Meet some of the world's leading horticulturists and designers! Earn free tickets to the Flower Show!
We invite you to join in the fun and volunteer for the 20th Anniversary Cincinnati Flower Show at our new location:
Symmes Township Park
11600 North Lebanon Road
Symmes Township, OH 45140
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Pre-show
From January to April, many tasks need to be accomplished to prepare for the Show. Creating signs and props are just a few of the jobs available.
Assist with multiple tasks at our office in Oakley, such as: phone calls, mailings, data entry, ticket processing, etc.
Please call with your availability.
Set-up: Exhibits
Operations
Multiple tasks, such as setting up wall units and platforms, carpentry, painting, and relocating exhibit materials.
(April 6 - April 17)
Grand Marquee
Do you have a passion for horticulture? Assist exhibitors with anything and everything such as grooming plants, potting containers, floral arranging, watering, constructing props or painting garden structures as we install over forty landscapes and single genus gardens. (April 8 - April 17)
Professional Floristry
Assist in the creation of the celebration theme. (April 13 - April 16)
Artist Studio
Help us create a gallery setting for Cincinnati's premier local artists to display horticulture inspired works. (April 13 - April 15)
Dramatic Table Settings
Assist staff as we prepare for the twenty other exhibitors' to arrive. Arrange flowers and props. (April 13 - April 16)
Ambiance
Many large containers and floral displays are staged to add a little extra ambiance during the Show. Help plant and decorate Flower Power pots, topiary and arbors. (April 13 - April 17)
Show Days
Pavilion Host (April 18 - April 26)
Professional Floristry, Dramatic Table Settings, Grand Marquee & Splendid Spaces
Hosts and hostesses needed to greet Flower Show visitors with a smile during the Show.
Opening Night Gala (April 17)
Assist Chairpersons and/or Staff member with multiple tasks such as set up, check-in, take down, etc.
Lecture Series, Teas, Seminars, Fine Food Show and Small Wonders Weekend (April 18 - April 26)
Assist Chairpersons and/or Staff member with these events.
Operations (April 18 - April 26)
Badge will call.
Gate monitor to oversee and trouble shoot all entrances to the Show.
Marketplace (April 18 - April 26)
Assist with change runs and occasional breaks
Watering and Maintenance (April 17 - April 26)
Everything needs to look great from beginning to end. Please help us keep plants thriving during the show.
After Show Plant Sale (April 26, 5-9 p.m.)
Help sell plants from exhibits during the "wild" After Show Plant Sale. Be the first to see what's for sale, and be the first to buy great plants at cheap prices!
After Show
Take-Down (April 26 - May 1)
Help dismantle the Show site.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of 11 Volunteer hours -- two 5.5 shifts
Pre-Show in the office (Now through April)
On site set up or take down (April 6 - April 17 and April 26 - April 30)
Show Days (April 18 - April 26)
Uniform
Always wear your Flower Show name badge.
During set-up or take-down, wear comfortable "grubby" work clothes and bring work gloves.
The required Volunteer uniform during the Show is khaki slacks, white top and navy or black blazer and a flowered scarf or tie if you like.
In lieu of the blazer you may wear a Volunteer Apron.
Orientation/Training session
Saturday, March 28
9:00am - 11:00am
Symmes Township Park
11600 N. Lebanon Road
Symmes Township, Ohio 45140
Dress comfortably and join us for continental breakfast. Please RSVP by putting a check mark next to the information line on your application.
A brief flower show overview and orientation will be given.
Meet with Committee Chairs and Staff for training for your particular assignments.
Volunteers should be knowledgeable of the area and task assignment. This is a fun opportunity to acquire that knowledge from people who have the experience.
BENEFITS
Work with the best in the industry, expand your horticulture knowledge, cultivate relationships and have fun!
Volunteer hospitality area with snacks and beverages
Complimentary Show poster and souvenir Show Program
Complimentary entrance to Show any day (Volunteer ID Badge)
For Committee position or 20+ hours volunteerism:
All of the above, plus special rewards:
Complimentary general admission tickets for spouse/guest
Complimentary lecture ticket or tea ticket (subject to availability)
FORMS
Volunteer Application
High School Student Volunteer Application
Volunteer Assignments
Please send your completed Application and Assignment forms to the Volunteer Coordinator
CONTACT INFORMATION
Volunteer Coordinator
Cincinnati Horticultural Society
3731 Eastern Hills Lane
Cincinnati, OH 45209-2310
Phone: 513-872-9555, ext. 26
Fax: 513-872-5193
E-mail: volunteer@fuse.net
Please feel free to contact us for more information or if you have any questions.
