Rock 'n' Roll Christmas: A Cabaret
2025-12-12 - 2025-12-14, 2025-12-19 - 2025-12-21 | McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States
Fridays thru Sundays, Dec 5th thru 21st
Not your typical Christmas show- expect rock, blues, and soul-infused versions of your favorite holiday hits! Perfect for anyone who loves the holidays but wants to turn the volume up! Grab your leather jackets and Santa hats and join us for a holiday show like no other.
Volunteer Positions

Playbill Distributors

Volunteers Needed

10

Contact for Additional Questions

Jeff Owen at jowen@claudemcnealproductions.com

Volunteer Benefits

Free Entry to Event/Show

Physical Requirements

Standing

Dress Code

casual

Parking Location

at McGowan Hall – 1305 N. Delaware Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Parking Instructions

would need to park near rear of building

Global Village: Holiday Bazaar
2025-12-13 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Global Village Welcome Center, 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, 46254, United States
Kick off the holiday shopping season by supporting local artists and artisans during our Holiday Bazaar. See our World of Trees exhibit and a variety of performances, the bazaar also features family activities and photos with Santas from around the world. The Global Village Welcome Center needs volunteers like you to make this event a success
Take advantage of your time and enjoy these temporary installations:
EXHIBIT World of Trees
Nov 29 — Jan 17
Our annual holiday tradition focuses on a forest of Christmas trees decorated by our global community organizations and individuals. Each tree tells the story of a country or culture that allows viewers to discover the wonder of the holiday season all around the world. Plus, vote on your favorite tree and offer feedback to help the forest grow next year!
If you’re able to volunteer for this event, please reach out to the Event Manager, Jamie Sweet, JSweet@imcoalition.org

Angel Tree Christmas Assistance Program
2025-12-16 - 2025-12-19 | The Salvation Army Eagle Creek Corps, 4400 North High School Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46254
Every Christmas there are children lacking life’s vital needs because their families are struggling financially and cannot afford the expense. As you can imagine, it takes hundreds of volunteer hours to make Angel Tree happen each year. We invite you to consider joining us by coming to volunteer with sorting/inventory in November as well as set up and distribution in December in one of the following ways:
organize a toy drive,
accept gifts being dropped off at one of two locations,
inventory and organize gifts during sorting days,
help parents/guardians select gifts when they come to shop on distribution day,
help take bags of gifts out to parent/guardian vehicles.
Sorting/inventory will take place on various dates in November and early December at a warehouse in Whitestown followed by set up from December 10-12 and 15 at our Eagle Creek Corps. Distribution will consist of both a shopping experience where families will select gifts as well as bag distribution where families to come pick up gifts selected by donors for the children tentatively scheduled at our Eagle Creek Corps from December 16-19 between 8:30am-6:30pm.
We welcome both individual volunteers and groups of volunteers (please note volunteers under 18 years of age must be with a parent/guardian/adult) to help us ensure a successful Angel Tree program at our Eagle Creek Corps.
www.sacentralindiana.org

IA Group Volunteering! Cookies and Cocoa Sales During the ISO's Yuletide Performance
2025-12-16 18:00 - 20:30 | Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
Help to Sell Cookies and Cocoa during the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s annual Yuletide tradition.
This is a huge fundraising effort and all proceeds from the cookie sales will go directly to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.
The IA Group scheduled to volunteer on Dec 16th is full.
If you’d like to volunteer on another date, reach out to Emma Howard at ehoward@indianapolissymphony.org.
Thank you Ambassadors!

