500 Festival Volunteer Program

As a nonprofit organization, the 500 Festival relies on a dedicated team of thousands of volunteers to ensure our events and programs enrich the lives of half a million people every year. Working together in true Hoosier spirit, volunteers help create an exciting and impactful community-led road to the Indianapolis 500. The 500 Festival is grateful for the devotion and enthusiasm of our volunteers every year.

Volunteer opportunities will be available from February through May! Check out some of the fun perks of being a 500 Festival Volunteer in 2023:

• A free commemorative volunteer shirt and a collector’s pin
• Access to the 500 Festival Volunteer Virtual Goodie Bag, which contains exclusive promotions and discounts 
• An invitation to the 500 Festival’s Volunteer Appreciation Day on May 20th at IMS (must register for at least one shift by 5 p.m. on 4/12/23 to receive an invitation)
• Two tickets to Indy 500 Qualifications on May 20 (must RSVP to Volunteer Appreciation Day to receive tickets)

Follow this link to learn more about the 500 Festival Volunteer Program!

As a nonprofit organization, the 500 Festival relies on a dedicated team of thousands of volunteers to ensure our events and programs enrich the lives of half a million people every year. Working together in true Hoosier spirit, volunteers help create an exciting and impactful community-led road to the Indianapolis 500. The 500 Festival is grateful for the devotion and enthusiasm of our volunteers every year.

Volunteer opportunities will be available from February through May! Check out some of the fun perks of being a 500 Festival Volunteer in 2023:

• A free commemorative volunteer shirt and a collector’s pin
• Access to the 500 Festival Volunteer Virtual Goodie Bag, which contains exclusive promotions and discounts 
• An invitation to the 500 Festival’s Volunteer Appreciation Day on May 20th at IMS (must register for at least one shift by 5 p.m. on 4/12/23 to receive an invitation)
• Two tickets to Indy 500 Qualifications on May 20 (must RSVP to Volunteer Appreciation Day to receive tickets)

Follow this link to learn more about the 500 Festival Volunteer Program!

In the video below, 500 Festival Program & Event Manager, Heather Williamson, explains how to get involved with volunteering opportunities with the 500 Festival, Mini Marathon and more.