Opportunities From: Milwaukee Irish Fest

Volunteer: Miller Captains - Crossroads Wine Bar - 2026

Bar Captain 2025

Program: Beer and Wine

Bar Captain 2025

Program: Beer and Wine

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53188

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Genealogy 2026 Tent Set-up

Help set-up the tent areas and displays at the start of Irishfest. 

Program: Genealogy

Help set-up the tent areas and displays at the start of Irishfest. 

Program: Genealogy

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Gate 6 - 2026

Our main job is to scan the tickets or badges of people entering Irishfest at Gate 6. These people can consist of other volunteers, VIP's, vendors, employees, entertainers, paying customers, Summerfest personnel, security and emergency personnel. We issue hand stamps to people who leave the fest but wish to come back later in the day. We are also in charge of the "volunteer will call" tickets that have been previously reserved for people.

We are Irishfest's first impression to many people, so a friendly and outgoing personality is a plus.

Program: Gate 6

Our main job is to scan the tickets or badges of people entering Irishfest at Gate 6. These people can consist of other volunteers, VIP's, vendors, employees, entertainers, paying customers, Summerfest personnel, security and emergency personnel. We issue hand stamps to people who leave the fest but wish to come back later in the day. We are also in charge of the "volunteer will call" tickets that have been previously reserved for people.

We are Irishfest's first impression to many people, so a friendly and outgoing personality is a plus.

Program: Gate 6

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: 6. Jameson Set Up - 2026

Lend a hand setting up Jameson locations before the festival kicks off! Report to the Jameson Main Bar (north of Main Gate near the Glider). Open to volunteers 18+. You'll earn free admission to Irish Fest for the day—help out early, then enjoy the party!

Program: Jameson

Lend a hand setting up Jameson locations before the festival kicks off! Report to the Jameson Main Bar (north of Main Gate near the Glider). Open to volunteers 18+. You'll earn free admission to Irish Fest for the day—help out early, then enjoy the party!

Program: Jameson

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Tipperary Tea Room - 2026

Area overview:

Located on the edge of the Lakefront Brewery Stage we can enjoy the acts that perform during our shifts.  We have a great family and ADA friendly area with positions for everyone to enjoy.  There are positions that do not require handling money, or alcohol.  Looking for community service hours we will also validate your forms.  On the job training is provided and we welcome all skill levels.  

Responsibilities:

Dessert prep: plating or placing food on trays for serving Serving and cashiering Stocking condiment tables Beverage servers - making the beverages, refilling containers Cleaning tables, trays Qualifications: Must be able to stand  Friendly and customer focused Ability to carry and serve weighted trays and boxes of desserts or case of water Wear comfortable clothes and shoes

Program: Tipperary Tea Room

Area overview:

Located on the edge of the Lakefront Brewery Stage we can enjoy the acts that perform during our shifts.  We have a great family and ADA friendly area with positions for everyone to enjoy.  There are positions that do not require handling money, or alcohol.  Looking for community service hours we will also validate your forms.  On the job training is provided and we welcome all skill levels.  

Responsibilities:

Dessert prep: plating or placing food on trays for serving Serving and cashiering Stocking condiment tables Beverage servers - making the beverages, refilling containers Cleaning tables, trays Qualifications: Must be able to stand  Friendly and customer focused Ability to carry and serve weighted trays and boxes of desserts or case of water Wear comfortable clothes and shoes

Program: Tipperary Tea Room

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Entertainment Café - 2026

A café! For entertainers!  Servicing food and beverage to our many wonderful entertainers.  Also gives them a place to relax, meet and converse with other entertainers

Program: Entertainment Café

A café! For entertainers!  Servicing food and beverage to our many wonderful entertainers.  Also gives them a place to relax, meet and converse with other entertainers

Program: Entertainment Café

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Hurling Hitting Tube 2026

Milwaukee Hurling Club Hitting Tube Demo. Milwaukee Hurling Club member opportunity only

Program: Hurling

Milwaukee Hurling Club Hitting Tube Demo. Milwaukee Hurling Club member opportunity only

Program: Hurling

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Hurling Info Booth 2026

Information Booth for the Milwaukee Hurling Club. Milwaukee Hurling Club Member opportunity only.