St. Sebastian by Andrew Kramer, Jan 23rd thru Feb 8th, IF Theatre
2026-01-23 - 2026-02-08 | IndyFringe, 719 E. St. Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States
Box Office, Usher, and Bartenders needed. In this dark comedy, Ben, a former priest, persuades Gideon, his younger “liberal-anti-gun-queer-feminist-PC-sensitivity trainer” partner, to leave their cozy city life behind to flip a fixer-upper, but he conveniently forgets to mention one detail: the house is in a historically—and currently—Black neighborhood. When Ben hires and befriends a local teenager, Reuben, what begins as a “fresh start” quickly spirals into a tense collision of good intentions, buried prejudice, and uncomfortable truths. With biting humor and a chilling edge, St. Sebastian pulls back the curtain on the subtle, insidious ways racism can hide in plain sight—especially behind the mask of good intentions and “wokeness.”
https://www.givepulse.com/event/814022-st-sebastian-by-andrew-kramer
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IA Group Volunteering: Popcorn Sales! Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
2026-01-31 17:15 - 21:00 | Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
Popcorn Concession Sales Volunteers Needed.
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra presents Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™ in Concert from January 30–February 1 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre. Audiences will experience the full film accompanied live by the ISO performing John Williams’ iconic score. It’s a spectacular way to revisit the beginning of the Harry Potter story.
Our new Director of Communications, Angel Akinleye will be leading an Indianapolis Ambassadors group. Popcorn volunteers assist with running the popcorn stands through intermission. After intermission, you are welcome to leave at the start of Act II or stay and enjoy the remainder of the concert.
Here are general volunteer instructions for popcorn sales.
Volunteer Registration: https://forms.gle/bb9V3StuQBqfirZF9 👈
Volunteer with friends! Leave a comment if you are interested in participating.
Volunteering: Popcorn Sales and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for Star Wars: The Force Awakens

IA General Meeting & Volunteer Education at the IF Theatre
2026-02-04 18:00 - 20:00 | IndyFringe, 719 E. St. Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States
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Parking Options
Address for the Art Bank: 811 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Address for the Bottleworks Lot: 850 Massachusetts Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46204
The spots at the art bank are paid but it depends on if someone comes by and drops off the pay slip. If no pay slip is dropped then the there is no charge for the parking. Normally actors and staff for shows use those spots and are not charged. The Bottleworks parking garage is metered.

Million Meal Marathon at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
2026-02-10 | Gainbridge Fieldhouse – Indianapolis, IN, 125 S Pennsylvania St., IN, United States
Multi-Day Support Volunteers Needed. Become a hunger fighting champion today. Join the one-day Million Meal Marathon. Each fall, thousands of Hoosiers come together to pack meals for our fellow Hoosiers who need a helping hand.
All meals packed at the Million Meal Marathon benefit hungry Hoosiers and are delivered to food pantries throughout Indiana. We need YOU to make the Million Meal Marathon a success!
Volunteers help to run meal packing events, making it possible for our meal packing participants to donate thousands of hours and distribute millions of meals to the hungry in Indiana
https://millionmealmovement.org/involvement-mailing-updates/participate-in-a-pack/
Volunteer with friends! Leave a comment if you are interested in participating.
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Central Indiana MathCounts competition Sycamore School
2026-02-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Sycamore School, 1750 W. 64th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, United States
The Central Indiana MathCounts competition will be held on Friday, February 13 at Sycamore School, and I need volunteers to help with proctoring and scoring tests.
Most volunteers are needed from 8:45 am until 12:30 pm. Volunteers that want to serve as proctors will need to arrive earlier (~8:30 am) and will be done earlier. No math expertise is required.
You are welcome to stay after we are done with the tests to see the final countdown round where the top 16 students face off in a Jeopardy style contest for a trophy and bragging rights. You’ll be amazed at how smart these kids are!
Light snacks and lunch will be provided.
Volunteers should email cottrell@lilly.com to register prior to the day of the competition.

Global Village: Lunar New Year Celebration
2026-02-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Global Village Welcome Center, 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, 46254, United States
Enjoy a day full of performances including traditional folk dance and music. Learn about Lunar New Year fashion, enjoy craft activities, food, and a special Lunar New Year market as we welcome the Year of the Horse in this family friendly event. Guests are encouraged to attend in red or traditional outfits from East and Southeast Asia. The Global Village Welcome Center needs volunteers like you to make this event a success.
Sign up to Volunteer!
If you have questions, please reach out to the Event Manager, Enali Rogers, ERogers@imcoalition.org

500 Festival 6-Miler (FULL)
2026-03-07 08:30 - 11:00
On Your Marks, Get Set, GO!!!
For the fourth consecutive year, the 500 Festival has chosen the Indianapolis Ambassadors to host a pit station for their Miler Series of runs/walks. We need your help to make our refreshment station cheerful and efficient for the runners who pass by. We will set up tables, pour drinks of Gatorade and water, hand them to the runners and walkers as they zoom by, and then we clean up and break down the tables.
The 6-miler is set for Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 8:30am-11:00am.
We are assigned to the first pit station — so there’s plenty of time to breakdown and head to an optional breakfast.
Volunteer Registration (2-Steps)

Register with the Indy Ambassadors so WE know you’re coming.
https://forms.gle/nUKHGUijMsFbD2Cs7
Register with the 500 Festival so THEY know you’re coming.
https://500festival.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=105415 and access code is Indy26.

