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Buskfest

Banbridge Town Centre, The Old Townhall, Banbridge, County Down, BT32 3DA
Banshee the overall winners from Buskfest 2024 pictured against street art in Banbridge.

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Buskfest is a annual outdoor busking competition held in Banbridge Town Centre. 

On Saturday 14 June Banbridge will be buzzing when a multitude of musicians, singers, bands, solo artists and street performers take to the streets to compete for a portion of the total prize pot.

BuskFest is an excellent opportunity for musicians from near and far to showcase their talents and is a great day out for all the family to enjoy. From budding buskers to seasoned singers everyone is welcome to be part of this annual event. There will be lots of free, family entertainment on the day and the event will culminate with an evening concert in the town centre. The event is free and everyone is welcome to attend.

The competition will take place in the town centre from 14:00 - 17:00 when participants will compete in a number of categories including Best Individual, Best Band, Best Junior, Best Performance, Spirit of Buskfest and Overall Winner. Judging takes place throughout the afternoon and this is followed by the prizegiving and music in the town centre which lasts from 5-8.30pm. 

Online registration is open in advance for buskers who would liker to take part from 2 April. Performers can register at www.buskfest.com. More information about the event is available at facebook.com/buskfest

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Admission is free to all attendees. Free to register as a busker - see buskfest.com

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Season (14 June 2025)
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Saturday14:00 - 17:00

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