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David A. Lapreay, Coordinator Lara Nichols, Asst. Coordinator ahfestival@southington.org (860) 276-6221
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Get Involved - Become a Volunteer!

The Southington Apple Harvest Festival is run primarily by volunteers like you! Each year we recruit approximately 200 people to volunteer a few hours of their time over the 6 days of the festival. Volunteers receive a commemorative t-shirt as a thank you for their time.

Volunteer Positions

BEVERAGE SALES:  Volunteers in these booths will keep our festival visitors hydrated by selling bottled beverages.

CARNIVAL TICKET SALES:  Volunteers will work in the carnival ticket booths selling ride tickets.

INFORMATION BOOTH:  Volunteers will provide patrons with brochures, maps, and general festival knowledge.

BEVERAGE RUNNERS:  These volunteers will be in charge of keeping our beverage booths fully stocked. Must be able to lift 25 lbs. and complete repeat motions including bending.
Volunteer Application


General Info

  • Adults and youth (ages 15 & up) are welcome to apply to be a volunteer.
  • Volunteer shifts range from 2.5 hours to 4 hours in duration. Exact shift times are noted on the volunteer application form. You are welcome to sign up for multiple shifts if you wish.
  • All volunteers must have reliable transportation to and from the Festival. Shuttle bus service is not available on either Friday of the Festival (September 29 and October 6).
  • All booths staffed by volunteers will have a minimum of two (2) people working at all times.
  • Any volunteer handling money must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Please call the Festival Information Line at (860) 276-6221 with any questions or concerns.