By Cindy Peterson
$3,000 Grand Prize Up For Grabs at Eustis Busker Festival
Prepare to be dazzled by the electrifying talents of performers at the annual Busker Festival in Eustis on March 30. But hurry! If you want to participate, the application deadline is Friday, March 8.
From soulful singers to nimble banjo virtuosos, and from daring sword swallowers to mesmerizing fire jugglers, the festival promises an unparalleled spectacle sure to captivate audiences of all ages.
In collaboration with the Lake Eustis Area Chamber of Commerce, attendees are encouraged to explore local businesses throughout Eustis during the entire month. By collecting receipts from local establishments, attendees can participate in the People’s Choice voting. These votes are crucial in determining the recipient of the $1,500 prize.
Sponsorship from partners like Bay and Lake Pharmacy elevates the excitement, offering a remarkable $3,000 cash prize to the Grand Prize Winner.
The festivities will commence with a medley of preliminary performances, culminating in the Grand Finale where divisional winners showcase their talents on the bandshell stage. Attendees are encouraged to show their appreciation by tipping the participating artists, acknowledging their remarkable skills and contribution to the city’s cultural landscape.
Applications for performers are now open and can be accessed at https://www.eustis.org/Residents/Events/2024-Busker-Festival. The deadline for submissions is March 8.
Originally from the small town of Berryville, Arkansas, Cindy has become a multimedia specialist in journalism, photography, videography, and video editing. She has a B.S. in Communications from the University of Central Arkansas and produces Style Magazine's Sports Hub Podcast and the Healthy Living Podcast. She also produces for Beacon College’s Telly Award-winning PBS show, “A World of Difference.” When she isn’t working, Cindy loves traveling the National Parks with her husband , Ryan, and son, David, photographing wildlife.
