Kristin Langille up high in the air during an aerial silk performance in Truro’s Civic Square July 10 as part of Truro Buskerfest. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle contentTRURO – Back for a fifth year, Truro Buskerfest drew in an enthusiastic crowd in downtown Truro on its first day.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentOn July 10, buskers from Serpentine Studios and standalone act Steve Goodtime performed a variety of entertaining shows. Aerial arts, stilt walking, fire shows, and more were part of the all-ages fun happening in Civic Square.Article contentArticle content“If anyone were to come to Buskerfest, you’re able to see everyone having a great time,” said Logan McNeil, marketing and events co-ordinator for Downtown Truro Partnership, which organizes the annual summer event.Article contentThe event continued for a second day on July 11. In addition to buskers, both days saw local food trucks and business vendors set up shop around Civic Square. Tunes were provided by Nova Scotia’s own DJ Fishguy.Article content“We want to get as many people out into the downtown core as possible,” said McNeil, “and what a better way to do that than bringing world-renowned talent, great food, great music … together?”Article content Laura Selenzi and Monique Ryan, buskers from Serpentine Studios, walk on stilts in Civic Square during Truro Buskerfest 2025 on July 10. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle content Steve Goodtime performs a stunt involving a flaming cake plate on a balloon, both of which are being balanced by a knife he’s holding using his mouth, July 10 during Truro Buskerfest. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle content Laura Selenzi, Monique Ryan and Slinky Clare perform a wing dance routine during the evening floor show July 10 at the Truro Buskerfest.Article content Kristin Langille, of Serpentine Studios, hangs upside down during an aerial hoop performance July 10 during the Truro Buskerfest. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle content Nastassia Burynskaya performs a hula hoop routine for the crowd during the floor show July 10 at the Truro Buskerfest. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle contentArticle content
IN PHOTOS: Twists, turns and tricks at Truro Buskerfest 2025
