Roving Artists

Cost: Free
Category: Drop in Activity
Suited For: All Ages
Location: Throughout the Festival Site (view map)

Activity Description

When it comes to quirky entertainment, roving artists are some of the funniest, most original oddballs on the planet. Natural kid magnets, these larger-than-life artists spark countless imaginations with everything from mesmerizing hula hoops and jaw-dropping stilt walkers to colourful musicians, storytellers and comedians.

Roving Artists

Amanda Panda

Amanda Panda of the Hula Hoop Circus is a whirlwind of fun, transforming into a clown, fairy or a butterfly to dazzle children of all ages. With colourful costumes and endless energy, she spreads joy and smiles everywhere she roves.

Cirquetastic

Duo Tastic! Énergétique et forte, ce duo dynamique exécutera plusieurs séquences acrobatiques. De plus, il y aura une interaction avec les enfants en leur offrant la possibilité de créer une pyramide humaine. Ainsi, les enfants deviendront des vedettes. Gardez vos yeux ouverts et vous les retrouverez faire des acrobaties sur notre site festivalier.

Strong and dynamic, this dynamic duo will be roving the grounds presenting various acrobatic sequences. Not only do they lift each other up but they interact with the children giving them a chance to participate in a mini pyramid, becoming a star in the process!

Dan the One-Man Band

Dan plays guitar, drums, cymbals, tambourine, harmonica, kazoo, egg shaker and sings at the same time. In 2019, he released a children's album called Foods n' Tudes. He plays at fairs, festivals, corporate events and special events. He's been performing his one-man band since 1990.

Darrell Brertton Jr.

Join us for a vibrant and engaging roving performance that brings First Nations heritage to life! As you stroll along the festival sidewalk, you'll have the unique opportunity to meet a talented Men's Fancy Bustle dancer and flute player. Dressed in stunning powwow regalia adorned with bright, beautiful bustles, our performer will captivate your senses with the rhythmic sounds of the flute and the dynamic movements of fancy dancing.

Project Funway's The Fashionista

Have you ever put a spaghetti strainer on your head and called it fashion? Have you ever made a necklace out of a plastic cob of corn? Project Funway invites you to see the beauty in everything! Help our dynamic diva craft out-of-this-world outfits then strut your stuff in our pop-up polaroid photo shoots. Street style has never been sillier!

Hong De - Dragon Dance

Often seen in festive celebrations and performed by a skilled team whose job is to bring the motionless body to life. Dragons are believed to bring good luck to people, which is reflected in their power, dignity, wisdom and auspiciousness. The length of a Dragon can range from 25 to 35 meters for the more acrobatic models, and up to 50 to 70 meters for the largest, parade and ceremonial styles. It is believed that the longer the dragon, the more luck it will bring.

Imagicario – Waykarü

Waykarü is a playful and extravagant character. Although a bit clumsy with his long legs and large tail, he is excited to discover the world around him. He enjoys interacting with people and is certainly very sociable and playful by nature! Both colorful and endearing, Waykarü attracts attention wherever it travels! Take a photo with Waykarü and tag him at @imagicario on Facebook and Instagram!

Jay Flair

Jay Flair provides bite size moments of whimsy for all ages audience. From sleight of hand to circus tricks, whether you catch her full show or happen upon her on your adventure around the grounds, she’s sure to add a bit of delight to your day.

Kate Ryan

Kate Ryan is a world-renowned Canadian circus artist and entertainer specializing in circus hula hoop, face balancing, physical comedy and grand multi fire hula hoop! Combining physical comedy, skilled circus, discipline and witty humour, Kate takes the audience on a wild ride of laughter and amusement.

The Happiness Fairy

Liz Hobbs sparkles as The Happiness Fairy; she really is magic. Kids are drawn to her friendly smile; her wings are wishes written on Post-it notes and she moves through the crowd sprinkling Happiness Magic Fairy Dust.

Merry Marching Band

Under the guidance of a pompous band leader by turns bossy and birdbrained, this merry band sets out to see the world. With plenty of humour, no small amount of eccentricity and a touch of poetry, the band of music-makers makes its merry way—with a honk and a toot and a rat-a-tat-tat—from Quebec to Brazil to Ukraine and back, with a stopover on Planet Mars!