Ambassador Busking Program

Collingwood Ambassador Busking Program

The Town of Collingwood recognizes that street entertainment brings a special kind of energy to public spaces. We encourage responsible busking that helps to animate our streets by coming alive with music, dance, and other entertainment initiatives. 

A valid busking license is required in the Town of Collingwood and those who wish to busk will need to complete a busking license application form if accepted into the program. 

The following information will provide you with all the basic necessary information you will need to enjoy a smooth, entertaining, and enjoyable experience throughout our 2025 busking year.

Thanks for choosing the Town of Collingwood to share your passion and talents with our residents and visitors. We applaud you!

Calling Emerging Performers & Interested Musicians!

The 2025 Ambassador Busker Program will begin accepting applications on March 19th, with a maximum of 20 participants being licensed. A busking license fee is only payable if you are accepted into the busking program.

Interested applicants must be prepared to attend at the Simcoe Street Theatre for an audition with a ten-minute performance prepared, regardless of past inclusion in the Busking program. Auditioning does not guarantee acceptance. All auditions will be acoustic-only performances.

To register for an audition, please send an email to robrien@collingwood.ca to find an acceptable timeslot that fits your schedule. Audition dates are: Sunday, March 30th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., or Wednesday, April 2nd from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Please note that these will be the only Audition dates offered for the 2025 season.

If accepted, a busking license fee is payable at the Town Hall, 97 Hurontario Street, during regular business hours. Fee for Non-Residents is $22.00, Collingwood residents do not pay a fee with proof of residency.

Come out and share your talent with our community.