WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE KINGSTON BUSKERS RENDEZVOUS?

Multiple pitches on streets all over downtown.

Daytime performances

We close Princess St. to traffic to make room for some unbelievable circle shows. So...pick a spot on the curb or just stand in the crowd to catch some amazing afternoon entertainment.

Busker Play

Confederation Park Stage. Three days of fun especially for the kids!

The Whig-Standard Way

Ontario Street is closed to traffic to make way for a ton of spectacular shows and performances on the street and thoughout Confederation Park.

Fire Show

A red-hot display of burnin' busker talent, featuring the best of buskers who are highly skilled in the art of fire performance. This show is not to be missed!

Grand Finale

Make your way to Confederation Park for this true sampling of the festival's fun and talent! It's your final opportunity to see some truly astounding performances.

KINGSTON BUSKERS INFO

GENERAL

What's a Busker?

A street performer who entertains and delights others for voluntary donations.

Where'd they come from?

All over the world as close by as your Kingston backyard to as far away as the shores of Australia.

What do they do?

What don't they do? Juggle, dance, sing, magic tricks...the list is way too long to type here!

How much?

It's up to you how much you pay. Buskers earn their living by "passing the hat" so when you enjoy their performance, let them know when the hat is passed"

Where are they?

The full lineup for the 2023 edition of Kingston Buskers Rendezvous is not announced yet. Stay tuned!

When is the full schedule being announced?

The full lineup for the 2023 edition of Kingston Buskers Rendezvous is not announced yet. Stay tuned!