The Edmonton International Street Performers is one of the top festivals in Edmonton and they are back for 2022! They only come to our City once a year, and this is definitely something you will want to come see with the family.
When:
July 8 to 16: Performances kick off daily at 11:30 am and end at 11 pm
July 17: 11 am to 4:30 pm
*Performances will be adapted to suit the weather and crowds*
Where:
Sir Winston Churchill Square – 99 Street & 102 A Avenue
Things to do:
You can expect magicians, comedians, circus performers, contortionists, dancing, music, balloon artists, escape artists, and more:
Street Performance Circle Shows
Shows are scheduled all day, every day during Festival hours until 10 PM; then head over to the all-ages licensed patio for Troupe du Jour, the daily variety show that’s new every night!
Kids’ World
Games, activities and shows geared towards the youngest of our Festival goers! Kids’ World hours: 11:30 AM – 5:30 PM daily.
Busker Academy
Earn your BSc (Busker Skills and Circus). Daily workshops and community building games & activities. Busker Academy hours are: 11:30 am to 5:30 pm
Patio Stage
The outdoor stage located in the all-ages licensed patio has a fabulous line-up of music, dance and more throughout the Festival. Programming starts every day at 2 pm.
Licensed Patio
All-ages licensed patio! Patio hours are 11:30 AM to 11 PM
The Works Art & Design Installations
Outstanding installations in and around Churchill Square any time during Festival hours.
Scheduled performances by time can be found on the Festival’s Daily Schedule here.
There is no cost to attend the Street Performer’s Festival, but the performers only make money from the donations of the spectators. Donations are also accepted on their website.
Photo credit: edmontonstreetfest.com