Spooktacular Volunteers
We are thrilled to announce that we will be accepting volunteers from the general public for this year’s Spooktacular! This is a seasonal role for the month of October. Spooktacular is scheduled for October 14, 15 through 17, and 22 through 31.
What do Spooktacular volunteers do?
Spooktacular volunteers will take on roles such as Guest Guides, Candy Attendants, Hair/Make-up Crew and select Costume Characters.
Guest Guides assist guest in finding their way throughout the park during the event. These volunteers should be somewhat familiar with the layout of the zoo and very comfortable interacting with guests.
Candy Attendants will treat our guests by passing out candy at stations throughout the zoo.
Costume Characters (costumes provided) will dress up as pre-determined characters and bring their best acting skills to provide a spooky atmosphere for guests in themed areas throughout the park.
Hair/Make-up Crew volunteers will arrive before the event to dress and style our costume characters. These volunteers should have experience in make-up design, cosmetology, or sewing. (Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own supplies as provided supplies will be very limited).
Requirements:
- Participants must volunteer for a minimum of 3 nights of the event
- All participants will be required to attend an orientation prior to the event
- Costume Characters must attend additional training immediately following orientation
- Participants must be 18 or older to be placed in a scare zone
Once you have applied, you will be contacted with next step instructions.
Application Deadline is September 27
Group Volunteers
Do you have a group or organization interested in volunteering for Spooktacular? Groups are scheduled to volunteer as Candy Attendants and/or Guest Guides! Email volunteer@jacksonvillezoo.org for more details and to schedule your group.