The Downtown Milton Business Improvement Area is looking for volunteers to help run the annual SummerFest on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in Milton, Ontario. This local street festival transforms the downtown core into a large gathering space for food trucks, live music, and local vendors. The recruitment drive is open now through early June for those interested in supporting the community event.
Residents can sign up for various roles, including working at the information booth, providing crowd support, and helping with the set-up and tear-down of the festival. These positions allow community members and local groups to get involved and gain experience in event management. High school students can also participate to earn their mandatory Ontario community service hours required for graduation.
To ensure the event runs smoothly, organizers are seeking extra help after the 2025 festival drew twice as many visitors as previous years. Interested individuals can register through the SummerFest volunteer page to secure a spot before the festival begins. The organization hosts this event each year with support from the Town of Milton.
Main Street will be closed to traffic between Millside Drive/Fulton Street and Brown Street for the duration of the festival to allow pedestrians to walk the area safely. By choosing to volunteer with the community, residents play a vital role in managing the large crowds and making sure the summer kick-off event is a success.
