World-Class Performers
Acrobatics

Witness gravity-defying displays of balance, agility, and control.
Comedy

Laugh out loud as comedy collides with jaw-dropping circus stunts.
Fire

Feel the heat. Blazing fire. Daring acts. Pure adrenaline.
Installations

Immerse yourself in creative corners where art, fun, and interaction collide.
Special Events
🎪 Get a Sneak Peek!
Catch a highlight from this year’s lineup featuring NorthFIRE Circus, Dr. Draw, and the Strange Parade. This preview gives you just a taste of the excitement we have in store for you!
Special Events
🎪 Get a Sneak Peek!
Catch a highlight from this year’s lineup featuring NorthFIRE Circus, Dr. Draw, and the Strange Parade.
This preview gives you just a taste of the excitement we have in store.

Festival and Events Ontario
Top 100 Festival

Reader's Choice
Diamond Winner

Reader's Choice
Gold Winner

Reader's Choice
Platinum Winner

$250 Gift Card Giveaway
We're giving away (6) $250 gift certificates during the Carnival on Thursday, August 21st to be used at any of the participating businesses in Uptown Waterloo.
$250 Gift Card Giveaway
We're giving away (6) $250 gift certificates during the Carnival on Thursday, August 21st to be used at any of the participating businesses in Uptown Waterloo.

Sponsors
Our sponsors’ incredible generosity enables us to bring you the Sun Life Waterloo Busker Carnival. Thank you for supporting street performing as an entertainment form and for making Waterloo a hub for amazing entertainment!



















Government Funders
Thank you to our Government Funders who provide valuable assistance.


