Volunteer
Volunteer at BurlyCon
Want to be part of the team behind the sparkle? Volunteer with BurlyCon and help support education, community, and connection at our annual convention and beyond. Join our incredible volunteer team and help make BurlyCon unforgettable. Sign up to volunteer at the convention! Coming Soon
Why Volunteer?
Be Part of the Community
Connect with fellow burlesque enthusiasts and educators from around the world.
Gain Experience
Learn event management skills and see behind the scenes of a major convention.
Make Friends
Our volunteer team forms lasting connections, with many volunteers returning year after year.
Support Education
Help keep burlesque education accessible and thriving.
Get the Inside Scoop
Volunteers often get early access to announcements and special perks.
Volunteer Perks
Part-Time Volunteer
8 Hours
Perfect if you want to attend classes and still pitch in!
Full-Time Volunteer
16 Hours
Dive deep into the volunteer experience and attend for free!
Volunteer Opportunities
Every role at BurlyCon is vital to creating the magic that makes our convention special. Whether you’re a morning person or a night owl, social butterfly, or prefer behind-the-scenes work, we have a spot for you!
Merchandise Vendor Support
Help our vendors shine and connect artists with fans. You’ll be the backbone supporting organizations while getting first looks at what they’re offering.
Hospitality Volunteer
Keep volunteers fueled and help create a space where con attendees can connect with new faces. You’ll be part of the heart of the volunteer community.
BurlyBar Support
Keep the late-night bar flowing with music and drinks. You’ll be at the center of after-hours connections and unforgettable moments.
Accessibility Support
Ensure everyone can fully participate in BurlyCon. Your work makes our inclusive values real and tangible for those who need support.
Library Support
Manage our treasure trove of burlesque knowledge. You’ll help preserve and share resources that keep our art form growing.
Class Counter
Monitor class capacity and get to peek into every workshop. You’ll witness learning moments happen in real-time across the convention.
Operational Support
Be the behind-the-scenes backbone that keeps everything running smoothly. Gain real event management experience while making lasting friendships.
Runner
Be our rapid response team and the first to know what’s happening everywhere. You’ll see all sides of the convention and meet everyone.
Load-In/Load-Out
Transform empty spaces into BurlyCon magic, then help pack it all away. Physical work with a tight-knit crew creates unbreakable bonds.
Event & Decor
Create the atmosphere that makes BurlyCon feel magical. Your creative touch shapes the environment where memories are made.
Volunteer Translator
Bridge language barriers and help make BurlyCon truly international. Your skills connect communities and open education to more people.
Floater
Experience a little bit of everything and go wherever you’re needed. Perfect for those who want variety and to meet the entire community.
Press
Document and share the BurlyCon experience with the world. Capture the moments that become our community’s visual history.
Peer Review Volunteer
Support dancers as they bring their BEST work to receive feedback from the community, including legacy dancers with decades of experience. You’re witnessing artistry at its highest level.
Testimonial Tent Support
Capture attendees’ stories and preserve the personal impact of BurlyCon. You’ll hear firsthand how BurlyCon impacted lives.
Every year, our volunteers tell us that volunteering at BurlyCon was one of the highlights of their convention experience. We can’t wait to have you on the team!
Questions? Email [email protected]