Program: Hurling

Information Booth for the Milwaukee Hurling Club. Milwaukee Hurling Club Member opportunity only.

Program: Hurling

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 1. Jameson Main - 2026

Join us at the main Jameson, full-service bar featuring classics like the Big Jamo and Irish Mule, and more! Located near the US Cellular Stage (at the north end of the grounds), we're in a fully covered open-sided tent with seating. Please note, the tent will only closed for inclement weather. You must be 21 to bar tend. Ages 18-20 may operate cash registers only. When registering, please provide your Unisex T-shirt size. MAXIMUM 2 shifts per person over entire weekend.

Program: Jameson

Join us at the main Jameson, full-service bar featuring classics like the Big Jamo and Irish Mule, and more! Located near the US Cellular Stage (at the north end of the grounds), we're in a fully covered open-sided tent with seating. Please note, the tent will only closed for inclement weather. You must be 21 to bar tend. Ages 18-20 may operate cash registers only. When registering, please provide your Unisex T-shirt size. MAXIMUM 2 shifts per person over entire weekend.

Program: Jameson

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 3. Jameson Cool Zone - 2026

Attached to the Jameson Cottage located north of the main gate, the Cool Zone is the hottest place to be. Serve up icy Jameson whiskey slushies to keep the good vibes (and the brain freezes) flowing! Must be 21 to bar tend. Ages 18-20 may operate cash registers only. When registering, please provide a Unisex T-shirt size. This is a covered area that will remain open unless threatening weather. MAXIMUM 2 Jameson shifts per person during Irish Fest.

Program: Jameson

Attached to the Jameson Cottage located north of the main gate, the Cool Zone is the hottest place to be. Serve up icy Jameson whiskey slushies to keep the good vibes (and the brain freezes) flowing! Must be 21 to bar tend. Ages 18-20 may operate cash registers only. When registering, please provide a Unisex T-shirt size. This is a covered area that will remain open unless threatening weather. MAXIMUM 2 Jameson shifts per person during Irish Fest.

Program: Jameson

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Wheelchairs & Strollers/Package Check - Main Gate - 2026

Wheelchairs & Strollers/Package Check - Main Gate

Program: Special Services

Wheelchairs & Strollers/Package Check - Main Gate

Program: Special Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Wine & Soda - Crossroads Bar - 2026

Serve beer, cider, wine and mead to thirsty fest-goers. This is a popular position!

We often need volunteers willing to serve drinks during the late night shifts from 8pm to midnight. We also need volunteers to enter orders and process payments.

These positions are only available to those 21 and older.

Program: Beer and Wine

Serve beer, cider, wine and mead to thirsty fest-goers. This is a popular position!

We often need volunteers willing to serve drinks during the late night shifts from 8pm to midnight. We also need volunteers to enter orders and process payments.

These positions are only available to those 21 and older.

Program: Beer and Wine

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Wine & Soda - Walkway Wine Bar - 2026

Serve beer, cider, wine and mead to thirsty fest-goers. This is a popular position!

We often need volunteers willing to serve drinks during the late night shifts from 8pm to midnight. We also need volunteers to enter orders and process payments.

These positions are only available to those 21 and older.

Program: Beer and Wine

Serve beer, cider, wine and mead to thirsty fest-goers. This is a popular position!

We often need volunteers willing to serve drinks during the late night shifts from 8pm to midnight. We also need volunteers to enter orders and process payments.

These positions are only available to those 21 and older.

Program: Beer and Wine

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Currach - 2026

Currach Interactive tent - looking for any volunteer that is looking for a unique experience. No knowledge of the boats or displays necessary, we will train you up before your shift!!

Program: Currach

Currach Interactive tent - looking for any volunteer that is looking for a unique experience. No knowledge of the boats or displays necessary, we will train you up before your shift!!

