Volunteers

We Can’t Do This Without You! Be Part of What Makes the Festival Incredible.

Join Besa at the Columbus Food Truck Festival to create a warm and welcoming experience for thousands of community members as they enjoy one of Central Ohio's favorite summer traditions. As a volunteer, you will greet guests, provide directions, answer questions, and help create a friendly first impression that keeps the festival running smoothly.

Where You’ll Serve

Volunteers may be placed in one of the following key areas:


  • Ticket Sales – Assist guests with purchasing and scanning tickets.
  • Event Greeters – Welcome attendees, answer questions, and help direct festival traffic.
Volunteer Perks

All volunteers receive:


  • Complimentary parking for the duration of your shift
  • One meal ticket to enjoy a participating food truck
  • Two non-alcoholic drink tokens
  • Official festival volunteer t-shirt
Health & Safety Note

By attending the Columbus Food Truck Festival, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19, which can lead to severe illness or death. We encourage all attendees and volunteers to follow current Franklin County and CDC guidelines.

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Important Application Notice


Participation is subject to approval. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance into the festival. Volunteers must meet all event requirements, deadlines, and operational standards outlined in this application.


Acceptance Notification


Volunteers will be notified of acceptance status by May 15, 2026.


Event Disclaimer


This is a rain or shine outdoor event. Festival organizers are not responsible for sales volume, weather conditions, attendance fluctuations, or individual vendor performance.


Agreement Acknowledgment


By continuing with this application, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the festival’s terms, policies, and requirements, which will be presented in full within the application.


Indemnification & Liability


Volunteers agree to indemnify and hold harmless the festival organizers and affiliated parties from any claims, losses, or damages arising from participation.


Volunteers acknowledge participation is at their own risk.


By submitting this application, you accept these terms as a legal and binding agreement.


Closing


Thank you for your application and continued support of the Columbus Food Truck Festival. We are proud to host this event for the 14th year and look forward to working together to create an outstanding experience for retailers and guests alike.


— The Columbus Food Truck Festival Team

2026 Volunteer Sign-Up

If selected, our team will follow up with next steps and scheduling details.

2026 FOOD VENDOR APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

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We are excited to share that the Food Truck Festival shifts are live as we support one of our non-profit partners Besa!


Shifts are still available Friday, August 14th, and Saturday August 15th.