If you have not done so already, you will be prompted to create a new profile.

After profile creation, in the future you will just need your first name and email.

After creating profile / signed in, at the top of the page you will see a box where you can input an access code. Your access code is Indy26. Click Submit.

PLEASE NOTE: Volunteers who would like to receive an invitation to Volunteer Appreciation Day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway® must sign up online by Thursday, April 9th.
>>>> Registration is Required to Participate <<<<

Volunteer Details:

500 Festival 6-Miler
Pit station location will be communicated after registration.
16 volunteers are needed.

Date and Times:

Saturday March 7th
8:30am – 11:00am

Volunteer benefits:

Event shirt
Volunteers who would like to receive an invitation to Volunteer Appreciation Day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway® must sign up online by Thursday, April 9th.

Volunteer Requirements:

Must Be 16
Dress for the Weather

Reach out to Chris Blair at volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org with any questions.

'English', Indiana Repertory Theatre
2026-03-10 - 2026-04-04 | Indiana Reperatory Theatre – Upper Stage, 140 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
Ushers Needed. “English only” is the mantra that rules a classroom in Iran where four adults prepare for an English language exam. But while a new language may represent a new life, how will it alter their identities? This inspirational Pulitzer Prize winner shows that there is more to life than can be spoken in mere words. A thoughtful and heartfelt exploration of the human desire to belong.
https://www.indyambassadors.org/ongoing/indiana-repertory-theatre/
Volunteer with friends! Speak up if you are interested in participating.

Noble Evening in the Garden (FULL)
2026-03-13 18:00 - 23:00 | Expo Hall, Indiana State Fair Grounds, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis, IN, 46205, United States
On Friday, March 13, 2026, Noble will host its 25th Annual “Noble Evening in the Garden” at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. This preview to the Indiana Flower & Patio Show features restaurants with tastings, live entertainment, a huge silent auction, dancing, magicians, artists and much more. We generally host around 1,000-1,200 guests at the event, which stretches throughout Expo Hall and the West Pavilion.
Thank you for your interest. All volunteer positions have been claimed.

Lucky Dog 5K & Shamrock Beer Run
2026-03-14 08:30 - 16:00 | Military Park, 601 W New York Street , Indianapolis, IN, United States
Friends of Indy Animals is looking for people to fill a variety of different shifts between 8:30am and 4pm on Saturday, March 14 at Military Park in downtown Indy.
Lucky Dog 5K is all about Running (or Walking) and supporting amazing animal shelters! “Let’s raise the woof”
Join us on Saturday, March 14th, 2026 at 9:00am EST for an exciting “Lucky Dog 5K-9 Themed” event that features the scenic views of White River State Bark, Downtown Indianapolis!
This race is a sure thing for a great doggy good time!
Who is ready to Party Shamrock Style?
*Join us for our 14th Year of Beer Drinking….
The 2026 event will again feature a Kick-A** DJ, Food Truck, Party Tent, Cornhole, Giant Beer Pong & of course plenty of BEEEER. It’s going to be a SHAMROCKIN’ BrewFest!!
Start your 5K with a Toast of one Craft Beer sample then run/walk to the 1K for another Beer sample, same for the 2K, 3K, 4K and Finish with a Pint of Beer or You Can Drink a Pint Before the 5K event Starts… 🙂
“Running and Beer Two of My Favorite Things”
This is a 21+ event only. No strollers, no kids, no one under 21 admitted.
If you’d like to volunteer email Dean Metcalf at dmetcalf@bobandtom.com

