Volunteer at the Show
Welcome to the Volunteer Hub for the Melbourne Royal Show. Applications are now open! Volunteer and be part of the Show from Thursday 24th September to Sunday 4th October 2026.
Applications Are Now Open
Some people remember the rides. Some remember the showbags. Others remember the animals, the fireworks, the smell of hot jam donuts, or holding someone’s hand through the crowd.
For many Victorians, the Melbourne Royal Show is a tradition passed down through generations. Each year, thousands of families come to create moments that stay with them long after the gates close.
Behind these experiences is a dedicated community of volunteers who help bring the Show to life.
Our volunteers assist with all aspects of the Show from greeting visitors to supporting popular activations. They bring excitement, passion and joy to one of Victoria’s most loved events.
Join the Melbourne Royal Show Volunteer team and be part of it.
“Being a volunteer team leader at the Melbourne Royal Show was an amazing experience. Watching the joy on every patron’s face as I helped to deliver such a wonderful event was a great feeling, and being able to support and empower volunteers to do the same was very rewarding. Can’t wait for next year!”
Deon Wentworth, Melbourne Royal Show Volunteer
“Volunteering at the Melbourne Royal Show was an absolute blast! Speaking with the families attending the Show, hearing what the Show means to them and working closely with other volunteers was great. On top of meeting so many great people throughout my shifts, volunteering at an event of such a massive size gave me a greater appreciation of how important it is to cover everything, for every situation, which I truly believe that the Melbourne Royal event staff do.”
Jade Rankin, Melbourne Royal Show Volunteer
Volunteer Roles
Volunteer Team Leaders will provide guidance, coordination and day-to-day oversight of volunteers, ensuring they are supported, informed and able to deliver a high standard of customer service while having a memorable experience.
Animal Nursery & Activity Assistants will support a range of activities across the Showgrounds, including supervising participation areas, managing queues for popular attractions while helping create a safe, fun, and memorable environment.
Create Space Assistants will help in our hands-on workshop area featuring a variety of creative activities, particularly popular with children and families.
Customer Service Support will provide frontline assistance across the Showgrounds, including greeting guests, supporting wayfinding, assisting with crowd movement and contributing to the prevention of lost children.
Animal Activation Assistants will support the presentation and maintenance of animal display while providing a safe, informative and engaging experience for visitors.
Volunteer FAQs
Applications close Thursday 3rd September, 2026.
You will provide guidance, coordination and day-to-day oversight of volunteers, ensuring they are supported, informed and able to deliver a high standard of customer service while having a memorable experience.
Successful applicants will then welcomed to our Volunteer Family, be invited to complete some online training to support you in your role, and you will indicate your availability across the event period, and begin confirming your Volunteer Service Calendar for 1 or more 4 hour shifts of the Melbourne Show period.
Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to join the team.
Melbourne Royal Show volunteer shifts range in length from 4 to 7 hours depending on the role.
- The opportunity to meet and work with interesting, fun and diverse group of people.
- The chance to get behind the scenes of Victoria’s largest community event.
- 2 Show tickets for every volunteer shift you complete for every 4 or more hours shift,
- Commemorative volunteer hat and water bottle,
- Access to the Melbourne Royal Show Volunteer Lounge.
- An invitation to a Volunteer Appreciation Event, commemorative certificate and volunteer service letter.
If you need additional support, adjustments or flexibility to take part in a volunteer role, we encourage you to reach out. This may include support with role selection, training, accessibility requirements or other individual needs.
Please contact our Volunteer team at volunteers@melbourneroyal.com.au so we can work with you to understand your needs and explore suitable options together.