Join us for an evening of holiday cheer at Twinkle Light Night on December 5th from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM! We’re looking for dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers to help bring the season's magic to life. Volunteers will play a vital role in creating a memorable experience for families attending this festive event.
Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities
- Santa’s Helpers: Assist families and children with taking photos with Santa, managing the line, and spreading holiday cheer.
- Cookie Decorating Station Attendants: Help kids decorate cookies by distributing supplies, assisting with decorating, and keeping the area tidy.
- Craft Station Assistants: Guide children through holiday crafts, keeping supplies organized, and assisting as needed to create memorable keepsakes.
- Dance Party Enthusiasts: Energize the Jingle Bell dance party by helping coordinate the music, leading dances, and encouraging participation.
- Greeters and Ticket Scanners: Welcome guests at the entrance, check tickets, and direct families to event activities.
- The Grinch’s Crew: Assist with our special Grinch visitor, keeping things playful and festive and helping manage crowd flow.
- Cleanup Crew: Help tidy up craft and activity stations during and after the event to ensure a smooth experience for all guests.
Volunteer Requirements
- Age: Volunteers must be 16 or older. Family volunteers with younger helpers may be considered if supervised.
- Time Commitment: Volunteers should arrive by 5:00 PM for orientation and stay until 8:30 PM to assist with cleanup.
- Attire: Volunteers are encouraged to wear holiday-themed clothing/PJs or festive attire (Santa hats, elf costumes, etc.) to add to the spirit of the evening.
Parking
- Volunteers are encouraged to park in the Vermilion Parking Tower located 121 E Vermilion St, Lafayette, LA 70501, or in any available street parking.
- We ask that volunteers DO NOT park in our guest parking lot, so that we can save those spots for families attending the event.
- CMA phone lines don't turn on until 10 am. Please call 337-232-8500 and then Dial 2301 to reach the front desk, if you need help!
Check-In Instructions
Check-in in the lobby for assignments, name badges, and a quick briefing.
Reminders
- Keep areas tidy; dispose of trash in designated spots.
- This is a rain or shine event, as all activities will be indoors.
- Report spills or safety concerns immediately to staff.
