Location: The Downs, Bristol

Volunteer Arrival Date:  Sat 3rd September & Sun 4th September

Volunteer Departure Date: Sat 3rd September & Sun 4th September

Shifts: No more than 1 x 8 hour shift (2x days of volunteering available)

About: A new inner city music festival drawing the biggest names in international music to Bristol Downs this September. More than a music concert, Forwards looks to challenge what metropolitan festivals can be today and how they can do good, from the inside out. The 2-day festival will harness the power of live events to bring people together for incredible music moments and positive change; through social initiatives and a space for activism and debate. 

Lineup: Jamie XX, The Chemical Brothers, Little Simz, Khruangbin, Fred Again & MANY MORE TBA…

Roles and Responsibilities: 

Gates Team: Our Gates Teams are the first point of contact for all festival-goers on arrival – it’s up to us to give them a warm welcome and set a positive tone for their day!

Includes: Welcome Team, Ticket Scanning, Wristbanding, Queue Stewarding.

These role profiles are designed to give you a good idea of what it will be like volunteering with us on site, however due to the ever changing nature of festivals and events, our team is expected to be flexible and therefore roles are subject to change or adaptation to meet the needs at any time.

Link to festival FAQs / Important Information: https://www.forwardsbristol.co.uk/info