July 10 - 13, 2025
Free Admission
Welcome to
Kingston Buskers Rendezvous
The 35th Kingston Buskers Rendezvous is back from Thursday, July 10 to Sunday, July 13!
Marvel at the festival street performances in and around Springer Market Square Thursday until Saturday from 1pm- 11pm, and Sunday from 11am-6pm.
Enjoy busker performances for the little ones at "Busker Play" in Confederation Park Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11am - 1pm, and street corner performances daily from 11am- 5pm.
Keep scrolling to learn more about all the new additions to the Buskers lineup this year, including Buskers After Dark and the Busker Bootcamp!
Friday, July 11
In Springer Market Square
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of street performance as Buskers After Dark unveils the creative energy that thrives at night. Hosted by last year's People's Choice Winners Seb & Fritzzz, experience the intersection of urban culture and artistic expression through an eclectic lineup of performers, including Montreal-based DJ Truwayz.
Embracing the raw, authentic vibe of street art, Buskers After Dark offers an immersive journey into the beating heart of urban creativity. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of the passion, skill, and resilience of these extraordinary artists who keep the city's spirit alive after dark.
More details coming soon!
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Schedule
8:00 pm
DJ Truwayz
Meet The Artists
Truwayz
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DJ
From: Montreal, Canada
When the realms of world music and electronic converge, Truwayz takes the stage with finesse. Hailing from Montreal, this seasoned producer and DJ boasts a rich performance history on both grand stages and iconic clubs in his hometown. Beyond his local scene, he's graced renowned venues along Mexico's Riviera Maya. Fusing his Latin roots with electronic vibes, Truwayz's trademark helmet embodies his unique universe, adding depth to his explosive live sets, featuring his own innovative mixes of Baile Funk, Moombahton, and UK Bass Music.
Meet the 2025 Lineup
The Fire Ninja
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Fire Show
From: Australia
Chris Blaze first became "The Fire Ninja" in 2012, born and raised in Sydney/Australia but now resides in Estonia/Europe with his family.
Before becoming a performer Chris grew up in a very tough way by riding bulls/cowboy and Concreting/constructions which has now given him a very unique stage presents, talent for fire manipulation and incredible intolerance to extremely hot flames.
Duo Marble
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Acrobat
From: Japan
Marble is a Japanese street performance duo blending acrobatics, humor and precision into an unforgettably friendly and contagious act. With a unique style honed across 6 countries, countless international festivals and many meals of Sushi, they bring energy that captivates every crowd.
Farmer's Daughter Show
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Acrobat
From: Canada
A solo female comedy acrobatic show with agricultural roots.
Join Molly as she brings her hoops, loops and her country boots from the farm to the stage. Farmtastic gymnastics, rowdy rope tricking, and a one-of-a-kind milk bottle walk finale combine for an udderly amazing show (filled with corny humour). The Farmer's Daughter Show harvests bales of belly laughter and truck loads of fun. This show makes for one rural ruckus that you'll want to watch until the cows come home.
Moving Zen
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Fire Dancer
From: Taiwan
Moving Zen is a street performance blending fire manipulation, circus cube artistry, and crystal ball techniques. Inspired by Zen philosophy, Moving Zen is both visually stunning and deeply meditative—inviting audiences to pause, reflect, and lose themselves in the beauty of the moment. Expect fire breathing, fluid object manipulation, and hypnotic movement in a truly one-of-a-kind show.
The Hockey Circus Show
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Hockey stunts
From: Canada
PAZ The Sports Guy is known around the world as the “go to guy” for sports themed entertainment. For over a decade, PAZ has been rocking crowds with his unique mix of outrageous circus stunts, hilarious sports comedy, and family friendly interactive fun. Whether you’re a football fan, baseball fan, hockey fan or no fan at all, PAZ has a little something for you. GAME ON!!!
Richard Filby
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Comedy Juggler
From: London
Returning to Kingston with a show that’s bigger, bolder, and more spectacular than ever! Since 2022, this high-energy act has evolved with sharper stunts, tighter juggling routines, and an even more thrilling fire finale. Packed with crowd interaction and nonstop excitement, it’s a performance you won’t forget—back and better than ever for the amazing people of Kingston.
