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Volunteer at Vancouver GoFest Celebration 2026
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Description
Vancouver Arena is seeking volunteers for Vancouver GoFest Celebration 2026, a free community festival taking place July 11–12, 2026 in Downtown Vancouver and along the Waterfront.
Now entering its fourth year, Vancouver GoFest Celebration brings together thousands of attendees for a weekend of games, live entertainment, local businesses, artists, family activities, and a city-wide Pokémon-themed adventure. The event helps drive foot traffic to local businesses while creating an inclusive and welcoming experience for visitors of all ages.
Volunteer Positions
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Setup/Teardown help setup/teardown event canopies, tables, chairs, and assist with directing vendor setup.
Registration Booth - will hand out passport books, pins and stickers.
Kids Zone - will help kids at the craft stations (coloring, painting, headbands). Keeping things, tidy, paint brushes cleaned.
Area Monitor will keep an eye out for kids, help direct people with questions and assist with things like refilling water at the cooling stations, checking garbage receptacles, etc.
Volunteers receive:
- Event volunteer shirt
- Festival lanyard
- Snacks and water during their shift
- Community service hours (if needed)
- The opportunity to help create one of the Pacific Northwest's largest Pokémon-themed community events
Event Location:
Downtown Vancouver and Vancouver Waterfront
Vancouver, Washington
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Location
Vancouver GoFest Celebration 2026 – Waterfront Park
Directions
Vancouver GoFest Celebration 2026 takes place throughout Downtown Vancouver and the Waterfront. Volunteer check-in instructions, parking information, and assigned shifts will be emailed prior to the event.
Most volunteer positions are located at Waterfront Park, the registration booth, activity stations, passport locations, and event support areas throughout the festival footprint.
Event Dates: July 11–12, 2026
How to Volunteer for This Opportunity
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Vancouver GoFest Celebration 2026.
Please complete the volunteer signup form linked above. Volunteer assignments, shift schedules, parking information, and check-in instructions will be distributed prior to the event.
Most volunteer shifts are approximately 4 hours. Volunteers receive an event shirt, festival lanyard, snacks, and water during their shift.
Questions can be directed to contactus@pokevancouverarena.com.
We look forward to having you join us July 11–12 in Downtown Vancouver and at the Waterfront.
