NEWS RELEASE
CITY OF BARRIE
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The City of Barrie is accepting applications for its 2024 Busking Program, which provides artists of all ages an opportunity to showcase their talent and entertain visitors to the downtown and waterfront.
The program works together with the Emerging Artist Program to animate downtown Barrie.
Permit holders may busk at these designated busking zones, when not being used for events:
- Dunlop Street between Maple and Mulcaster (buskers must get permission from business owners if performing in front of a business)
- Meridian Place
- The walking path at Heritage Park
- The walking path between Heritage Park and the marina in north Centennial Park
Busker permits are required for all performances happening on city property where the performer is accepting tips from the public. Applying for and obtaining a busker permit is free. Insurance is required.
Applications will be accepted until the end of 2024.
To learn more about the program and apply, visit barrie.ca/busking.
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