Expressions of Interest for local Buskers & Performers!
AlburyCity invites local performers, musicians, and entertainers to take part in
Busk on the Border — a celebration of live performance and local talent, activating Albury’s CBD with sound, creativity, and community.
Event Information
Date: Saturday 28 June 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Dean Street & QEII Square, Albury
Audience: All Ages
What's involved for successful applicants?
A 30-minute performance slot on the main stage in QEII Square, equipped with a simple mic and PA system and
A designated busking location with a rotating roster along Dean Street between 10am to 3pm.
Up to a $200 Albury CBD gift card* for each performer selected to participate.
Opportunity to collect audience donations ("hat/guitar case" style) in addition to the gift card.
A lively festival setting with food trucks and a market in QEII Square to attract large crowds.
*$100 Albury CBD gift card for each stage performance and $100 Albury CBD gift card busking opportunity
Technical & Equipment Requirements
A basic mic and PA system will be provided on the QEII Square main stage only.
All other busking locations will require performers to be fully self-sufficient.
Performers are responsible for supplying their own instruments, equipment, power (if needed), and any supplementary items.
Other Key Info
AlburyCity will not issue any permits for street performance on this date outside of this curated event.
Participants must be available from 10am to 3pm.
AlburyCity reserves the right to curate and allocate performers at its discretion, including programming of main stage slots and busking locations.
Performers of all kinds are encouraged to apply – music, street theatre, dance, circus, comedy, and more.
Applications close Friday, 30 May 2025.