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Published 4/15/26 4:01PM

Volunteer for the 13th Annual Boston JerkFest (July 10-12, 2026)

SUSTAINABLE FOOD AND CULTURE
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Boston, MA
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    July 10, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
    End Date:
    July 12, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Commitment Details:
    Volunteers are required to complete at least one shift and attend one mandatory orientation meeting before the festival begins.
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    200
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Community Development, Environment & Sustainability, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Race & Ethnicity
    Benefits:
    Training Provided, Language / Cultural Support Available
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Must be 21+ with photo ID for Rum & Brew Tasting. Attendance at one mandatory orientation meeting is required.
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Volunteer for the 13th Annual Boston JerkFest (July 10-12, 2026)

    13th Annual Boston JerkFest - 2026!

    We are looking for committed, enthusiastic, and responsible volunteers to support the hottest Caribbean food festival of the summer! Join us for a weekend of spice, food, and fun while contributing to our vibrant community.

    Event Details:

    • Date: July 10–12, 2026
    • Location: Harvard Athletic Complex, Ohiri Soccer Field, 95 North Harvard Street, Allston, MA 02134

    The Boston JerkFest is a multiple-award-winning outdoor festival that celebrates the bold flavors of Caribbean cuisine, music, and culture.

    There is so much to experience over this three-day celebration:

    • Rum & Brew Tasting (21+): Kick off the weekend on Friday night with top breweries, distilleries, and live soca music.
    • Caribbean Foodie Festival: Enjoy the signature Jerk Cook-Off, Seafood Throwdown, and sustainable chef demos on Saturday.
    • Entertainment & Culture: Live Caribbean music, a Kids & Culture Zone, and a VIP Reggae Lounge.
    • Community Soccer Fever: Join us for a FREE, relaxed Sunday featuring community soccer activities on Harvard’s professional field.

    Volunteer Benefits:

    • An official festival T-shirt.
    • A food voucher
    • A special gift for returning volunteers who wear their prior JerkFest T-shirts.

    Requirements:

    • Volunteers must be 18+ (21+ for Rum & Brew Tasting shifts).
    • Attendance at one orientation meeting is required.
    • Be sure to fill out the Google Form included so we can collect your information!

    We look forward to working with you! Select your preferences and get ready to be 'Irie' with us.

    Location

    On-site

    Harvard Athletic Complex, Ohiri Soccer Field

    95 N Harvard St, Boston, MA 02134, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    To complete your volunteer application, you must submit the Google Form provided. Please be sure to fill it out. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdUkJWu2qIGrDxz8Zpu0qfkZm4Iphj9nyHclZpnhLm5AoxnMw/viewform

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