Global Village: International Women’s Gathering
2026-03-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Global Village Welcome Center, 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, 46254, United States
Celebration Volunteers Needed. The Global Village Welcome Center needs volunteers like you to make this event a success. Hear from local Sheroes in this empowering speaker series. Enjoy a special lunch featuring a globally inspired menu and enjoy a variety of music and dance performances from women-led groups.
“We honor the global contributions of women here and abroad. Celebrate and uplift a woman-run non-profit organization during the International Women’s Gathering with influential guest speakers!”
If you’re able to volunteer for this event, please reach out to the Event Manager, Enali Rogers, ERogers@imcoalition.org

Indianapolis Opera: Libiamo! A Renaissance of Taste & Tempo
2026-03-21 15:30 - 21:30 | Basile Opera Center, 4011 N Pennsylvania st, Indianapolis, IN, 46205, United States
Fundraiser Volunteers Needed. In honor of over 50 years of opera tradition in our great city, Indianapolis Opera, in partnership with the Italian Heritage Society of Indiana, debuts an all-new fundraising event celebrating music, design, & culinary artistry. Join us for a curated night of gourmet Italian cuisine, fine wine, glamorous fashion, and transcendent opera singing amid a gallery of Ferrari sports cars, Ducati motorcycles, and Vespas!
The mission of Indianapolis Opera is to educate, inspire, and entertain through the creation and presentation of quality musical storytelling for our diverse Hoosier community.
Three shifts of 6 volunteers are needed for ushering, answering questions, coat checking, assisting with registration and gift bag disbursement, and light cleaning/tidying. The shifts are: 3:45-6pm. 5:45-8pm, and 7:45-9:30 pm.
Volunteer on the last shift will be able to enjoy the music of the opera during their shift. The event has a festive atmosphere and decor.
Parking
There is street parking available, and volunteers may use the valet service.
Dress Code
All black dressy clothes, but comfortable shoes since they will be a lot of standing.
Volunteer Registration
Email Amanda Ellery at admin@indyopera.org to sign up and for additional questions.

USA Swimming Speedo Sectionals
2026-03-25 - 2026-03-29 | Indiana University Natatorium – Indianapolis, 901 West New York Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States
USA Swimming’s Spring Speedo Sectionals Coming to the IU Natatorium from March 25-29. Register Now for Your Favorite Volunteer Spot!
Greetings, Indy Ambassadors!
Thank you for your unmatched support in 2025 that resulted in an amazing year of fast swimming and fun at the IU Natatorium – Indianapolis. 2026 brings another outstanding lineup of events at every level. As a member of Indy Ambassadors, you are invited to be part of the fun and fellowship this year.
It is now time to Think Spring at the Nat! We kick off our Natatorium-hosted event season with USA Swimming’s 2026 Speedo Sectionals at Indianapolis in late March. This event is the first level of USA Swimming’s star championship series and where Olympic dreams are launched. We will be welcoming close to 1,000 accomplished athletes from across the country to Indianapolis that week.
Volunteer opportunities for Speedo Sectionals start on Wednesday, March 25, and continue through Sunday, March 29. Volunteer registration for this event is now open. You are encouraged to sign up soon to secure your favorite volunteer position during shifts that work well in your schedule. Here is the link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EA9AC2CA1FF2-61471887-spring#/
We look forward to welcoming the Indy Ambassadors back to the Nat in March as we continue to build and celebrate our fantastic volunteer community. Thank you for your support of the 2026 USA Swimming Speedo Sectional at Indianapolis!
Sincerely,
Your Local Organizing Committee
2026 USA Swimming Speedo Sectionals at Indianapolis

Indiana Artisan Spring Marketplace 2026
2026-03-28 - 2026-03-29 | Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1200 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46205, United States
Known as the state’s premier art and food experience, the Indiana Artisan Marketplace features two fun-filled days in the spring to engage with artists, see their work, watch them create, taste their foods, sample their wines, and buy the best in Hoosier craftsmanship.
About 90 artisans from across Indiana are expected to showcase their original art, fine craft, small-batch food, and locally produced wine, spirits and other beverages. Many will demonstrate their creative process in their booths. Food and beverage producers will offer samples up and down the food aisle.
If art is your fuel and volunteering is your super power, be part of the team that makes the Indiana Artisan Marketplace a success. The show that has become known as Indiana’s premier art and food experience will be March 28th and 29th in the Agriculture/Horticulture Building at the State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis. Help artists from around the state set up, provide hospitality and customer services to our guests, and help pack up at the end of the show. Before or after your shift, shop the booths, watch artisans share their creative process, taste their foods, and sample their wines. You’ll receive free admission, free parking, light refreshments, a T-shirt and a generous supply of gratitude. Details, sign up at https://signup.com/go/OGAnaoD
https://indianaartisan.org/support/#volunteer

