Buskers to take over streets of downtown Kingston

The 35th annual festival is at Springer Market Square July 10 to 13.

Dozens of entertainers will be showing off their stuff at Kingston Buskers Rendezvous.

It is back for 2025 with a dynamic mix of returning favourites, award-winners, and international stars making their Canadian debut at Springer Market Square.

In a news release from Downtown Kingston BIA, the 35th edition has the most exciting line up the festival has ever had.

Taking centre stage are 2024 People’s Choice Award winners Seb & Fritzzz.

They are known for their humour, wit, whips, and unforgettable chemistry. 

Seb & Fritzzz will be joined by a spectacular lineup of performers hailing from Taiwan, Japan, Buenos Aires, London, and beyond, including: 

The Fire Ninja – jaw-dropping fire artistry and martial arts fusion 
Moving Zen – fire manipulation, circus cube artistry, and crystal ball techniques 
The Twins’ Trip – whimsical twin-powered hilarity 
Piper McKenzie – a high-energy stunt comedy show 
Wu Haw-Jong – world-class diabolo and visual illusions from Taiwan 
Richard Filby – a master of balance, bikes, and Aussie charm 
The Farmer’s Daughter Show – country comedy with a sideshow twist 
The Hockey Circus Show – slapshot stunts, sticks, and silliness 
Duo Marble – elegant acrobatics from Japan 

This year's festival will have an expanded Buskers After Dark on the Friday (July 11) from 9 pm to 11 pm featuring a live set by DJ Truwayz and a mind-melting fire show.

New this year is Juggle Junction, an exciting kids’ play zone at Confederation Park with inflatable bouncy houses, live music, giant colouring tables, and the interactive Busker Bootcamp, where kids can learn circus skills from real street performers.

The 2025 edition of Kingston Buskers Festival runs from July 10 to 13. 

More on the festival can be found by going to the Downtown Kingston BIA website. (https://downtownkingston.ca/blogs/upcoming-events/kingston-buskers-rendezvous)

Story by Ken Hashizume