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2026 applications now open.
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Applications now open
Applications are now open to join us at the 2026 Fringe Festival from July 30th – August 8th, 2026.
What is a busker?
Fringe buskers are any type of outdoor artist interested in performing outdoors at the Saskatoon Fringe Festival. Buskers traditionally make their income through tips supplied by the crowd.
Types of buskers include but aren’t limited to:
Circle buskers – e.g. fire breathers, acrobats, dance troupes, circus acts, music bands
Pop up buskers – e.g. magicians, individual/acoustic musicians
Roaming buskers – e.g. living statues, mimes, individual clowns
Baby buskers – any of the above artists who are under the age of 18 and just getting started in their busking career!
Not sure if your act would make a good fit as a busker? Have more questions in general? Please email us at info@25thstreettheatre.org
become a fringe busker
Applications are now OPEN for the following outdoor performer roles at the 2026 Saskatoon Fringe:
- Fringe Circle Buskers
- Fringe Pop-up Buskers
- Fringe Roving Buskers
- Fringe Baby Buskers
Please scroll down to view frequently asked questions regarding these spots.
If you have any further questions please email drew.mantyka@25thstreettheatre.org
Application Process
Applications are reviewed on a weekly basis.
- exposing our patrons to a variety of art forms,
- ensuring a quality experience for our patrons, and
- providing a safe and respectful environment for our patrons, other artists, volunteers, and staff.
When/Where is the Fringe?
The 2026 Saskatoon Fringe Festival will run from Thursday July 30th to August 8th, 2026.
Tentative Festival hours:
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM on weekdays during the Festival and from
12:00 PM – 10:00 PM on weekend days (including the holiday Monday).
Location: W.E. Graham Park and 11th Street E.
PLUS : For three days (August 1st to 3rd, 2026), we will be expanding our site onto Broadway Avenue between 10th Street East and 12th Street East for our Broadway Days sponsored by the Broadway Business Improvement District.
Please note: There is no parking provided for the Festival.
BUSKER FAQS
What are the fees? When can I withdraw until?
The fee to participate is $135.00, plus GST.
If you need to withdraw, please be advised that no refunds will be issued.
How much does it cost to be a pop-up busker?
The fee to participate is $55.00, plus GST.
If you need to withdraw, please be advised that no refunds will be issued.
How much does it cost to be a baby busker?
The fee to participate is $25.00, plus GST.
If you need to withdraw, please be advised that no refunds will be issued.
Where will I perform?
There are two circle busking pitches:
Broadway & 11th Street Pitch – This is a ground level, asphalt surface of approximately 30′ x 30′.
W.E. Graham Park Pitch – This is a wooden surface of approximately 24′ x 24′ with a 6″ rise.
Electricity is available at both pitches.
There are three pop-up and baby busking pitches:
Broadway Avenue – Sturdy Stone Stage in front of Ecole Victoria School
11th Street East – amongst the artisan vendors
11th Street East – near the entrance to W.E. Graham Park
The two 11th Street E pitches will be 8′ x 8′, and the dimensions of the Sturdy Stone Stage are approx. 10′ x 10′.
What support can I expect from the Saskatoon Fringe Festival?
Will you provide access to electricity? A speaker? Microphone? Chairs?
How many performances do I get?
Roving buskers will be scheduled based on conversation with the individual artist.
What happens if it rains?
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