These can't miss community events need some extra clean-up support! Volunteers will help emptying trashes, putting away equipment, and other general park clean-up.
The Greater Des Moines Partnership is excited to announce the 2025 World Food & Music Festival returns to Western Gateway Park in Downtown Des Moines (DSM) on August 22 – 24, 2025.
The three-day event, in Downtown Des Moines (DSM), celebrates food, music, heritage and culture from around the world. And the Festival could not be possible without our amazing volunteers.
Right now, our volunteer sign-up page is now open! Exciting volunteer opportunities include helping in the Cooking Demonstrations tent – with local chefs making delicious meals; assisting in our Adventure Tents – offering samples of candy or fruit from around the world, at the top of every hour; or maybe selling t-shirts and hats in our merchandise tent is more your style. There’s something fun for everyone!
Volunteers receive a t-shirt to wear throughout their shift.
Non-profit organizations, share your volunteer opportunities! To ensure your submission will be accepted, read the Silver Cord posting guidelines before submitting your event.