Easter Egg 5K & Kids Dash
2026-04-04 08:30 - 11:30 | National Institute for Fitness and Sport, 250 University Blvd., Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States
Run Support Volunteers Needed. Friends of Indy Animals is looking for people to fill a variety of different shifts between to assist with the Easter Egg 5K & Kids Dash.
The Easter Egg 5K is Downtown at the Beautiful White River State Park! With Indoor Waiting at National Institute for Fitness and Sport or NIFS!!!
Hip Hop Hooray!!! Run/Walk a 5K on April 4th and Finish right into the Easter Egg Party! Bring the Whole Family for a Hoppy Good Eggy Time! Doesn’t Matter if You are a Fast Bunny, Slow Bunny or Just a Hoppy Bunny….
If you’d like to volunteer email Dean Metcalf at dmetcalf@bobandtom.com

Global Village: Arab American Heritage Celebration
2026-04-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Global Village Welcome Center, 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, 46254, United States
Join the Indiana Chapter of the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee for a celebration of Arab American culture with performances, guest speakers, food, and activities. The Global Village Welcome Center needs volunteers like you to make this event a success.
If you’re able to volunteer for this event, please reach out to the Event Manager, Enali Rogers, ERogers@imcoalition.org

Indy Film Fest
2026-04-22 - 2026-04-26 | Kan-Kan Cinema and Brasserie, 1258 Windsor St., Indianapolis, IN, 46201, United States
The Indy Film Fest is looking for volunteers to help patrons, filmmakers, and other guests attending the Indy Film Fest’s in-person events at theaters in downtown Indianapolis.
All volunteers get an exclusive Indy Film Fest volunteer t-shirt, plus tickets to see films and merchandise.
Volunteer Roles:

Box Office: Help sell tickets, merchandise, and answer patron questions.
Ticket Agents: Stationed outside the theater. Scans tickets and passes to make sure patrons make it into the correct theaters.
Theater Lead: Versatile role that can help out front at the box office or assist back in the theater.
*Projectionist: Responsible for starting the films, adjusting sound, handling lights. They stay in the theater throughout the whole film and their role cannot overlap with anything else.
Special Events: Volunteers who help with parties including setup, tear-down, ticket taking, etc.

>>>> Registration is Required to Participate <<<<
Here are a couple of items to keep in mind to help you structure your festival experience.

We are showing movies at two locations: Kan-Kan Cinema and Dance Kaleidoscope .
Shift times may vary depending on where you’re volunteering. This was done to best accommodate you and the theater’s scheduling needs.
Projectionist shifts are for those who have been trained in the equipment. If you would like to volunteer in this area, and have not been trained, let them know.
There are separate sign-ups for opening and closing night parties. Opening night will be at Mayfair Taproom, and closing night will be at Factory Arts District (formerly Circle City Industrial Complex).

Check out the schedule and plan the fest your way.

Volunteer sign-ups:

TimeCounts

Volunteer benefits:

