Get Involved
Performing at the Festival
If you are a performer who wishes to be considered for the 2026 Islands Folk Festival, happening July 24, 25, 26, please send your promo material and cover letter to: artisticdirector@cowichanfolkguild.ca. Due to a large number of applications, we are unable to respond to all submissions and inquiries. We will be in contact if you are under consideration. Thank you for your interest!
Volunteering for the Festival
Volunteers are the foundation of our festival, without them we would not be the success we are today!
For the modest commitment of 12 festival hours, you get to join our stellar crew and enjoy the following perks.
Volunteer perks include; a weekend pass , free camping in the West Field or Lower Forest, free parking, light meals and snacks in the awesome volunteer center, a chance to win some awesome stuff from our Volunteer Appreciation crew, and exclusive access to our Volunteer Party held right after teardown on the Sunday of festival weekend!
Volunteer spots go fast so don’t delay, fill our your volunteer application today! It’s never too early to get signed up for the coming festival. Click the "Apply to be a Volunteer" button below to fill out an online application.
Available volunteer positions:
Crews are almost full but we do get cancellations, we are keeping a waiting list and will be in touch if there is an opening.