Volunteer for the Alberta Pork Lounge
Love food, beer, and great vibes? We’re looking for volunteers to help bring the Alberta Pork Lounge to life at one of Alberta’s biggest festivals: the Calgary International Beerfest.
This is a fun, social volunteer opportunity where you’ll be part of a high-energy booth designed to inspire festival-goers to try new pork dishes, pick up pork at their local butcher or grocery store, and feel confident cooking pork at home. If you enjoy chatting with people, sharing cool swag, and being part of a lively festival atmosphere, this one’s for you.What Is the Alberta Pork Lounge?
The Alberta Pork Lounge is a welcoming, food-forward space inside Beerfest where great beer meets great food. Our booth features:- Prize giveaways
- Fun, free swag for guests
- Pork recipe cards and cooking inspiration
- Informative materials about pork and how to enjoy it at home
Volunteer Perks
We believe volunteering should be just as fun as it is rewarding. As a thank-you for your time, volunteers receive:
- A pink Pick Pork t-shirt
- A pink Think Pink ball cap
- Cool pink sunglasses
- Vendor food/drink tickets to enjoy Beerfest after your shift
You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes experience and the chance to volunteer alongside passionate pork people.
What You’ll Be Doing
Volunteers work in pairs during 2–3 hour shifts and may help with:
- Welcoming guests to the Alberta Pork Lounge
- Running prize giveaways
- Handing out free swag, recipe cards, and pork information
- Keeping the lounge area tidy and inviting
- Creating a fun, friendly atmosphere for festival-goers
Who Can Volunteer?
- You must be 18+ (Beerfest requirement)
- Available for at least one session
- Comfortable engaging with the public
- Reliable, friendly, and ready to have fun
Be part of a great food experience, enjoy the Beerfest atmosphere, and help inspire people to think differently about pork. We’d love to have you on the team.
Apply today — spots are limited!
Form submission deadline is April 24, 2026
Shift Options
Volunteers are scheduled in 3 hour shifts aligned with each Beerfest session. Final assignments will be confirmed closer to the event.
Dates: May 1 & 2, 2026
Location: BMO Centre, Stampede Park, Calgary
Sessions:
- Friday Evening: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday Afternoon: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday Evening: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Alberta Pork Lounge Volunteer Registration
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