apple Valley Foods Parking LotVolunteer Perks: Free event T-shirtLight continental breakfast provided before the start of the shiftMust be at least 17 years old.Contact Joe at Joseph@austincoc.com for questions. Thank you for helping the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce make this community tradition a success!

Agency: Austin Area Chamber of Commerce

Help make Austin's 4th of July Parade a success by assisting with parking lot staging before the parade begins!

Volunteers will help organize parade participants, direct vehicles to designated staging areas, and assist event organizers with ensuring the parade lineup runs smoothly and safely.

Time: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AMMeet at Apple Valley Foods Parking LotVolunteer Perks: Free event T-shirtLight continental breakfast provided before the start of the shiftMust be at least 17 years old.Contact Joe at Joseph@austincoc.com for questions. Thank you for helping the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce make this community tradition a success!

Agency: Austin Area Chamber of Commerce

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 4, 2026

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 4th of July Parade - Route Observers

Help ensure a safe and successful 4th of July Parade by serving as a Route Observer!

Route Observers will be stationed along the parade route to monitor activities, help identify any safety concerns, communicate with event organizers as needed, and assist in keeping the parade running smoothly.

Time: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AMMeet at Apple Valley Foods Parking LotVolunteer Perks: Free event T-shirtLight continental breakfast provided before the start of the shiftMust be at least 21 years old.Contact Joe at Joseph@austincoc.com for questions. Thank you for helping the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce make this community tradition a success!

Agency: Austin Area Chamber of Commerce

Help ensure a safe and successful 4th of July Parade by serving as a Route Observer!

Route Observers will be stationed along the parade route to monitor activities, help identify any safety concerns, communicate with event organizers as needed, and assist in keeping the parade running smoothly.

Time: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AMMeet at Apple Valley Foods Parking LotVolunteer Perks: Free event T-shirtLight continental breakfast provided before the start of the shiftMust be at least 21 years old.Contact Joe at Joseph@austincoc.com for questions. Thank you for helping the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce make this community tradition a success!

Agency: Austin Area Chamber of Commerce

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 4, 2026

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: No