Volunteer With Us

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Volunteer With Us 〰️

Help Make the Show Happen – And Be Part of the Tradition

Volunteer With Us

Help Make the Show Happen – And Be Part of the Tradition

The Grand River Antique Society is always looking for passionate, community-minded volunteers to help bring our annual events — especially our Antique Farm Show and Tractor Pull — to life. Whether you're interested in antique equipment, want to get involved in your community, or need volunteer hours for school, we have a role for you.

Teens, adults, families, and groups are all welcome. No experience needed — just a willingness to pitch in and have fun!

Why Volunteer?

  • Get hands-on with the behind-the-scenes action of one of Ontario’s most unique rural events

  • Earn high school volunteer hours (for teens)

  • Meet people, enjoy the outdoors, and be part of a fun, welcoming team

  • Support local heritage and community history

  • Help create an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages

  • Snacks and refreshments provided during setup days

Whether you’re a creative spirit, tractor enthusiast, or just someone who loves to help — we need you.

Volunteer Roles

There’s something for everyone! Some of the roles we need filled include:

During the Show:

  • Parking guides

  • Flag persons for tractor pulls

  • Kids’ Zone helpers

  • Corn table volunteers

  • General assistance and floaters

We also welcome artistic volunteers to help with signs, displays, decorations, and hands-on children's activities.

Setup Crew (Days Leading Up to the Event):

  • Paint lines and prepare display spaces

  • Erect shade tents and set up pylons

  • Move picnic tables, straw bales, and supplies

  • Put up fencing around the track

  • Retrieve club sled and supply wagon from storage

  • Weed whack and tidy the grounds

  • Hang directional signs and sponsor banners

  • Set up Kids’ Zone activity areas

After Show Clean-Up:

  • Take down shade tents

  • Empty garbage and recycling bins

  • General clean-up and teardown of event space

Work

Bees

In the weeks before the show, we’ll be hosting scheduled Work Bee Days — casual volunteer gatherings to help prepare the showgrounds.

Work Bees include:

  • Grounds preparation

  • Site cleanup and landscaping

  • Equipment setup

  • Shared refreshments and snacks

These days are announced in advance via:

  • This website

  • Our Facebook group page

  • Club email list

Bring your gloves, your friends, and your enthusiasm — it’s a great way to get involved even if you can’t volunteer during the show itself.

Sign Up to Volunteer

Ready to jump in? Whether you can give a few hours or a few days, we’d love to hear from you. Fill out the form below or download a version here.

Questions?

Please reach out to us directly or watch for updates posted on:

  • This site

  • Our Facebook group

  • Your email inbox (if you're subscribed to our volunteer list)

Thank You

Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Thank you for helping us preserve history, build community, and make the Grand River Antique Farm Show a lasting tradition.