The City of Venice has launched a digital volunteer registration portal for its Centennial Celebration. The portal will remain open from July 11 through the end of the 18-month celebration in May 2027. Volunteer opportunities will begin as soon as November 2025.
The Centennial Celebration Plan, approved by Venice City Council on May 28, 2024, includes a full calendar of events commemorating the City’s history. The portal allows residents and visitors to sign up for specific Centennial events of their choice hosted by the City or partners, or to express general interest in volunteering through all facets of the Venice community. Registrants will receive updates and emails about upcoming volunteer opportunities throughout the celebration.
Volunteers will support key events, including:
- Venice Holiday Parade Centennial kickoff on Nov. 29, 2025, themed “All Aboard the Centennial”
- Together Through Time, Venice at 100 Chamber and City Dinner on Jan. 21, 2026
- Centennial Parade and Picnic in the Park on July 4, 2026
- 100-Year Anniversary Finale Cake Presentation in May 2027
Other opportunities include support for community partnerships, including local events organized in collaboration with nonprofits and civic groups; student contests such as banner design, essay writing, and art competitions that showcase the vision of Venice’s next generation; historical projects like oral history collections and interviews with longtime residents; and museum exhibitions hosted by the Venice Museum highlighting the City’s milestones, transformation, and cultural heritage.
Volunteers may assist with event setup, logistics, guest services, and promotional outreach across these programs.
This effort was previewed during the recent Centennial Community Meeting on June 5 at City Hall, where City leaders and staff, including Assistant City Manager James Clinch, Historical Resources Manager Harry Klinkhamer, and Special Events Coordinator Brianne Lorenz, outlined plans for the 18-month celebration. The meeting highlighted the City’s commitment to honoring its past while building community through citywide engagement.
From supporting keystone events to helping execute neighborhood-level activities, volunteers were identified as essential partners in bringing the Centennial vision to life, thus critical for a stronger and more connected local environment.
Sign up through the digital portal here: https://forms.office.com/r/GSYc5X8Jci
For more information about the Centennial Celebration or to apply for a partnership, visit: https://www.venicegov.com/things-to-do/events/centennial-celebration
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