Truro Buskerfest

Wednesday August 3 – Thursday August 4, 2022

The Truro Buskerfest Festival is coming back to Downtown Truro on August 3 – 4, 2022. Comedy fans, music-lovers, acrobatic enthusiasts, foodie fanatics – all are welcome to explore the captivating curiosities that can be found at the Truro BuskerFest. Two days of non-stop, action-packed fun for all ages, all happening in Civic Square!
BUSKERS
ACTIVITIES
VENDORS

Presenting sponsor:

The Nook and Cranny

627 Prince Street
Truro, Nova Scotia
902.895.0779

VISIT THE NOOK AND CRANNY

Event sponsors:

The Nook and Cranny

KFC/Taco Bell

Inn on Prince Hotel

Toyota

Performance Schedule

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022

1:00 PM

Tba

2:00 PM

RealEyez (Music)

3:00 PM

Magician Bill Peterson

4:00 PM

Lukas Stark

5:00 PM

Steve Goodtime

6:00 PM

Magician Bill Peterson

7:00 PM

Lukas Stark

8:00 PM

Steve Goodtime

9:00 PM

Serpentine Studios

Thursday, August 4th, 2022

1:00 PM

Zumba with Hema

1:30 PM

Cobequid Dance Academy

2:00 PM

RealEyez (Music)

3:00 PM

Magician Bill Peterson

4:00 PM

Lukas Stark

5:00 PM

Steve Goodtime

6:00 PM

Magician Bill Peterson

7:00 PM

Lukas Stark

8:00 PM

Steve Goodtime

9:00 PM

Serpentine Studios

Meet Our Buskers

Steve Goodtime

A hilarious rock n’ roll circus show performed by the witty Steve Goodtime. With routines including mouthstick, fire breathing, and juggling, he tops it all off with the greatest rock show your odd hippy uncle has ever seen! He’s also great at air guitar, high fives, and kick jumps. 

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Lukas Stark

Lukas Stark has been performing magic for so long, that he can’t remember exactly when he got started. His props might include playing cards, antique small objects, strait jackets, and recovered old creepy items. He is the impresario behind a monthly vaudeville variety show in Toronto and performs at resorts, theatres, trucker bars, and on television.

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Magician Bill Peterson

Magician Bill Peterson has been learning, practicing, and performing magic for over 20 years and has traveled all over – from San Diego, California, Orlando, Miami, Texas, New York, and Canada learning some of the most powerful magic effects and exclusive routines in magic! His performance involves a combination of magic, suggestion, psychology, misdirection, humour, and showmanship to specifically give you a unique magical experience, unlike any other performer. Enjoy!

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Realeyez

Erin “Realeyez” Dorrington, is a talented experienced artist with over 15 years of experience in the entertaining business. She has been paving her own way in the industry with her energetic, nostalgic rap, singing, and R&B style. She has been leaving her mark on the local Canadian scenes while striving to spread social consciousness through her music.

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Serpentine Entertainment

With over 20 years in the business of entertainment and event production, Serpentine Studios Entertainment Agency includes world-class dancers, circus artists and performers who have been dazzling audiences all over the world.

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Cobequid Dance Academy

Cobequid Young Company was founded in 2016 to give CDA dancers an opportunity to participate in a variety of performances throughout the year, and to gain pre-professional experience by working with numerous choreographers to create new works and re-mount existing repertoire.

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Buskerfest Activities

Non-Profit

Carnival Games

Local non-profit organizations will be offering you a chance to win great prizes when you participate in Carnival Games!

Halimac Axe Throwing Truck

Axe Throwing

Our friends at Halimac Axe Throwing will be setting up a mobile axe throwing station in Civic Square.

Family Fun Entertainment

Balloon Animals

Get a custom-made balloon animal from the talented artists at Family Fun Entertainment.

Family Fun Entertainment

Face Painting

Pick one of the beautiful face paint designs from the arts at Family Fun Entertainment.

Vineeta Rajani

Henna Tattoos

Vineeta uses natural and organic henna paste to create intricate pieces of art on your skin.

The Truro Buskerfest midway will open in Civic Square in Downtown Truro from 1pm – 9pm on Wednesday, August 3rd and Thursday, August 4. Come on down and try your luck at non-profit Carnival Games, Mobile Axe Throwing from Halimac Axe Throwing, or watch in wonder as artists create 3D chalk drawings and spray paint masterpieces. There are activities for everyone at the Truro Buskerfest.

Halimac Axe Throwing

Started by a pair of cousins, HaliMac Axe Throwing is an expanding chain of urban hip axe throwing lounges.

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Vineeta Rajani – Henna Tattoo Artist

Vineeta is a dedicated henna professional and carries a strong passion for henna! Halifax Henna was started by Vineeta in June 2013.

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Dave Johnston – The Chalk Master

For over 25 years, Chalkmaster Dave has been stunning audiences across Canada and the world with live chalk art, 3D installations, murals and more

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Family Fun Entertainment

 Family Fun Entertainment is a family-owned business and offers face painting, glitter tattoos, airbrush tattoos, inflatables, and ballooning at birthday parties and other events.

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Buskerfest Food Trucks

SANDWICHES | POUTINE

Mama K’s

Mama K’s makes a variety of sandwiches including the Mac Daddy, Parmageddon, and the Steakanator, as well as delicious poutines and appetizers.

HAWAIIAN SHAVED ICE

Hyper Cone Shaved Ice

Offering 75 flavours of Hawaiian-style shaved ice.

DESSERTS

BeaverTails

BeaverTails specializes in fried dough pastries that are individually hand stretched to resemble a beaver’s tail, topped with sweet or savoury ingredients.

ICE CREAM

Here’s The Scoop

A mobile ice cream trailer with both hard ice cream and soft serve options, beverages, and a selection of lunch items.

SWEETS & TREATS

Not Your Grandma’s Kitchen

Bespoke sweets and treats created by a Beatles singing, butter slinging, Pastry Chef.

DEEP FRIED CHEESECAKE

Barnyard Grill

Farm Fresh. From our Farm to your Plate, with plenty of creative dishes you have got to check out.

Vendor booths and food trucks will be open from 1pm – 9pm at Civic Square in Downtown Truro on Wednesday, August 3rd and Thursday, August 4th. Come get a delicious bite to eat while you watch the busker performances and shop a variety of vendors including press-on nails, purses, artisan creations, and more!

Presenting sponsor:

The Nook and Cranny

627 Prince Street
Truro, Nova Scotia
902.895.0779

VISIT THE NOOK AND CRANNY

Event sponsors:

The Nook and Cranny

KFC/Taco Bell

Inn on Prince Hotel

Toyota