Exclusive Indy Film Fest volunteer t-shirt
Tickets to see films

For additional questions, email Jessica Hand at jessica.hand@indyfilmfest.org

American Red Cross: Home Fire Campaign
2026-04-24
Smoke Alarm Installs – Community Alliance of the Far Eastside (CAFE)
Smoke Alarm Installation Volunteers Needed. We’re excited to invite you to take part in an upcoming volunteer opportunity in partnership with the United Way for Go All In Day!
On this special day of service, we’ll be hosting a Home Fire Campaign event, installing smoke alarms in homes and providing home fire safety education to residents, helping to create safer living environments. This is a meaningful way to make a direct impact on our community – just a few hours of your time can truly save lives.
No prior experience is needed – on-site training, materials, and support will be provided. You’ll work in small teams to install alarms, share fire safety education information, and connect with community members.
To volunteer, please sign up here through Volunteer Connection.
https://www.redcross.org/sso/vc.html?resume=%2Fidp%2FTqJOjYjDUJ%2FresumeSAML20%2Fidp%2FSSO.ping&spentity=http%3A%2F%2Fpingone.com%2Fd5b109be-ce0e-4a23-b2ea-171a180ac2a5
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WFYI's Día del Niño at Be My Neighbor Day
2026-04-25 09:30 - 14:00 | Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
Volunteer in the neighborhood at Día del Niño at Be My Neighbor Day!
Volunteers at the welcome table will greet and welcome guests, assist guests with check-in, pass out take home activity bags and collect data from guests. Post Office volunteers will assist guests with writing and “mailing” letters to community helpers. Volunteer in the “tattoo parlor” will assist guests and apply temporary tattoos. Volunteer in the Art Room at Día del Niño at Be My Neighbor Day will assist guests with crafts, maintain supplies and cleanliness of the art room. Volunteer in the animals/fire truck area are needed to help with line management, interact with families while they wait, provide event information and welcome guests to the event.
Help Daniel Tiger throughout the day as a Character Assistant. As a Character Assistant you will help the character volunteer get the costume on, be their eyes and ears and monitor the time the volunteer is in the costume (30 minutes max at a time). This role will also heavily interact with children and their families so the volunteer should be comfortable having family interactions. Have experience in photography? Help them capture Día del Niño at Be My Neighbor Day through photos! Volunteer photographers will roam and take photos throughout the various event areas and activities. Volunteer must have access to their own camera. Volunteer in the character room are needed to assist guests when greeting Daniel Tiger.
https://www.wfyi.org/volunteer-with-wfyi

500 Festival Indy Mini Expo at the Indiana Convention Center
2026-04-30 - 2026-05-01 | Indiana Convention Center, 100 South Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, 46225, United States
Information, Greeter, & Packet Pick-Up Volunteers Needed. The 500 Festival Indy Mini Expo is the exciting start to Mini-Marathon weekend in Indianapolis! Race participants are required to pick up race materials at the Expo. The Expo will take place on Thursday, April 30, from 4:00 – 8:00 pm, and Friday, May 1, from 10:00 am – 8:00 pm.
The Mini-Marathon Expo features interactive activities and exhibitors for all ages. The Expo is free and open to the public and a great opportunity for everyone to enjoy the excitement of the Mini-Marathon.
https://500festival.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/
Volunteer with friends! Leave a comment if you are interested in participating.

500 Festival: Mini Marathon and 5K
2026-05-02
Voted “America’s Best Half Marathon,” this event brings over 20,000 participants from around the world and promises an iconic adventure you won’t want to miss! The mini-marathon begins and ends in the heart of Indianapolis and includes a lap around the historic Indianapolis Speedway!
Whether you choose the Mini-Marathon or the 5K, you’ll experience an event like no other, with hundreds of the nicest volunteers you’ll ever meet, nearly 50 entertainment groups along the course, and the opportunity to be part of the legendary history. Don’t miss out — volunteer today!
https://500festival.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/
Volunteer with friends! Speak up if you are interested in participating.

Indy Spring Cup at the IU Natatorium
2026-05-06 - 2026-05-09 | IU Natatorium – Indianapolis, 901 West New York Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States
Register Now for Your Favorite Volunteer Spots at the Indy Spring Cup Coming to the IU Natatorium in Early May!
Greetings!
It is now time to Think May at the IU Natatorium – Indianapolis! We are excited to host the 4th edition of the Indy Spring Cup, one of the nation’s premier swimming competitions, from May 6-9. This year we will be welcoming approximately 500 accomplished athletes, including Olympians and aspiring Olympians, for 3.5 days of fast racing at the country’s most iconic aquatics venue.
Volunteer opportunities for this event start on Wednesday, May 6, and continue through Saturday, May 9. You are invited to join in the fun and fellowship as a coveted member of our volunteer Team Indy at the Nat. Sign up now to secure your favorite volunteer position: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EA9AC2CA1FF2-62635201-indy
All volunteers receive complimentary parking and meals during their shifts as well as a commemorative event t-shirt.
We look forward to seeing you soon at the 2026 Indy Spring Cup as we continue to build and celebrate our fantastic volunteer community while providing an exceptional experience for our visiting athletes, coaches, and fans. Thank you!
Sincerely,
The Local Organizing Committee
2026 Indy Spring Cup

