Get Involved

Volunteer at the Games & Year-Round

The Bitterroot Celtic Society is a 100% volunteer-run non-profit. Volunteers help plan, organize, and run the Games and other events throughout the year.

Typical volunteer roles include:

• Set-up and tear-down crews
• Parking lot and gate attendants
• Ticket sellers and ticket takers
• Merchandise and souvenir helpers
• Dance tent and pipe & drum support
• Sunday activities assistants and clean-up teams
  
  

Volunteers who work a shift during the Games receive a ticket for the day they volunteer and hospitality tent access.

The Society meets year-round on the 3rd Thursday at 6:00 pm:

BJ's Restaurant (back room)
900 1st Street (Hwy 93)
Hamilton, MT 59840

Curious visitors and new volunteers are always welcome!

Become a Vendor

Food and merchandise vendors help create the festival atmosphere and serve thousands of attendees over the weekend. Applications [link to form] for the upcoming Games open in advance and are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to maintaining a good mix of offerings. In high-demand years, vendor slots may fill completely.

• Spaces are limited, especially for larger (20x20 and above) booths
• A balanced variety of products is required (for example, not all jewelry or all coffee)
• All vendors must carry their own insurance; hold-harmless forms are not accepted
• Power options are available (standard 15–20 amp, 30 amp, and 50 amp service) by arrangement
  
  

Sponsorship & Advertising Opportunities

Local and regional sponsors make it possible to keep ticket prices accessible, offer free kids’ admission, and provide services like the free shuttle from Hamilton High School.

Sponsorship and advertising opportunities typically include:

• Named sponsorships for stages, competitions, or special features
• Program or digital advertising
• Recognition on-site and online
  
  

Current sponsor levels and advertising packages are available: [link to forms]

Donate to Support Celtic Culture in the Bitterroot

The Bitterroot Celtic Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit (EIN 46-5321460). Donations directly support the Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering and year-round Celtic events such as Burns Night, St. Andrew’s celebrations, and educational programs.

Supporters can:

• Make one-time or recurring donations online
• Participate in Society fundraisers, including merchandise sales and auctions
• Include the Society in workplace giving or community-giving campaigns
  
  

Every contribution helps keep Celtic heritage visible and vibrant in western Montana.