Volunteer for Pride on Main Festival & Parade

Saturday, June 27, 2026
Downtown Waynesville

Our 3rd Annual Pride on Main Parade and Festival is a joyful, visible celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community in Haywood County. Volunteers help create a safe, organized, and welcoming experience for thousands of attendees.

Festival volunteer roles may include:

  • Parade staging & route support

  • Vendor check-in & hospitality

  • Set-up & breakdown

  • Info booth assistance

  • Accessibility support

  • Crowd guidance & safety support

Whether you can give a few hours or the full day, your presence helps make this celebration possible.

To volunteer for the festival, complete the application below.

Volunteer for Pride on Main Resource Center (at Root & Rise)

Volunteers are also essential to our year-round work at the Pride on Main Resource Center, located within Root & Rise Coworking. This adjoining space provides practical resources and connection for our neighbors in need.

Volunteer opportunities may include:

  • Community Pantry Support - Organize donations, restock shelves, and help distribute canned goods, shelf-stable items, and prepared meals.

  • Shower Facility Support - Help maintain a clean, dignified, and welcoming space so everyone can access basic hygiene with comfort.

  • Computer Lab Support - Assist guests with accessing computers, printing documents, or navigating online applications.

Resource Center volunteers help create a safe, respectful, and affirming environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

To volunteer at the Resource Center, complete the application below.

If you have any questions or need further information, please reach out to us at haycoprideonmain@gmail.com.