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Volunteer
Volunteer at the Ireland Summer Games and you will be a part of the largest inclusive sporting event taking place in Ireland in 2026!
Make new connections, be a part of the magic and comradery! You will see first hand the impact of the games, while learning all about our talented athletes from across the island of Ireland.
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Volunteer Roles
Explore the different types of volunteer roles available. There are an array of roles available to fit your skills and interests!
Games Planner
Be part of the high-level planning and strategy team that oversees the entire Games, with a commitment to pre-Games planning sessions and coordination and support to the venues over the four days of the Games.
Venue Management Team
Join our Venue Management Team and play a key role in delivering an exceptional Games experience! Prior to the Games, you will help to develop detailed venue plans and work with the volunteer team assigned to your venue. During the Games, you’ll lead your team across all four days bringing energy, coordination, and excellence to every moment.
Venue Volunteers
Join our venue volunteer team for the Games weekend, 18–21 June 2026, and be a part of the magic! You can volunteer for all four days or choose the days that suit your schedule.
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How to Volunteer
Volunteers can sign up using our Volunteer portal. At your own pace you will be guided through every step of your volunteer journey from signing up to completing volunteer training so you are fully prepared for Ireland Summer Games.
Age
Volunteers must be aged 18 years or older at the time of registration to volunteer at the Games.
Sign up
You can easily register to be a volunteer, using our volunteer portal!
Register to Volunteer!Choose your role
Select your preferred role and complete any vetting and safeguarding requirements
Select your shifts
Tell us the days you’re available to volunteer for the Games.
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We’re thrilled you’re thinking about volunteering for Ireland Summer Games 2026!
Your time and energy make a huge difference, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the team. Signing up is easy our new volunteer portal and we’ve put together some tips to help you get started.
Volunteer at the Games!
Getting ready to register
All Volunteers
Here’s what all our volunteers are asked to have ready when they register: 1. A photo for your accreditation (venue pass and access) – passport-style, clear background, head and shoulders only. 2. Emergency contact details. 3. Take a look at the roles and the venues, and let us know what you are interested in. 4. Please see Volunteer portal user guide below
What you will need to provide during registration
New Volunteers
You will also be asked to provide: 1. References (for new volunteers only) – two people (aged 18+, living in Ireland or Northern Ireland) who’ve known you for at least 12 months. They can’t be family members or your spouse. 2. Safeguarding certificate – depending on the role you select you may be asked to upload a Sport Ireland or Sport NI affiliated Safeguarding certificate. If you don’t have one, don’t worry! You can sign up for a course during the process
Important note for existing volunteers!
Existing Volunteers
To ensure that your existing vetting and Safeguarding are recognised we ask that you register for Ireland Summer Games using the email address you have used on our existing membership system.
// Volunteer Testimonials
Real Voices. Real Impact. Real Change
Don't take our word for it, read our volunteer testimonials to get a sense of what volunteering with us is like!
Testimonial - Ciara Dolan
“You get hugs, you get smiled at, you get sung at… it’s such a nice thing to do” [volunteer Ciara Dolan]
Testimonial - Marie Holly
“It’s great fun, the athletes are fantastic, the other volunteers you meet are of the same mind as you…. There for the athletes to make their day go great” [volunteer Marie Holly]
Testimonial - Paddy Cahill
"Volunteering and trying to be a positive influence for others is infectious… your actions speak louder than words..” [Volunteer Paddy Cahill]
Testimonial - Louise Grant
"It’s [volunteering] great for your experience, it’s great for your confidence..” [ volunteer Louise Grant]
Testimonial - Etta Hayes
"The reward you get back from it is unbelievable” [Volunteer Etta Hayes]
Testimonial - Mary Shiels
“Just try it and I think you’ll get hooked straight away – I did” [Volunteer Mary Shiels]
Testimonial - Eddie Gannon
“They [SO events] are all just great fun.. the fun and happiness you get out of it … it’s worth coming along for that alone” [Volunteer Eddie Gannon]
Testimonial - Mark Gunn
“It’s a really beautiful feeling – the positivity, the energy here…. It’s just an incredible feeling” [Volunteer Mark Gunn]
Testimonial - Ailish Scanlon
“From the minute I arrived to the carpark this morning, everyone has been so friendly…. Everybody helps everybody” [ Ailish Scanlon]
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
You will find our most frequently asked questions here. If you can't find what you are looking for, please contact us by clicking the button below.
All information on the Ireland Summer Games including sign up is available via www.irelandgames.ie
There are multiple roles of various types available – Sport, Operations, Spectator Services, People Services, Safety, Media, IT support. You can browse roles on our volunteer page.
No previous experience is required. Training will be provided for your role.
Volunteers must be over 18 years of age at the time of registration.
Training relevant to your role will be provided.
Vetting (Garda or AccessNI depending on your jurisdiction) along with Safeguarding may be required for your role. You will be guided through the volunteer journey for role.
Ireland Summer Games runs from 18th June 2026 – 21st June 2026. You can volunteer for all four days or choose the days that suit your schedule.
You can choose your Sport or Venue when you signup for Ireland Summer Games. More information on the venues and sport can be found on our Venues and Sport page
T-shirts will be provided. You will be asked to specify your t shirt size when on your volunteer profile.
There is no transport provided to volunteer locations. Parking and public transport details are provided on our Venues and Sports page.
Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
You will be part of a team, and your manager or coordinator will support you during your shift.
When you sign up for your role you will be provided with the information that is required for vetting and Safeguarding
Due to vetting requirements volunteers must be resident in either the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland.
When you sign up for your role you will be provided with the information that is required for vetting and Safeguarding. You should complete any required steps as soon as possible.
You can update or cancel your registration via your profile on the Volunteer platform.