El Tigre Fest is Tigard’s annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, honoring Latino culture, Filipino History Month, music, food, and community. This free, family-friendly festival brings together the heart of Tigard for a full day of connection, celebration, and cultural pride.
Event Details:
Event website: El Tigre Fest & Hispanic Heritage Month | City of Tigard
Saturday October 4, 2025, 11am-7pm
Cook Family Park: see map for Volunteer Check-In
Day of Event Contact: Alex Richardson, Management Analyst, City of Tigard
(971) 288-6653 / alex.richardson@tigard-or.gov
Parking: At Cook Family Park, or on-street parking is available between Cook Family Park and Tigard High School
Check in: Please arrive 5–10 minutes before your scheduled shift. Check in at the City of Tigard booth; look for the “Volunteer Check-In” sign. During check-in, you’ll receive specific instructions for your shift.
Command Center: The City of Tigard booth will be the Festival’s Command Center
CERT: The CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) team will be on site across from the City of Tigard booth. They will provide First Aid, assist with lost children, and manage Lost & Found.
Volunteer Duty Descriptions:
Event set up/ Montaje del evento : Set up tents, tables, and chairs. - Direct Vendors to their Booth Number at Festival - Place signage around the event area. - Ensure power sources and cords are properly laid out and secured. - Cable ramp covers must be on all extension cables where attendees are walking - Check that all areas are clean and free from hazards.
Event breakdown/ Desmontaje del evento : Take down tents, tables, and chairs. - Assist Vendors with Load-out. - Collect and store all signage. - Ensure that all rented or borrowed equipment is returned. - Leave the venue as it was found or in better condition.
Guest Hospitality & Information / Hospitalidad e información para los invitados: Greet festival guests with a friendly demeanor at both the Main and Back Entrance. - Provide directions, event schedules, or other information as needed. - Assist guests with any inquiries or issues. - Stay informed about event details to answer questions accurately.
Bike Valet / Valet para bicicletas: Assist Go by Bike PDX with check in - Assist attendees with parking and retrieving their bicycles. - Monitor the bike area to ensure security.
Bands and Music / Bandas y musica: Assist bands with loading in and setting up equipment. - Coordinate with John Lares for band arrival. - Band parking and load in area needs to be monitored - When bands arrive, a small quad ATV will be available to load in musical equipment - Ensure that the band has necessary amenities, like water or snacks. - Assist with the breakdown of equipment post-performance.
Kids Zone / Zona de niños: Ensure the area is safe and free from hazards. - Assist with setup of games or activities. - Engage with children and ensure they are having a fun and safe time. - Monitor the area to prevent any issues or conflicts.
