Buskers Fest is a celebration of our eclectic creative community. We aim to showcase the vast array of creative endeavors happening between these hills at this event. We want people to experience the arts in the new and exciting way. WE invite YOU to be as creative as you can be in participating with us this year!
We will use this event to spread the message of encouraging support of our artistic community!
In partnership with the Downtown Boone Development Association and the Jones House, the Watauga Arts Council is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Buskers Fest! We are currently seeking local artists, musicians, dancers, bands, jugglers, magicians, and all kinds of performers to participate in a First Friday Art Crawl like no other.
Updates this year:
- All Artists and Preformers will be allowed to participate for FREE.
- All participants who register before September 1, will receive a special sign with info about yourself along with your Venmo QR code for tips.
- We have a small budget to offer some stipends to select musicians, performers, and demonstrators, but we cannot garauntee everyone will get a stipend.
- We are inviting business owners and organizers of juried events and talent seekers to come to the fest. We hope you will make the most of this experience.
- Due to new Town of Boone rules regarding vending, ALL Artists MUST be registered with us in order to participate in Buskers Fest this year. You will not have to have a permit for this event.
If you'd like more information prior to making this commitment to performance, please email events@watauga-arts.org to request further details or ask specific questions.