Program: Currach

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Pirate Paddy Volunteer - 2026

Pirate Paddy is a fun and easy activity for all ages. We staff locations across the festival grounds and our shifts range from 3-4 hours always in a shaded location with seating. This job is perfect for families and anyone who wishes to volunteer. Kids under the age of 13 may volunteer with their parent or guardian, ages 13-17 may volunteer on their own with a signed permission slip from their parent or guardian, and ages 18 and up can simply sign up. During your shift you will be provided with water and admission to the festival. Your responsibilities will include stamping passports and leading simple crafts. More information will be given following sign up or upon request. 

*All those under 18 must submit a permission slip. 

*All children 12 and under MUST have a patent or guardian volunteering with them. 

Please contact youth@irishfest.com with any questions you may have.

Program: Pirate Paddy

Pirate Paddy is a fun and easy activity for all ages. We staff locations across the festival grounds and our shifts range from 3-4 hours always in a shaded location with seating. This job is perfect for families and anyone who wishes to volunteer. Kids under the age of 13 may volunteer with their parent or guardian, ages 13-17 may volunteer on their own with a signed permission slip from their parent or guardian, and ages 18 and up can simply sign up. During your shift you will be provided with water and admission to the festival. Your responsibilities will include stamping passports and leading simple crafts. More information will be given following sign up or upon request. 

*All those under 18 must submit a permission slip. 

*All children 12 and under MUST have a patent or guardian volunteering with them. 

Please contact youth@irishfest.com with any questions you may have.

Program: Pirate Paddy

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: 5. Jameson Express South - 2026

Kick off the party as soon as people walk in—volunteer at the Jameson Express South Bar, located just inside the South entrance gate! You’ll be serving up smooth Jameson mixed drinks and classic shots to festivalgoers as they arrive, setting the tone for an unforgettable visit. This is a Jameson semi-service bar in a fully covered 20' x 20' tent located near South Gate. Must be 21 to bar tend. Ages 18-20 may operate cash registers only. This is a covered tent that will remain open unless threatening weather. When registering, please provide a unisex T-shirt size. MAXIMUM 2 shifts per person over the entire weekend.

Program: Jameson

Kick off the party as soon as people walk in—volunteer at the Jameson Express South Bar, located just inside the South entrance gate! You’ll be serving up smooth Jameson mixed drinks and classic shots to festivalgoers as they arrive, setting the tone for an unforgettable visit. This is a Jameson semi-service bar in a fully covered 20' x 20' tent located near South Gate. Must be 21 to bar tend. Ages 18-20 may operate cash registers only. This is a covered tent that will remain open unless threatening weather. When registering, please provide a unisex T-shirt size. MAXIMUM 2 shifts per person over the entire weekend.

Program: Jameson

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Children's Area - Lilli-putt Mini Golf - 2026

Lilli-putt Mini Golf is back!  Manage the line, putters and balls at mini golf.

Program: Children's Area

Lilli-putt Mini Golf is back!  Manage the line, putters and balls at mini golf.

Program: Children's Area

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Children's Area - Youth Volunteers - 2026

Kids 8-14 sign up here to help out in the craft tent and Pot o'Gold!  During a shift, kids will rotate between helping in the craft tent and running the Pot o'Gold.  

Program: Children's Area

Kids 8-14 sign up here to help out in the craft tent and Pot o'Gold!  During a shift, kids will rotate between helping in the craft tent and running the Pot o'Gold.  

Program: Children's Area

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Children's Coloring Tent - 2026

Hand out and help kids with coloring projects!

Program: Children's Area

Hand out and help kids with coloring projects!

Program: Children's Area

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Children's Craft Tent - 2026

Hand out and/or assist children with crafts!

Program: Children's Area

Hand out and/or assist children with crafts!

