Riverbend Live Seeks New Volunteer Leadership to Continue Beyond 2026

Riverbend Live, a long-running community concert program in Winston, is asking for new volunteer leadership as current organizers prepare to step down. Without additional volunteers stepping into key roles, organizers say the program may conclude after the 2026 season.

The organization, which has operated for 30 years and is run entirely by volunteers, provides free summer concerts and a free six-week drama camp for Winston children. Organizers say the program has reached a transition point and needs new team members willing to take on leadership and administrative responsibilities.

Current leadership said the program’s future is not in question because of declining interest or impact, but because sustaining the organization requires additional people to manage ongoing operations.

Volunteer roles include project coordination with the City of Winston and UCC Theater Department, booking and negotiating performers, grant writing and fundraising, bookkeeping and financial reporting, and concert day setup and breakdown. Organizers noted that many roles require only a few hours per month and are clearly defined.

Riverbend Live officials said the program can continue with new leadership in place, but without volunteers stepping forward, the 30-year tradition will likely end following the 2026 season.

Community members interested in learning more or volunteering can contact Riverbend Live by email at info@riverbendlive.org. The organization is based in Winston and operates locally through volunteer support.