Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Prairie Gardens!
Want meaningful and fun work – but don’t want a job? Here's a fun and social way to put your love of Halloween, skills and energy to task!
Volunteer Opportunities
How it Works:
- Check out the volunteers roles below and decide what would be the best fit for you
- Submit the volunteer registration form below
- We'll contact you to confirm your dates and times to volunteer
- Start volunteering!
Halloween Scene Setters
If you’re a retired teacher, experienced carpenter, interior décor artist, or you love-love-love Halloween, join our team of Halloween Scene Setters. You’ll work alongside talented and artistic staff to bring our Fall-o-ween Scarecrow and Haunted Pumpkin Festival scenes to life around the farm.
From building scarecrows, to setting up skeletons, pumpkin scenes, or to fun fall haunting scenes that will have you dying with laughter, with frightful imagination to bale painting art; you’ll help transform our farm into a joyous and wondrous family friendly getaway this fall. Shifts are flexible, safety training is provided, with tips and tricks to creating amazing Halloween displays, and this role is perfect for skilled, motivated individuals ready to make a child’s first Halloween a magnificent memory.
Age Requirement
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.Hours & Availability
Available for full-day shifts or part day shifts between 9am - 6pmDates
Weekdays in SeptemberWork Environment
Able to work in a diverse environment. Friendly, professional and customer-service oriented. Comfortable working in all weather conditionsPhysicality
Physically fit - able to walk many steps a day, or able to lift pumpkins , strawbales, decor, etc. and perform physical tasks (standing, lifting, bending, squatting).Personality
Friendly, respectful, and team-oriented attitude. Willingness to learn and follow instructionsDress Code
Work dress code: Khaki or denim pants/shorts to the knee (no athletic wear)Haunting Team - Volunteer Halloween Characters
Love dressing up in costume or acting as a character? Join our Fall Fest team on weekends in September and October!
Fall characters - like a Pumpkin Princess, a Stuffed Scarecrow, or a Friendly Ghost - rove the farm on fall weekends, greeting and interacting with visitors. If you have a character in mind - let us know! We love to hear new or unique character ideas.
Or, if you're feeling spooky, help haunt our Haunted House and help scare any brave souls who dare enter. No gore, family friendly scares only! If you have questions about the tone of terror, we're more than happy to chat about the atmosphere of the Haunted House and Ghost Town of Boo'n Accord in more detail.
Age Requirement
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.Hours & Availability
Available for full-day shifts or part day shifts between 9am - 6pmDates
Weekends mid-September - OctoberWork Environment
Able to work in a diverse environment. Friendly, professional and customer-service oriented. Comfortable working in all weather conditionsPhysicality
Physically fit - able to walk many steps a day or remain standing for periods of timePersonality
Friendly, respectful, and team-oriented attitude. Willingness to learn and follow instructionsDress Code
Bring your own costumes or check with us for costume availability! We have a selection of costumes for use. No gore!! Costumes must be family friendly.Vulnerabale Sector Check
Willingness to complete a volunteer vulnerable sector checkHarvest Team - Individual or Families
Looking for a meaningful way to spend time outdoors with your family? Join us at the farm for a fun and rewarding volunteer experience—picking pumpkins and potatoes to help feed local families in need!
We’re inviting families, kids, and community members to help harvest fresh produce. The best part? All surplus fruits and veggies go directly to local food banks to support those facing food insecurity.
Activities Include:
- Picking pumpkins and digging for potatoes
- Sorting and preparing veggies for donation
- Learning about farming, food sharing, and giving back
- Enjoying a day in nature with your loved ones
Family Perks:
- A chance to meet farm animals and explore the fields
- Volunteer hours for students
- A fun, educational experience for kids of all ages
Whether you're 5 or 85, there's a role for everyone. Come dig in, make memories, and help us grow a stronger, more caring community—one potato at a time.
Age Requirement
Individual volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Families are more than welcome to bring children to volunteer! Make sure there is at least 1 adult for every 3 children 12 & under, or at least 1 adult for every 10 children ages 13-17Hours & Availability
Available for full-day shifts or part day shifts between 11am - 8pmDates
Weekends mid-September - OctoberWork Environment
Able to work in a diverse environment. Friendly, professional and customer-service oriented. Comfortable working in all weather conditionsPhysicality
Physically fit - able to walk on field terrain or able to lift pumpkins , potatoes, etc. and perform physical tasks (standing, lifting, bending, squatting). Children are not expected to lift heavy pumpkins or sacks of produce!!Dress Code
Comfortable clothing. Layers are great as it can be cool in the mornings or evenings. Sensible closed-toe walking shoes. Gloves are recommended (pumpkin vines are prickly!)