The Kamloops International Buskers Festival features performers from around the world and the local community. The event includes a balance of amateur, emergent and professional performers all presented on multiple stages & Busk Stops throughout beautiful Riverside Park.
A duo of comic acrobats, Les Vitaminés dazzle audiences of all ages. Modern dance parody using Pilates balls, clownish boxing, tragicomic trapeze number, or dynamic mano a mano are all part of the unusual circus numbers performed by Les Vitaminés to suit all tastes.
Nigel Blackstorm, The Heavy Metal Magician, has performed around the world. He combined his two passions, Heavy Metal and Magic and created a brand-new genre called "Heavy Metal Magic". Be prepared to have your minds blown and your sides split in this comedy, magic, and heavy metal experience.
Be it deftly manipulating balls, clubs, axes, machetes and even stinky shoes, or riding a giraffe unicycle, audiences are immersed in an interactive arena that blurs the line between skill-based comedy performance and games show, one which the entire audience is invited to be a contestant.
Daniel and Kimberly Craig bring the whole nouveau circus experience to the street, performing over 100 tricks and stunts throughout the show, including cyr wheel, hand-to-hand acrobatics, hula hoops, handstands, contortion, fire juggling, and of course comedy!
Step Right Up! Marvel at the miraculous muscle of Mighty Mike. While he bends horseshoes, tears packs of cards, and juggles sledgehammers, you'll be amazed. While he performs his uniquely choreographed dance routines and makes his attempts at stand up while stalling for time to catch his breath, you'll be there as well.
The MAJOR LEAGUE CIRCUS SHOW is the ultimate tribute to the great game of baseball. Join Paz as he knuckle balls his way through a Grand Slam mix of acrobatics, juggling, and one-of-a-kind circus stunts. This trip to the “Ball Park” is 9 innings of family friendly fun that’s sure to be a bat flippin’ good time for all.
High energy. Hilarious. Charismatic. Bboy illwill is known to be a crowd pleaser with his mind-blowing moves combined with raw New York City comedy. Perfect for the whole family, this show will have you dancing in your seats and grooving all the way home!
An innovator in his field. This international festival, street and corporate performer has been astounding audiences around the world for almost a quarter century. Incorporating physical comedy, stand up, pop culture, and a lot of latex, The Balloon Dog has created a truly unique and hilarious experience!
Plays an 8 string tenor ukulele and am a vocalist with a wide range of genres ranging from country, pop, rock and roll, and some oldies.
Connor Heighton is a bardic street performer from Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. He first began performing around six years ago, and over the years has found his niche in folk music and any music that tells stories such as shanties.
I am a 16 year old Singer-songwriter. I love to perform and share my music with others.
Eric is "The Unaccompanied Senior", singing an eclectic repertoire of tunes you've probably never heard before.
Started playing wind instruments at 8 yrs old in 1964 and has never stopped. A retired traveling musician playing for the coast hotel as well as traveling with several bands across Canada. Now he performs as a local street artist here in Kamloops B.C. and is known for being "able to jazz up the blues."
I’m a 61 year old guy and I just like to entertain people by playing a few oldies but goodies. Mostly campfire stuff. I have built up a considerable repertoire and I just want to join in the entertainment fun.
Acoustic guitar & singing. Folk and soft rock.
Juggles a live chainsaw and 2 knives as well even juggles clubs and knives on a 7 foot tall unicycle did this performance 3 years ago before pandemic provides an amazing act for all ages even juggles fire as well
Local musician who loves supporting the arts
Professional entertainer with 55 years experience having played in many bands the most recent: Blind Bay Blues Band, the Saloonatics and Bob Barley and the Alers
I am a 14 year old self-taught guitar player and singer who enjoys playing for other people's amusement. I already busk by Riverside and Mac Arthur park in Kamloops.
The Kamloops Rube Band has travelled the world, becoming recognized everywhere from Hawaii, Japan, New Orleans and beyond as a group of fun-loving musicians who aren’t afraid to mix silly and serious.
Offering a fun and creative art experience, including; face painting, art activities, contest's and prizes!
Threading, Henna Tattoos, and Glitter Tattoos!
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Jewelry, abstract art on canvas, resin crafts, clay crafts
Best homemade burgers and smokies around. Poutine with real cheese curds with other menu options.
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There’s nothing better than an ice cold Lemon Heaven lemonade on a hot summer day! The smell of freshly squeezed lemons, the novelty of watching the process from start to finish, and the delicious final product will keep you coming back for more every time. We put the squeezed lemon in the drink and shake, shake, shake to produce our signature Lemon Heaven taste that tantalizes your senses!
The biggest little donuts in the world! We serve delicious cinnamon sugar mini donuts, soft serve ice cream and more!
Valhalla Smoke House is a BBQ smoke house serving up made from scratch, wholesome comfort food!