4 days / 4 stages
20+ performers / 175,000 people
An unforgettable experience.
July 29 – August 1, 2022 • Sparks Street
WHO’S ON?
Acts not to be missed
World-class performers from across the globe bring years of training in blood, sweat, and smiles (no tears here) to amaze audiences of all ages in Ottawa’s beautiful Sparks Street.
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Byron Bertram
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The Checkboard Guy
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Dan the One Man Band
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Monsters of Schlock present Orbax and Pepper Do Science
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NorthFIRE Circus
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Paz Hockey Circus
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Rockabilly Joe
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Sharon Mahoney
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Spring Action
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Tex Rexman
NO NEED TO RUN AWAY… JUST JOIN THE
Join our talented team of professional busker & circus instructors onsite every day of the festival from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm and try your hand at plate spinning, juggling, diabolo and more!
WORKSHOPS ARE FREE!
MEANWHILE, IN THE CROWD…
Strolling Performers
Catch amazing, unscheduled performances all over Sparks Street. Clowns, jugglers, face-painters, stilt-walkers… you never know who (or what) you’ll see.
Vendors & Restaurants
Not-to-be-missed vendor experiences! Sample some delicious pizza, learn about tire recycling, eat a Twisted Tornado Potato, or try some of Ottawa’s finest restaurants and pubs in a festive atmosphere!
SOMETHING FOR EVERY AGE
Special Events
World-class performers from across the globe bring years of training in blood, sweat, and smiles (no tears here) to amaze audiences of all ages in Ottawa’s beautiful Sparks Street.
Saturday JUL 30 @ 9 PM • MARRIOTT HOTEL BALLROOM
Rag Bag Cabaret
Join comedian Rachelle Elie with a host of performers for a crazy, adults-only burlesque cabaret and variety show! Don’t miss it!
Give your family an event to remember! Join us for a hilarious and intimate show with the festival’s world-class circus and variety artists designed to amaze kids and parents alike. Family-friendly!
Join some of the world’s best fire performers as they literally light up Sparks Street. This year’s Fire show will feature North Fire Circus and the Sisters of Spin with their spectacular fire and light shows along with a cadre of other Incredible artists from around the world.
MONDAY AUG 1 @ 5:00 PM • HOT 89.9 STAGE
The Grand Finale
All all-out variety extravaganza! Catch 12 festival favourite acts — and more — putting on one last big show at Buskerfest. The Grand Finale show is always full of collaborations and crazy surprises, not to mention the People’s Choice Award presentation, so don’t miss it!
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