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Churning Man is built by the people who show up, contribute, and care.

Three women wearing straw hats and old-fashioned clothing are working together as Churning Man volunteers to carry a long wooden plank. They are giving their time and energy to help put on a magical two day camping festival in North Carolina

Churning Man is a community-powered festival, and much of what makes the weekend special comes from the people who help build it.

Whether you’re interested in volunteering your time or contributing creative work, there are several ways to get involved and help shape the experience.

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Volunteering

Volunteers play an essential role in making Churning Man possible. From arrival support to safety, art assistance, and general operations, volunteers help hold the container that allows the weekend to unfold smoothly.

        In exchange for a 6-hour shift,        

  volunteers receive a free festival ticket.  

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What to Know

Volunteers are part of the Churning Man team and help ensure all attendees feel welcome, supported, and safe. We ask volunteers to represent the festival with kindness, care, and integrity.

Please note:

  • Volunteers are expected to arrive on time and be clear-headed (aka sober) for their scheduled shift

  • Volunteer roles are limited and role-specific

    • Not everyone who applies will be guaranteed a position; it is dependent on availability

  • Volunteers receive a free festival ticket in exchange for one 6-hour shift

  • Camping passes are still required for volunteers staying overnight

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Please read the full list of volunteer expectations prior to submitting an application.

Thank you for your interest in

   joining our buttery team!   

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Volunteer Application

Artists 

Creatives

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Two men are working on a large landscape painting of a setting sun, mountains, and clouds. One man is standing on a ladder. They are both artists who have brought their creative visions to be showcased at a community powered art and music festival

If you’re interested in creating a piece for Churning Man, please complete our Artist Survey and share what you’re dreaming up. Selected artist proposals will receive a free Churning Man ticket in exchange for their creative contribution.

There are also opportunities to support established art builds as a volunteer. If you’re interested in helping bring others’ projects to life, please fill out a Volunteer Application.

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Churning Man is a community-powered, butter-themed celebration of creativity, and we invite artists to help bring this to life. Whether you’re a seasoned creator or someone who simply loves to make art, there are many ways to contribute to the shared landscape of the festival weekend.

Artists are encouraged to submit ideas for works of all kinds, including interactive installations, standalone art pieces, and collaborative projects. There are also opportunities to submit a proposal to facilitate hands-on workshops or creative experiences that invite participation and play.

If you’re excited to create, collaborate, and help shape this buttery world together, we’d love to hear from you!

Artist Survey