Photo of group of beer garden vols. Reads 'Happy National Volunteer Week!'

Photo of a woman giving a child a piggyback, advertising Volunteer Calgary's National Volunteer Week celebration.

Happy National Volunteer Week! Calgary Folk Fest, Block Heater and our events at Festival Hall simply could not be done without all the time, effort and passion you donate. This year, Volunteer Calgary has some great free events throughout the week that you are invited to. Check out our newsletter!

This year's artwork by Heather Buchanan, feature a cartoon car and dog lying on a tarp.

Image shows this year's lineup along with a cartoon cat and fish.

Our lineup just dropped! Check out all amazing artists coming to Prince's Island Park this summer🎵 Reminder that active volunteers get a 10% discount for friends and family purchasing tickets! Email vsupport@calgaryfolkfest.com and we will send you the discount.

🎨Artwork by Heather Buchanan

[Image description: Two beer garden volunteers smiling with a caption that reads new volunteer applications are open.]

Attention Folkies!

New volunteer applications are now open 🎉

Know a friend or family member who’d love to be part of the fun? Send them our way! They can sign up here: buff.ly/6kW4d6P

Please note: the minimum age to volunteer at CFMF is 13.

This year, we’re keeping the love close to home. With two exciting draws — The Golden Tarp Prize Package & the Grand Prize “Support CFMF While Supporting Local” Package — every ticket is a chance to win and a chance to give back to your community.

Check out buff.ly/TApWLfj for more details!

[Image description: Three Folk Buddies with a caption that reads “Don’t forget to confirm yourself on the portal”]

Returning volunteers: Have you confirmed yourself on your crew yet?

You have until April 3 to confirm. After that, we’ll start welcoming glorious new volunteers to join the folkie family.

If you have any questions, you can always email vsupport@calgaryfolkfest.com

📸 : @Tangroo

[Image description: Two volunteers walkin’ and talkin’ with a caption that reads “Crew transfers begin today”]

We’re starting to accept crew transfers today. If you’re accepted to a new crew, you’ll receive an email with more details.

Reminder to all unconfirmed volunteers: Kindly confirm your spot on your previous crews before April 3.

📸 : @caydencephotographyresidential

[Image description: Three Beer Garden volunteers carrying flats of Big Rock Beer with a caption that reads “Happy St. Patrick’s Day”]

Wishing all of you a very happy St. Patrick’s Day 🍀

Huge thanks to the amazing team at @bigrockbrewery for helping our volunteers keep the beverages flowing on the island — from alcoholic to non-alcoholic — all delivered with their signature flair.

Three cheers to volunteers!

James C. Stangroom | Photographer The online photography portfolio of James Stangroom

Welcome back, volunteers!

We’re excited to share that the CFMF 2026 portal will be opening soon. If you’ve volunteered in the past two years, please watch your email for details on confirming your status for this summer.

📸 : jcsphoto.ca

Thank you to Scott and his team at The Dogfather for keeping us fed both off and on the island!

We recently had a celebration of our managers and coordinators, featuring his signature hot dog buffet and name that tune bingo.

📸 : @pfesko

And that’s a wrap!

Thank you to our Block Heater volunteers for bringing another winter festival to life.

Keep an eye on your inbox for the volunteer survey. Complete it by Saturday, February 28 at 11:59pm and you’ll be entered into a raffle for some pretty cool prizes.
📸 : @sparrow_ron, @pfesko

[Image description: A carousel of images: Slide 1: Block Heater Saturday; Slide 2: today’s menu; Slide 3: Survey]

Today is the last day of Block Heater. A little bittersweet but all good things must come to an end.

That being said, today is going to be jam-packed with music, activities, film and friends.

Make sure to take some time to appreciate the world around you that you helped create.

Day two has arrived and we’re over the moon to bring the festivities to The Confluence.

Three stages of tunes, with film programming in the Burns West Theatre — what a treat!

[Image description: A carousel of images: Slide 1: Block Heater Thursday; Slide 2: Away we go; Slide 3: Volunteer checklist; Slide 4: I’m running late, what do I do]

Heya Block Heater volunteers,

The day is finally here — day one of Block Heater 2026!

The party begins tonight at Festival Hall then it’s onto The Confluence for two days of magic.

Viva la Block Heater!

[Image description: A smiling Block Heater volunteer holding their volunteer package with a caption that reads “Are you Block Heater ready?”]

Block Heater is 1 sleep away — whoa!

Here’s what you’ll need to make sure you’re set up for success:

Volunteer badge
Volunteer shirt
Volunteer handbook
Face mask (optional)
Jacket, mitts & toque
Reusable water bottle
Great attitude and excitement for the big line up!

📸 : @sparrow_ron

[Image description: volunteers taking part at package pick--up at The Confluence with a caption that reads “Final package pick-up today at The Confluence”]

Tonight is your final opportunity to pick up your Block Heater package. Pickup will take place at The Confluence (750 9 Ave SE) from 5–8pm.

We will also be holding training at 6pm for everyone on the Door, Raffle, and Cashiers crews.

📸 : @sparrow_ron

[Image description: a smiling volunteer holding a 50/50 sign with a caption that reads “don’t forget about the 50/50 raffle.”]

Our Block Heater 50/50 is now live!

