Buskers Festival Ōtepoti

Dream South D, in collaboration with Southern Heritage Trust and Fortify Events are reviving the Buskers’ Festival Ōtepoti that last ran in 2019.

Bringing vibrancy, live performance, and fun back to King Edward Street this October. The festival offers a unique platform for local youth and performers to showcase their talents in a welcoming, community space. Be entertained and celebrate local Dunedin talent!

• Time: 11am until 2pm

• Date: 18th October 2025

• Location: King Edward Street, South Dunedin, 9012

This is a free event so bring your gold coins to support the buskers and enjoy the day with friends and whanau.

Prizegiving to follow at the Gasworks Museum, 20 Braemar St South Dunedin, 9012 from 3pm, with more live music and food to celebrate!

Want to Perform? Register here

Images of previous buskers photographed by Paul Allen 2019 and 2018.