Seb & Fritzzz
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Whip Juggling
From: Germany
Sebastian “Seb” Whipits is a German whip performer with a relaxed presence and a charming personality who has paired up with a man of few words, but many amazing sounds, DJ Fritzz.
The show features whip cracking, whip juggling and an unbelievable duel fire whip finale all backed by DJ Fritzzz's vocal thaumaturgy.
“Verpassen Sie es nicht!”
The Twins' Trip
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Modern Clowns
From: Argentina
The Twin’s Trip blend classic circus with popular street performance styles and WOW audiences all over the world with their feats of extraordinary skill and synchronicity—as only twins could. Since launching their first show in 2018, The Twins’ Trip has toured to four continents and more than 30 countries, performing at leading festivals, cruise ships, in theaters, hotels, shopping malls, schools, for NGOs and on street corners for audiences of all ages and cultural backgrounds.
Wu Haw-Jong
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Diabolo Artist
From:
Taiwan
A visually stunning diabolo show that blends traditional Far Eastern artistry with modern performance. Fluidity Verse features high-level diabolo techniques, calligraphy-inspired movement, kendama skills, and glowing LED props that light up the night.
This evolving act moves from graceful, meditative flow to high-energy tricks and interactive moments, captivating audiences of all ages. A seamless fusion of heritage and innovation, Fluidity Verse transforms the stage into a shared journey of rhythm, light, and movement.
Piper Mckenzie
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Juggler
From: Canada
From cable TV to the streets, Piper McKenzie has done it all. Originally from British Columbia, Piper’s journey began in film and documentary production before trading the camera for a circus ladder, knives, and a skateboard. Now touring the world as a street performer, Piper brings Blades, Boxes, and Boards—a high-energy stunt comedy show packed with daring feats, sharp humor, and non-stop thrills. Whether on stage or a sidewalk, Piper keeps audiences laughing and on the edge of their seats.
Performance Schedule
Experience the vibrant energy of the 35th Kingston Buskers Rendezvous! Join us for a weekend filled with incredible performances from international, award-winning buskers.
- Busker Performances
- Busker Play
- Busker Bootcamp
- Juggle Junction
- Grand Finale
Busker Performances
Thursday: 1pm- 11pm
Friday: 1pm- 11pm
Saturday: 1pm- 10pm
Sunday: 11am - 6pm
The streets around Springer Market Square and Ontario Street will be closed to traffic to make room for performances from international, award-winning buskers. At the Kingston Buskers Rendezvous, you never have to wait for the next jaw-dropping performance. Pick a spot on the curb or stand in the crowd to catch some amazing non-stop entertainment.
Busker Play
Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11am - 1pm
Head to Confederation Park Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11:00am - 1:00pm for 3 days of fun ... especially for the kids! Grab a seat on the bleachers or toss a blanket in the grass and settle in for the hilarity of busker performances. Snacks highly recommended!
Busker Bootcamp
Unleash your child's creativity and talent at our Busker Bootcamp in Confederation Park! Designed for kids of all ages, this unique camp offers hands-on lessons in juggling, beatboxing, and more.
Juggle Junction
New to this year’s Kingston Buskers Rendezvous is Juggle Junction
A vibrant, kid-focused zone packed with fun and creativity! Families can enjoy inflatable bouncy houses and obstacle courses, a massive colouring wall, live music, balloon twisting, and more. Budding performers won’t want to miss the Busker Bootcamp, where they can learn street performance tricks from seasoned pros. It's the perfect spot for young festival-goers to play, learn, and shine!
Grand Finale
Sunday, July 13 at 6pm
Head to the Confederation Park stage on Sunday, July 13th at 6pm for your last chance to take in all the action. The finale is a true sampling of the festival's fun and talent, with proceeds from the hat benefiting the United Way's Success by Six program.
Shop the Artisan Market
Come explore a diverse array of goods from talented local vendors, including handmade jewelry, unique artworks, delicious treats, and much more. Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind gift or simply want to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, the Artisan Market has something for everyone.
Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13
in Confederation Park.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
The Kingston Buskers Rendezvous would not be possible without the generous support of our amazing sponsors. Their contributions have helped us bring together a spectacular festival engaging activities, and unforgettable experiences for everyone to enjoy.
Buskers Feeders
Buskers Friends
Relive it
Produced by
Downtown Kingston BIA, representing +700 Downtown property and business owners.