Did you know that volunteers are eligible to purchase tickets, and have often won the big jackpot in the past?

If you see one of our amazing raffle sellers, grab a ticket for your chance at the pot!

📸 : @mitra_samavaki

[Image description: A graphic featuring training dates for Block Heater]

Hiya Block Heater volunteers!

Please review your assigned training dates for Block Heater 2026.

These individual training sessions will take no more than an hour and will coincide with your package pick-up — two birds, one snowball❄️

📸 : @sparrow_ron

[Image description: 3 happy peeps ready for Block Heater package pick-up with a caption that reads Block Heater package pick-up begins this weekend]

Volunteer package pick-up for Block Heater 2026 is just around the corner!

Package pick-up will take place at The Confluence (750 9 Ave SE) on:

Sunday, February 1 from noon–5pm
&
Tuesday, February 3 from 5–8pm.

Thank you, volunteers!

📸 : @sparrow_ron

[Image description: two smiling Block Heater volunteers with a caption that reads use the volunteer discount for 10% off]

Block Heater 2026 is just around the corner, and we want to make sure our dedicated volunteers get in on the action.

All CFMF, Block Heater & Festival Hall volunteers can enjoy a 10% discount off tickets — just shoot an email to vsupport@calgaryfolkfest.com for the discount code.

📸: @sparrow_ron

[Image description: A smiling 2025 Block Heater volunteer with a caption that reads ‘Reminder — new volunteer orientation tomorrow at 6:30pm online]

Friendly reminder that our mandatory new volunteer orientation is happening tomorrow online at 6:30 PM. We’ll cover all the essential details and walk through the nuts and bolts that help keep the festival running smoothly.

Check your email for more details!

📸: @mitra_samavaki

Tickets The annual Festival is a four-day family-friendly cultural and musical extravaganza. Featuring 70 artists from Alberta, Canada, and the world.

Our holiday sale is ongoing! Grab 4-day passes for the 2026 summer fest for just $215!

And don’t forget — volunteers get 10% off for themselves, friends and family. Email vsupport@calgaryfolkfest.com for your code.

This offer runs until January 7. You can purchase your tickets at buff.ly/mPoh7cf

Shout-out to our wonderful Festival Hall volunteers!

Thank you for your help with another busy season. Your warm smiles and tremendous hospitality made our little hall extra cozy and welcoming to guests and artists alike.

We will see you in the new year!

📸 : @pfesko, @sparrow_ron

[Image description: A carousel of photos of volunteers from CFMF, Festival Hall & Block Heater with a caption that reads Happy International Volunteer Day]

Happy International Volunteer Day!

Across the globe, volunteering is something that brings us together.

To celebrate, we have some nifty prizes to give away! Check your inbox for our latest newsletter for all the deets!

📸 : @lubel80, @aniiharo, @pfesko

Thank you to everyone who braved the Sunday weather and downtown traffic to join us for our screening of Edward Scissorhands
.
A big shout-out to Big Rock Brewery and Righteous Gelato, and to the Globe Cinema for their wonderful hospitality.

📸: @pfesko

[Image description: A carousel of images highlighting the importance of gift of Fair Entry and access to Calgary Folk Music Festival]

It's Giving Tuesday! Your donation to CFMF will offset the cost of offering discounted Fair Entry tickets - so families, seniors, and youth can come together on Prince’s Island Park to enjoy the magic of live music together as a community.

Consider donating today at buff.ly/On1yHFO

[Image description: 3 happy volunteers with a caption that says Volunteer appreciation party - last chance to join the fun]

Hi volunteers,

We’re hosting a volunteer appreciation party this Sunday, November 30, and we still have some room available.

Please note that space is limited. Check your email for our latest newsletter for more details.

📸: @thirdphotography_calgary

Become a Volunteer The annual Festival is a four-day family-friendly cultural and musical extravaganza. Featuring 70 artists from Alberta, Canada, and the world.

❄️Block Heater is back February 5–7 ❄️

We kick things off Thursday at Festival Hall, then move over to The Confluence for two days of incredible music and so much more.

Wanna volunteer? Head over to buff.ly/QvEQEPx if you’re interested in joining the team.

🎨: @heatherbuchanan

Our Story The annual Festival is a four-day family-friendly cultural and musical extravaganza. Featuring 70 artists from Alberta, Canada, and the world.

Join our Board of Directors for 2026!
The Folk Festival Society of Calgary (FFSC) is seeking passionate and community-minded individuals to join our Board of Directors in advance of our Annual General Meeting (AGM) in April 2026.

[Image description: A carousel of photos taken by volunteers during CFMF 2025]

Shoutout to all the volunteers who submitted their festival photos this year.

From best buds to cute couples, sunshine to puddles — thanks for highlighting not only the big moments, but also the little ones in between. ♥️

[Image description: A carousel of volunteers showing off their homemade festival t-shirts]

[Image description: A carousel of volunteers showing off their homemade festival t-shirts]

[Image description: A carousel of volunteers showing off their homemade festival t-shirts]

[Image description: A carousel of volunteers showing off their homemade festival t-shirts]

We asked for your best DIY shirts, and you absolutely delivered.

While not everyone can take home first place, we couldn’t let these incredible creations go unnoticed.

Who knew a bunch of music lovers could be so creative?