Volunteer - Ottawa Jazz Festival

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for the Ottawa Jazz Festival’s 46th anniversary in 2026!

Please be advised that we have closed the Volunteer Pool application at this time.

We are working though our lists and working to determine how many more spots we have available.

Please check back with us at this page in a week or two.

Free Ottawa Jazz Festival 46th Anniversary branded t-shirt and branded lanyard
Free access to shows (subject to availablitiy)
10% discount on tickets and passes for friends and family!
10% discount on festival merch
Half price drinks and free pizza in Volunteer Village
Support the arts! (Did you know that the Ottawa Jazz Festival is a not-for-profit organization?)
Gain experience
Meet new friends
High school volunteer hours
End of festival volunteer thank you party (With complimentary beer, wine, cider, and food/snacks!)