Get Involved

Join us in bringing street art to New Plymouth

Be Part of Something Special

GET UP FEST thrives because of our incredible community of supporters, volunteers, sponsors, and donors. Whether you have time, resources, or passion to share, there are many ways to contribute to making our festival a success.

Support GET UP FEST

Your donation directly supports our mission to connect communities through street art. Every contribution helps us:

  • Pay artists fairly for their work
  • Provide free workshops and education
  • Keep the festival free for everyone
  • Create more public murals
  • Expand our school programs
  • Attract world-class international artists

Make a Difference Today

GET UP FEST NZ is a registered charity (CC63863). All donations help advance education and promote arts in our community. We rely on the generosity of people like you to keep street art accessible to everyone.

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Volunteer Opportunities

GET UP FEST couldn't happen without our amazing volunteers! Join our team and be part of the festival magic. Volunteer opportunities include:

Festival Information

Staff the information booth, help visitors navigate the festival, distribute maps and schedules, and answer questions about murals and events.

Commitment: 4-hour shifts during festival week

Artist Support

Assist artists with equipment, help with surface preparation, manage supplies, and provide practical support during mural creation.

Commitment: Flexible shifts, 3-8 hours per day

Documentation

Photograph and video murals in progress, capture festival atmosphere, help build our visual archive, and create content for social media.

Commitment: Flexible, bring your own camera

Workshop Assistants

Help set up workshops, distribute materials, assist participants, and support artists running education sessions for schools and the public.

Commitment: 2-4 hour workshop sessions

Social Media Team

Help manage our social media presence during the festival, post updates, engage with visitors online, and help spread the word about events.

Commitment: 2-3 hours daily (can be remote)

Event Coordination

Support event setup, manage logistics, coordinate schedules, and help ensure smooth operations for special events like artist talks and community celebrations.

Commitment: Varies by event

Join Our Volunteer Team

Volunteer registration for Festival 2026 opens in January. All volunteers receive a festival t-shirt, meals during shifts, and the satisfaction of supporting the arts!

Register Interest

Other Ways to Support

Property Owners

Do you have a wall that would make a great canvas? We're always looking for suitable surfaces for murals. Property owners get to approve the design and enjoy a beautiful new artwork on their building.

Offer a Wall

Spread the Word

Help us grow! Follow us on social media, share our posts, tell friends about the festival, and help spread the word about GET UP FEST across New Zealand and beyond.