Event Busker & Street Performer Application

Application Forms

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Purpose To apply for approval to busk or perform at Town of Midland events or on municipal property.
Keywords Busking,Streetperformer,buskingApplication

Those interested in busking or performing at a Town event, or on municipal property outside of an event or festival, must submit an application for approval in accordance with the Business Licensing By-Law. Performers can include, but are not limited to, musicians, artists, dancers, magicians, living statues, clowns, and puppeteers. 

 

How to Apply

  • Applications must be submitted no later than March 1 at 4:00pm for the calendar year; late applications will not be considered.
  • Applicants will be notified via email no later than 30 days after the application deadline.
  • Once approved, you must provide a certificate of insurance listing the Town of Midland as an additional insured in the amount of $2 million, and pay the applicable busker fee.

Note: Applications are reviewed based on performance quality, suitability for the event and/or space, and overall variety of performers. The Town of Midland reserves the right to deny any application.

Buskers may accept voluntary donations but may not request, suggest, or post a specific amount. Performers seeking payment must apply as an event vendor and pay the applicable vendor fee.