Program: Children's Area

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Literary Corner - 2026

Literary Corner - 2026

Program: Literary Corner

Literary Corner - 2026

Program: Literary Corner

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Lost Children - 2026

Lost Children

Program: Special Services

Lost Children

Program: Special Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Wheelchairs & Strollers - South Gate - 2026

Wheelchairs & Strollers - South Gate

Program: Special Services

Wheelchairs & Strollers - South Gate

Program: Special Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Pirate Paddy Passport Volunteer - 2026

Pirate Paddy is a fun and easy activity for all ages. We staff locations across the festival grounds and our shifts range from 3-4 hours always in a shaded location with seating. This job is perfect for families and anyone who wishes to volunteer. Kids under the age of 13 may volunteer with their parent or guardian, ages 13-17 may volunteer on their own with a signed permission slip from their parent or guardian, and ages 18 and up can simply sign up. During your shift you will be provided with water and admission to the festival. Your responsibilities will include stamping passports and leading simple crafts. More information will be given following sign up or upon request. 

*All those under 18 must submit a permission slip. 

*All children 12 and under MUST have a patent or guardian volunteering with them. 

Please contact youth@irishfest.com with any questions you may have.

Program: Pirate Paddy

Pirate Paddy is a fun and easy activity for all ages. We staff locations across the festival grounds and our shifts range from 3-4 hours always in a shaded location with seating. This job is perfect for families and anyone who wishes to volunteer. Kids under the age of 13 may volunteer with their parent or guardian, ages 13-17 may volunteer on their own with a signed permission slip from their parent or guardian, and ages 18 and up can simply sign up. During your shift you will be provided with water and admission to the festival. Your responsibilities will include stamping passports and leading simple crafts. More information will be given following sign up or upon request. 

*All those under 18 must submit a permission slip. 

*All children 12 and under MUST have a patent or guardian volunteering with them. 

Please contact youth@irishfest.com with any questions you may have.

Program: Pirate Paddy

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Parades 2026 - Characters

Participate in the parade as a costumed character like a pirate, or historical Irish celebrity..   Costumes are provided by Irish Fest if needed.  This requires a great attitude, willingness to have fun with whatever character is available and the ability to walk a mile without resting.   This is a great for fun adults or families.  Must have an adult walk with anyone under 13 and must be able to walk the mile.  YOUTH VOLUNTEERS - will need a permission slip.  THOSE CARRYING WEAPONS - will need a weapons release form.  

Program: Parades

Participate in the parade as a costumed character like a pirate, or historical Irish celebrity..   Costumes are provided by Irish Fest if needed.  This requires a great attitude, willingness to have fun with whatever character is available and the ability to walk a mile without resting.   This is a great for fun adults or families.  Must have an adult walk with anyone under 13 and must be able to walk the mile.  YOUTH VOLUNTEERS - will need a permission slip.  THOSE CARRYING WEAPONS - will need a weapons release form.  

Program: Parades

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53213

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Raffle 2026 - Main Booth

Be part of the excitement at Milwaukee Irish Fest as a Raffle Volunteer! With flexible shifts throughout the festival, it's easy to find a time that fits your schedule while enjoying the energy, music, and camaraderie that make Irish Fest so special. New this year, we're introducing Roaming Raffle Ticket Sellers—giving volunteers the opportunity to move throughout the festival grounds, engage with attendees, and bring the excitement of the raffle directly to the crowds. Whether you prefer working from one of our raffle booths or being out in the action, there's a role for everyone. Help support Milwaukee Irish Fest and CelticMKE while making new friends and creating memorable festival experiences.

Program: Raffle

Be part of the excitement at Milwaukee Irish Fest as a Raffle Volunteer! With flexible shifts throughout the festival, it's easy to find a time that fits your schedule while enjoying the energy, music, and camaraderie that make Irish Fest so special. New this year, we're introducing Roaming Raffle Ticket Sellers—giving volunteers the opportunity to move throughout the festival grounds, engage with attendees, and bring the excitement of the raffle directly to the crowds. Whether you prefer working from one of our raffle booths or being out in the action, there's a role for everyone. Help support Milwaukee Irish Fest and CelticMKE while making new friends and creating memorable festival experiences.

Program: Raffle

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 53202

Allow Groups: No