The Gathering in the Gap Music Festival is seeking volunteers to assist with the May 23, event, which is held at the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. Eligible volunteers who register in advance receive a complimentary t-shirt as well as one ticket to the main stage event. Those interested in volunteering should call the park at 276-523-1322 or emailswvamuseum@dcr.virginia.gov.
Available volunteer opportunities include:
Merchandise/Ticket Gates– Assist with merchandise and/or ticket sales, answer questions and direct attendees, musicians and other volunteers to proper area.
Parking– Assist with parking in various locations.
Green Team– Help keep the festival grounds clean and free of debris.
Teen Team– Various opportunities are available, and the festival staff will ensure that teens have the option to work together, if that is their preference.
Hospitality– Keep refreshments for main stage performers stocked throughout the event.
Floater– Working wherever you might be needed.
This year’s festival offers several opportunities for children, a songwriting competition, musical competitions, music jams and the “Stitch in Time” Quilt Show. Food and artisan vendors are also on site.
Gathering in the Gap is a celebration of the rich tradition of old-time, Americana and bluegrass music found in Southwest Virginia. Tickets can be purchased online atwww.gatheringinthegap.org, by calling the park at 276-523-1322 or stopping by the park during regular operating hours.