IA General Meeting & Education at Center for the Performing Arts (Palladium) in Carmel
2026-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Center for the Performing Arts, One Center Green, Carmel, IN, 46032, United States
All are invited monthly General Meeting of the Indianapolis Ambassadors.
‘The Center’ —anchored by its iconic Palladium—stands as one of Indiana’s most stunning cultural landmarks. Its grand neoclassical design, world‑class acoustics, and warm, light‑filled gathering spaces make it a destination that feels both inspiring and welcoming. Whether you’ve attended a concert there or admired it from afar, the Palladium has a way of making every visit feel special.
Hosting the Indianapolis Ambassadors’ General Meeting inside such a celebrated venue elevates the entire experience. Volunteers will get a rare, behind‑the‑scenes sense of the arts campus while connecting with fellow community‑minded people in a setting designed for creativity and collaboration. It’s the kind of environment that sparks new ideas, strengthens relationships, and reminds you why service in Indianapolis matters.
For anyone curious about joining the Ambassadors—or reconnecting after a busy season—this is the perfect moment. You’ll meet passionate volunteers, learn about ‘The Center’ and how volunteers can contribute at this marvelous attraction.
Afterward, the group is invited to join up for refreshments at our ‘Out After’ at Fork & Ale House.
Attached is a map with an arrow to the East entrance, where people should enter. There is free parking around the Carter Green, as well as in the Center parking garage just south of the palladium.

Big Ten Rowing Championships
2026-05-14 - 2026-05-17 | Eagle Creek Park, 7840 W 56th St., Indianapolis, IN, 46278, United States
The Big Ten Rowing Championships brings together some of the top collegiate rowing teams in the country for a full day of high-level competition on the water. Crews from universities across the Big Ten Conference race in multiple events ranging from single boats to large eight-person shells, competing for conference titles and national rankings.
For volunteers who may be new to rowing, the sport combines teamwork, endurance, timing, and precision. Boats race side-by-side over a marked course, with athletes rowing in synchronization while a coxswain steers and directs the crew. Races are fast-paced and spectators can expect exciting finishes and a strong team atmosphere throughout the event.
Volunteers play a critical role in helping the championships run smoothly. Opportunities include athlete and referee hospitality, parking and transportation coordination, timing and results support, and general event logistics. No prior rowing experience is required for most positions—training and guidance are provided onsite.
The championships offer a chance to be part of a major collegiate sporting event while supporting student-athletes from across the Midwest and beyond. Volunteers often enjoy close access to the competition, beautiful waterfront scenery, and the unique energy of a championship regatta. Whether you are a sports fan, community supporter, or simply looking for a rewarding volunteer experience, the Big Ten Rowing Championships provide an exciting and memorable opportunity.
We don’t have a set age restriction for volunteers, but most positions are best suited for teenagers and above.
Details about park entrance, parking, and job specific duties will be sent 2 days before the event.
Volunteer opportunities can be found in our linked Signup Genius page. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080948AAAA2EA46-62220956-bigten#/
Please reach out to our volunteer coordinator, Liz Butts, at volunteer@indyrowing.org with any questions you might have.

Walk to Cure Arthritis at Connor Prairie
2026-05-15 18:00 - 20:30 | Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, Indiana, 46038
Walk Event Volunteers Needed. Walk to Cure Arthritis is the Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide signature event that unites communities across the country to put an end to arthritis. We aren’t just helping the millions of people with arthritis to live better; we’re charting the course to a cure.
Join our volunteer community of champions. As Champions of Yes, we create opportunities to say Yes instead of No. Yes to fighting for our community and against the challenges we face. Yes to making connections that count. Yes to advancing research for better treatments and a cure.
https://volunteering.arthritis.org/?nd=vms_registration_view&registration_type_id=72
