2026 applications will launch in March!
Read through the A-Team information and submit your volunteer application below.
What is the A-Team?
The A-Team is what we call our awesome volunteers!
What does the A-Team do?
The A-team works before, during, and/or after the festival to support the staff and attendees and to ensure that everyone has an incredible, fun, and safe experience at Alive. As a member of the A-Team, you could be doing anything from selling band merch, to keeping an eye on various entry points, to greeting everyone as they come and go throughout the park. It’s all up to you and what your personal interests are!
What do I get if I join the A-Team?
All A-Team members will receive admission to Alive—so you can enjoy the festival whenever you’re not working—and a free Tent Campsite in the Orange Tent Camping area if you plan to camp. You’ll also get the official A-Team t-shirt, and free showers. Most importantly, you’ll get the sense of being a part of something special—the experience of working at a major music festival, and playing a huge part in everyone’s experience! Not to mention, you’ll make memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Volunteer FAQ
Before applying, please take a minute and read through the A-Team Volunteer FAQ, where you can find the answer to a lot of questions you won’t find on this page.
Team Descriptions
Guest Services
Welcome guests and campers into the festival, help place campers, park cars, answer any questions and help with security when needed. This position requires serving Wednesday, July 15 through Saturday, July 18.
- Skills Required: Customer Service, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Physical Stamina (standing for extended periods)
Sanitation
We have a beautiful park to enjoy and we love to keep it that way! The Sanitation Team members help pick up trash, empty and replace trash cans, and help the park remain clean throughout the week.
- Skills Required: Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Physical Stamina (standing for extended periods, picking up garbage and garbage bags)
Showers
The Shower Team members assist attendees with entering the Shower Area and with purchasing shower passes. At times, they do light cleaning within the shower stalls and periodic restocking of supplies.
- Skills Required: Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Technical Abilities (payment software), Money Handling
Security
Safety and security is a top priority at Alive. The Security Team helps keep a safe environment for all guests by securing various entry points.
MAIN GATE SECURITY – Main Gate Security requires serving Wednesday, July 15 through Saturday, July 18. This team also assists campers who are coming into the park for set-up on Wednesday.
- Skills Required: Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Physical Stamina (standing for extended periods)
AMPHITHEATER SECURITY – Amphitheater Security requires serving Thursday, July 16 through Saturday, July 18.
- Skills Required: Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Physical Stamina (standing for extended periods)
Stage Crew
Assist in loading/unloading band gear and setting it up/tearing it down for the band performances. Earlier mornings and later nights are required — less busy during the daytime. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Previous stage crew experience preferred, but not required.
- Skills Required: Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Physical Stamina (standing for extended periods, moving large pieces of stage equipment and instruments)
Ticketing
Scan tickets and distribute wristbands, provide customer service, and welcome guests into Alive. Attention to detail, able to use an iPhone, and being friendly are the main requirements. This position requires serving Wednesday, July 16 through Saturday, July 19.
- Skills Required: Customer Service, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Technical Abilities (ticketing and payment software), Money Handling
Vending
Sell artist and/or Alive merchandise in the Marketplace Tent, Woods Stage and Next Gen Village. Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle money are a must.
- Skills Required: Customer Service, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Technical Abilities (payment software), Money Handling
Water Stations
Sell $1 bottled water at various locations are the festival. Locations are inside pop-up tents and have chairs available to use.
- Skills Required: Money Handling, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness
Electric Team / Electricians
This role is predominately manual labor for set-up and tear-down, specifically in running cables and setting up power distribution systems. This role does not require you to be a licensed electrician. This team is on site as early as Saturday, July 11, 2026 for setting up the festival and then picks back up at the end of the festival on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Throughout the week we will have shifts available for ongoing power maintenance. You will be working under a licensed electrician.
- Skills Required: Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Knowledge of Standard Power and Wiring Capabilities, High Alertness for Safety
Set-up Team
This team is responsible for setting up various parts of the festival throughout the Atwood Grounds. Set-up includes, chairs, tables, signage, fencing, traffic cones, and more. Each day that a volunteer serves at least 6 hours on the set-up team will receive a one-day wristband. This team starts on Sunday, July 11, 2026 and runs through Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
- Skills Required: Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Physical Stamina (standing for extended periods, moving set-up equipment)
Tear-down Team
This team is responsible for tearing down all of the various parts of Alive from the festival grounds, this includes chairs, tables, signage, fencing, traffic cones, picking up trash and more. We aim to leave Atwood Lake State Park in a better condition than we left it. Tear-down Team-members will receive a free one-day wristband for Alive 2027 for their service. This team serves on Sunday, July 19, 2026 and must pay for a normal ticket if attending the festival in 2026.
- Skills Required: Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Physical Stamina (standing for extended periods, moving set-up equipment).
Team Not Listed
Available only for those who have been contacted by a Coordinator for a team we have not listed above. Please use this only if your preferred position is not listed here.
A-Team Pledge
A-Team members are expected to always maintain a high standard of conduct, keeping in mind what would best represent Jesus at all times. By signing up to be a member of the A-Team, you will be committing to following:
- I commit to treating everyone at the festival with the utmost love, respect, and kindness.
- I commit to being drug and alcohol-free while serving at the festival.
- I commit to dressing modestly and appropriately while serving at the festival.
- I commit to upholding the Christian standards of living according to God’s Word.
- I understand by breaking this pledge, I am liable to the release of my volunteer duties or to a denial of my application.
A-Team Application
Before applying, read through all of the available information above. Applications will be accepted through Thursday, July 9, 2026.