Each WaterFire Providence lighting needs the support of 150+ volunteers to bring the art to life. Our incredible team of volunteers accomplish an enormous variety of tasks from morning through evening, showcasing the Providence community’s tenacity. Some opportunities involve being on the water keeping fire’s brightly lit, some involve greeting visitors, and some revolve more around lifting, pulling, pushing and heaving WaterFire’s physical setup into readiness. Our event days are exciting and fast-paced, with an ever-present helping hand from staff and experience volunteers alike.
VOLUNTEER ROLES
Assist WaterFire Staff with morning and afternoon set up for the evening!
Time commitment: 9:00AM – 12:00PM OR 1:00PM – 5:00PM
- Lend a hand to staff in setting up tents, audio, electrical and stations as well as constructing special projects.
- Hop aboard a boat to help build the bonfires in preparation for lighting.
- Help beautify the rivers and Waterplace Park.
Add Your Light to the Night!
Time commitment: 7:00PM – 11:00PM
- Engage with visitors as the hosts of WaterFire
- Help visitors add their light to the night with dedicated luminaria candle lanterns and luminous blue wishing stars throughout the park.
- Be a part of a torch procession or special performance helping with directing guests, fire safety, and crowd control.
- Become a part of the overall performance as a fire tender, feeding the bonfires throughout the evening.
Visit WaterFire.VolunteerHub.com to view all available opportunities and to register.
Questions? Contact Us!
