Contests at BuskerFest 2025
BuskerFest isn’t just about jaw-dropping performances, delicious food, and foam parties; it’s also about YOU! This year, we’ve got some amazing contests lined up where you can win incredible prizes. Check out how you can join the fun:
BuskerFest Photo Contest
Think you’ve got the perfect shot of the festival? Submit your best BuskerFest photos for a chance to WIN tickets to Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo’s ‘New York’s all-male, all-hilarious ballet company’ returning to Toronto’s Winter Garden Theatre on October 18 & 19 for their 50th anniversary tour, presented by Show One Productions. Submit your best shots to: lucia@epilepsytoronto.org
Bark In The Park TO Photo Contest
Calling all pet lovers! If you’re snapping photos at Bark In The Park TO, share your cutest, funniest, or most pawsome shots for a chance to win a gift card for Puppy Sphere (covers two tickets, including tax)!
Submit your shots to: lucia@epilepsytoronto.org
Contest Rules:
By submitting, you agree to the full contest rules below.
Entries will only be accepted through the official contest channel.
Photos will be judged by Toronto International BuskerFest & Epilepsy Toronto. All decisions are final.
Inappropriate entries or those not following the rules will be disqualified.
By entering, you agree your photos may be used by BuskerFest, Bark In The Park TO & Epilepsy Toronto online, in print, or for promotional purposes.
Deadline: Thursday, Sep 4, 2025. No late submissions accepted.
Winners will be contacted via email. If no response after 3 business days, a new winner will be selected. The prize must be collected by the winner and is non-transferable.
People’s Choice Award: Vote for Your Favourite Busker
Who stole the show for you this year? Vote for your favourite busker at the Information Tent during the festival. This legendary honour is awarded at our final show and is one of the biggest highlights for performers! It also guarantees that the winning performer an invitation back to the festival the following year.
By voting, you’ll also be entered into a raffle to WIN two tickets to WTF (What the Festival) shows or cabaret performances.
Attendee Survey Raffle
We want to hear from YOU! Share your thoughts about the festival by filling out a quick 5-minute survey at the Information tent.
Not only will you help us make BuskerFest even better, but you’ll also be entered into a raffle to WIN comedy tickets to The Second City. Laughs on us!
With so many ways to join in, BuskerFest contests make the festival experience even more unforgettable. So grab your camera, cast your vote, and share your voice; you never know what you might win!