National Fine Arts Festival - Columbus, Ohio 

Convention: August 5-9th

Travel Dates: August 3-11th

We will be serving our Assemblies of God youth this summer at the National Fine Arts Festival in Columbus, Ohio. Together we will road trip from Denton, TX to the convention center in Columbus where we will serve as the event’s volunteers. This is a project that we have partnered with for the past 15 years. Not only has it been a special experience for those who participate on the adventure, but it also creates a great opportunity for youth in our movement to be exposed to the mission of Chi Alpha on their future campus. We hope you will consider joining us on this fun excursion.

Frequently Asked Questions (nationals)

  • Where will we be staying?

    We will stay in a hotel adjacent the convention center with easy accessibility to the convention center each day.

On the way to and from Columbus, we will make plans to lodge at a hotel to provide rest and safety for our travelers. Historically, we have stayed at hotels like La Quinta which provide breakfast for our volunteers.

  • What is included with my registration fee?

    The registration fee of $290 for all volunteers includes:

    • travel expenses (gas) for the entirety of the trip.

    • 6 nights at a hotel in Columbus plus two nights at a hotel on travel days

    • All meals during the festival (lunches provided on site, other meals covered with daily per diem)

    • Chi Alpha merchandise

  • What kind of work do volunteers do?

    Volunteers help with pre-event assembly the day before the event, and as room directors during the event. This includes hosting the presentation rooms, managing in-flow and out-flow of the audience members, running evaluator sheets, quality control for scoring, set-up and break-down, as well as a variety of other “as needed” responsibilities.

    Volunteers can expect to work 9-10 hour days (8 AM - 6 PM) with an hour lunch break. Generally, evenings are free for volunteers to make plans of their own.

  • How are we getting to Columbus?

    We will caravan to Columbus together. Along with our team leader, some students may be asked to volunteer to bring their own vehicle to help with transportation.

  • What do I need to do to register?

    • 1) You must register and make a payment. You register this by following the link below.

    • 2)You must complete the volunteer application. It will be posted here when it is available.