Volunteer at the Great Northern Viking Festival

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Are you ready to embark on an epic adventure? The Great Northern Viking Festival is seeking enthusiastic volunteers and paid leaders to bring the Viking Age to life! Whether you're interested in helping with our family-friendly daytime festival or the exclusive 21+ evening event, “A Night in Valhalla,” we have the perfect role for you.

Marketing (Pre-Fest): Use your social media savvy and help distribute printed materials to promote this exciting event.

Pre-Fest Set-Up and Decoration: Assist in transforming the festival grounds and Mead Hall on Thursday afternoon, evening, or Friday before 6 PM. We need creative individuals who can use tools, lift up to 50 lbs, and ensure the festival looks amazing.

Post-Fest Clean-Up: Help pack up on Sunday after 4:30 PM or Monday morning if needed. This role requires lifting, organizing, and storing equipment until next year’s event.

Parking: Direct guests to parking spaces while ensuring safety and smooth traffic flow.

Gate/Check-In: Validate tickets and manage guest entry. Volunteers should be comfortable handling tablets.

Grounds Crew: Maintain a clean and welcoming festival environment by restocking outhouses, emptying trash cans, and assisting campers. 

Security (18+): Ensure a safe festival experience by checking IDs, issuing wristbands, and helping non-camping guests leave at midnight. You may also assist with Mead Hall security.

Merch Booth: Sell Viking merchandise, handle credit transactions, and engage with festival attendees. Sales experience preferred.

Kids Area Helper: Supervise kids' activities and engage with families to ensure a fun and safe environment.

Spear Throwing Helper: Guide participants in this exciting Viking activity while ensuring safety and assisting with setup and cleanup.

Demo Area Attendant: Support live Viking demos by helping set up and guiding guests through these immersive experiences.

Information Booth Contact: Provide festival information, handle lost and found, distribute maps, and answer attendee questions.

Floater Volunteer: Be flexible and ready to jump in wherever needed to help the festival run smoothly.

• Exclusive Access: Get behind-the-scenes access and be a part of the action.
• Community Spirit: Meet new people, form lasting friendships, and celebrate Viking heritage.
• Special Perks: Enjoy free festival passes, discounts on merchandise, snacks, and two half-price tickets for family or friends.
• Flexible Shifts: 3.5-hour shifts give you plenty of time to enjoy the festival.
• Be Part of History: Help forge the 2nd annual Great Northern Viking Festival and establish it as an annual tradition in Minnesota!
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Fill out the form below to sign up. Let us know your availability and which roles you're interested in!

(Volunteers must be 18 or older.   If under 18, a parent or legal guardian must volunteer alongside you during the same shift.
Volunteers for A Night in Valhalla must be 21 or older.)

20002 Hawkeye Lane, Mankato, MN 56001

For more information, email us at:

Vikingfestvolunteers@yahoo.com or

GreatNorthernVikingFestival@gmail.com