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- When is Ottawa International Buskerfest?
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- How much does Ottawa International Buskerfest cost to attend?
- What is a busker?
- How do the performers make money?
- How long are the performances?
- Do the performers go all day?
- Is this event wheelchair accessible?
- Is there First Aid on site?
- Where do we get food?
- How do I get tickets to the Buskers and Burlesque show?
- What else will I see?
- Can I bring my dog?
The event runs from August 4 – August 7, 2023 (inclusive.)
Buskers will take over 5 blocks on Sparks Street. Scroll down the page to view a Google Map!
Admission is free! Woohoo!
Buskers are street performers. They are talented, highly-skilled entertainers who put on mesmerizing shows in public places for gratuities.
Each performer collects their own remunerations by passing a hat after their performance, which goes directly to that performer or act. Some travel costs are covered by sponsors, but the majority of their income comes from their audience. Don’t pass on the hat when it comes around at the end of the show! How much you pay the performers, is always up to you.
Around 40 – 50 minutes. Some travel costs are covered by sponsors, but the majority of their income comes from their audience. Don’t pass on the hat when it comes around at the end of the show! How much you pay the performers, is always up to you.
Shows are ongoing until 11 pm.
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Sparks Street has plenty of options for food with bars, restaurants, and fast food options. If you don’t want to miss the action, you can choose from 12 outdoor patios!
You can get your tickets online shortly!
We’ve got face painting, balloon artists, music and more!
Of course! If your pup is good with large crowds and unexpected noises, bring the cutie along. We love dogs.d more!