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CALLING ALL JAGUARS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS!
You are invited to volunteer for our annual Festival de Cascarones, the grand finale of Fiesta 2026 at Texas A&M University-San Antonio!
As one of the largest and most anticipated events on campus, Festival de Cascarones is a proud university tradition that brings together students, employees, alumni, families, and the greater community for a day of celebration and connection.
Why volunteer?
• Complimentary access to a designated volunteer parking area on a first-come, first-served basis
• A commemorative Festival de Cascarones T-shirt while supplies last
• A complimentary meal during your volunteer shift while supplies last
Volunteering is a wonderful way to meet colleagues from across campus, connect with community members, and support this vibrant tradition. Plus, it is guaranteed to be a lot of fun!
Community members, including friends and family, are welcome to sign up. This is also a great opportunity to visit and experience our beautiful campus.
Volunteers must be 16 years or older to participate.
All volunteers are required to attend one of the following mandatory orientation sessions:
April 3, 2026 | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM | Hall 102
April 8, 2026 | 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM | Auditorium
April 15, 2026 | 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM | Hall 102
April 20, 2026 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM | Virtual
Please note that all participants who are not current members of the A&M-SA community, including alumni, family members, and other community members, must complete and pass a background check.
We sincerely appreciate your time and commitment to helping make this event a continued success.
Please note that these volunteer roles are separate from organizational or departmental booth opportunities. Only official university volunteer roles include the complimentary T-shirt, volunteer parking access, and meal, all while supplies last.
We look forward to having you join us as a volunteer for this year’s Festival de Cascarones!
Free meal during volunteer shift as supplies last
A few people you will meet... View All
Shifts (22)
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday Set-Up (Signage):Morning Shift | 10:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | One University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Placing signage and other duties, may involve heavy lifting. Point Person: Hoyt Garner | 12/12 | Over |
| Saturday Setup: Vendor Support | 10:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Organize & sort signage Point Person: Amanda Mora | 2/2 | Over |
| Saturday Set-Up (Signage): Afternoon Shift | 1:00pm (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Placing signage and other duties, may involve heavy lifting. Point Person- Hoyt Garner | 3/4 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vendor Support | 8:00am (CT) | 11:00am (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Assist vendors and student orgs with booth location, access to water and proper waste reciprocals. Make sure vehicles are moving from unloading area in a timely manner. Point Person: Valeria Reyna | 3/3 | Over |
| Volunteer/Logistics Support/Floater, Morning shift | 8:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | 1 University Way San Antonio, TX 78210 | Helping in various locations of the festival to ensure event runs smoothly. Point of Contact: Lori Day | 4/4 | Over |
| Alumni Brunch Check-In Volunteer | 10:30am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | Support the Festival de Cascarones Alumni Brunch by welcoming and checking in guests! Volunteers will play a key role in creating a warm and organized arrival experience for alumni attendees. Responsibilities include:
| 6/6 | Over | |
| FDC Entrance Greeters: Morning Shift | 11:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | 1 University Way San Antonio, TX 78210 | Greets and provides information at either the auditorium or fountain entrance. Track attendance by clicking in guests. (two persons welcomed per Welcome Booth per shift). Point Person: Clarissa Tejeda | 3/4 | Over |
| Volunteer/Logistics Support/Floater: Early afternoon Shift | 11:30am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Helping in various locations of the festival to ensure event runs smoothly. Point Person: Lori Day | 3/4 | Over |
| Kids Zone: Early Afternoon Shift | 12:00pm (CT) | 3:00pm (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Area duties include monitoring the games and equipment that will be set up to ensure items are being used properly. Volunteers will also proactively address any non-compliant behavior that could lead to injury. Point Person: Emily Gonzales | 5/5 | Over |
| Main Stage Entertainment Support | 12:30pm (CT) | 3:30pm (CT) | 1 University Way San Antonio, TX 78210 | Assist with the coordination of interpreters, stage entertainment, and backstage logistics. Be the point of contact for questions, and overall hospitality of our guest performers and interpreters, and ensure only authorized personal are permitted in the back. Point Person: Gretchen Doenges | 2/2 | Over |
| Wine Garden Entry Attendant | 12:30pm (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | Volunteers will help manage guest entry by processing card payments and placing wristbands on attendees. This is a simple, guest-facing role that helps ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for visitors. Requirements:
| 2/2 | Over | |
| FDC Entrance Greeters: Mid Afternoon Shift | 2:00pm (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Greets and provides information at either the auditorium or fountain entrance. Track attendance by clicking in guests. (two persons welcomed per Welcome Booth per shift). Point Person: Clarissa Tejeda | 4/4 | Over |
| Volunteer/Logistics Support/Floater: Mid-Afternoon Shift | 2:30pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | 1 University Way San Antonio, TX 78210 | Helping in various locations of the festival to ensure event runs smoothly. Point Person: Clarissa Tejeda | 2/4 | Over |
| Kids Zone: Late Afternoon Shift | 3:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Area duties include monitoring the games and equipment that will be set up to ensure items are being used properly. Volunteers will also proactively address any non-compliant behavior that could lead to injury. | 3/4 | Over |
| Main Stage Entertainment Support | 3:30pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Assist with the coordination of interpreters, stage entertainment, and backstage logistics. Be the point of contact for questions, and overall hospitality of our guest performers and interpreters, and ensure only authorized personal are permitted in the back. Point Person: Gretchen Doenges | 2/2 | Over |
| Wine Garden Entry Attendant | 4:00pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | Volunteers will help manage guest entry by processing card payments and placing wristbands on attendees. This is a simple, guest-facing role that helps ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for visitors. Requirements:
| 2/2 | Over | |
| FDC Greeters: Later Afternoon Shift | 5:00pm (CT) | 8:00pm (CT) | 1 University Way San Antonio, TX 78210 | Greets and provides information at either the auditorium or fountain entrance. Track attendance by clicking in guests. Responsible for closing up and returning clickers to Clarissa. (two persons welcomed per Welcome Booth per shift). Point Person: Clarissa Tejeda | 3/4 | Over |
| Volunteer/Logistics Support/Floater: Evening Shift | 5:30pm (CT) | 8:30pm (CT) | 1 University Way San Antonio, TX 78210 | Helping in various locations of the festival to ensure event runs smoothly. Point Person: Lori Day | 3/4 | Over |
| Kids Zone: Early Evening Shift | 6:00pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Area duties include monitoring the games and equipment that will be set up to ensure items are being used properly. Volunteers will also proactively address any non-compliant behavior that could lead to injury. | 4/4 | Over |
| Main Stage Entertainment Support | 6:30pm (CT) | 8:30pm (CT) | 1 University Way San Antonio, TX 78210 | Assist with the coordination of interpreters, stage entertainment, and backstage logistics. Be the point of contact for questions, and overall hospitality of our guest performers and interpreters, and ensure only authorized personal are permitted in the back. . Point Person: Gretchen Doenges | 2/2 | Over |
| Event Teardown | 7:00pm (CT) | 10:00pm (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Duties will include cleaning up the campus after the event. Heavy lifting is involved. | 19/20 | Over |
| Vendor Support Closing Shift | 7:00pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 | Volunteers for vendor check out process - checklist will be provided. Make sure vehicles are moving from the loading area in a timely manner. | 7/7 | Over |