5K Foam Fest - Make-A-Wish Canada Gear Check Volunteer

We’re excited to announce that the 5K Foam Fest is back for 2026 with 3 events across BC - Vancouver Island (Cowichan Bay), Vancouver (Surrey) and Okanagan (Vernon)! These festivals are full of foamy fun, obstacle courses, music, food vendors etc. and Make-A-Wish is the chosen charity partner! We would love to have your help to make the days an amazing success by supporting the event Gear Check booth.

VANCOUVER ISLAND (Lake Cowichan)

Date: Saturday May 30th, 2026

Location: Laketown Ranch Music & Recreation Park (8811 Youbou Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0)

SIGN-UP HERE: Volunteer details — The 5K Foam Fest - Vancouver Island, BC — Race Roster

VANCOUVER (Surrey)

Date: Saturday June 6th, 2026

Location: Cloverdale Agriplex (17763 62 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 1W8)

SIGN-UP HERE: Volunteer details — The 5K Foam Fest - Vancouver, BC

OKANAGAN (Vernon)

Date: Saturday June 13th, 2026

Location: Kin Beach (7248 Tronson Road, Vernon, BC V1B 2H8)

SIGN-UP HERE: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/107074/the-5k-foam-fest-okanagan-bc/volunteer

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Gear Check Roles
• Morning: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Afternoon: 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Full Day: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Duties include welcoming participants, managing bag check (including collecting a minimum $5 donation per bag to MAW), tagging and organizing items, and ensuring smooth pick-up.

Please note: roles may shift based on event needs – we appreciate your flexibility!

VOLUNTEER PERKS
• Free run entry (same day if volunteering half day or future event depending on shift)
• Full-day volunteers receive 2 free entries to future event
• Snacks provided during your shift

Your support makes a real difference in helping create a memorable experience while supporting Make-A-Wish. We truly couldn’t do this without you! 😊