Mile of Music

Mile of Music 2026 (Mile 13)

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Mile of Music, July 30-August 2 also known as Mile 13! Without your help, we would not be able to help make the music happen. With 650 live music sets over 4 days in 40 venues, your help is truly appreciated.

Most shifts for Mile 13 are between 3 and 5 hours.

Join our Facebook group! Search "Mile of Music Volunteers" and request to join. Once you register to volunteer, you will be approved by an administrator OR click here to join.

Take a look at the volunteer positions & descriptions below and register using your most frequently used email address & current mobile phone number. This way, we can contact you with any updates, changes, or reminders! Questions? Email volunteer@mileofmusic.com for more information!

You're invited! Volunteers will be given one general admission ticket to the First Songs showcase at the Fox Cities PAC on July 29, 2026. You will receive this ticket upon your check-in as a volunteer at our HQ starting Monday, July 27.

MILE 13 VOLUNTEER POLICIES & TIPS:

• Drinking alcohol is not permitted during volunteer shifts.
• We ask that you wear your volunteer shirt only during your scheduled shift(s) and bring a change of clothes for after. Thank you!
• You are welcome to bring a snack and non-alcoholic drinks to your shift!
• Dress comfortably/for the weather during your shift. Comfortable shoes will make all the difference!
• Please arrive for your shift 15 MINUTES EARLY so you can orient yourself to the role you are taking over and meet fellow volunteers/staff.
• Please report directly to the location listed on your volunteer shift unless otherwise noted.
• Remember: You are the face of Mile of Music for many attendees! Smile, be kind, be courteous and most of all, ENJOY!

A few (other) things to note:

• The exact shift times of these jobs may change a bit as the Mile 13 schedule is finalized. You will be notified of any changes to your shift.
• All shifts are subject to change or cancellation.
• If you aren't sure what t-shirt size to order, we encourage you to size up! All shirts are unisex sizing. Thank you to Creative Imprint for donating our volunteer t-shirts.
• Once a shift disappears from the schedule, that means it has been filled! We encourage you to sign up right away if you are looking for specific shifts.
• You can sign our volunteer waiver online when you register! If you’d prefer to fill out a digital or physical copy, please email volunteer@mileofmusic.com. We will also have physical copies available when you check in during Mile Week.
• If you are a volunteer under the age of 18, a copy of our waiver will be sent to your parent/guardian via email. 

To access your profile at a later date, simply click the "Check my Volunteer Schedule" button below and enter your email to receive the information.

If you have changes to your schedule or can no longer make your shift, PLEASE let us know ASAP! Email volunteer@mileofmusic.com. We will do the same if there are changes from our end.

Need to access your shift information? Click the "Check My Volunteer Schedule" button below, enter your email and receive the information to your inbox!

We look forward to seeing you at Mile 13!

Thanks to all our wonderful volunteers who help to make the music happen.

This year's volunteer program is supported by Mile of Music, Inc. & COUNTRY Financial.