Buskers

We love supporting local! Join our Alberta Approved, Mahogany SE Farmers Market every Wednesday 3-7pm from June 3 to September 23, 2026 (excluding July 1) and share with everyone what you have to offer. Market takes place outdoors, rain or shine, in the publicly accessible Mahogany Central Green. We hope to see you here!

Our Alberta Approved, Mahogany SE Farmers Market is a family-friendly space run by the Mahogany Homeowners Association (Mahogany HOA), and their team of dedicated staff led by the Market Manager/Coordinators. The Mahogany Farmers Market cannot guarantee a permanent spot for any busker. Location is subject to change at any time deemed necessary by the Market Team. The Farmers Market is unable to guarantee exclusivity to any busker or skill set.

The Mahogany Farmers Market will be held from June 3 to September 23 (excluding July 1) every Wednesday from 3–7pm. The Market will operate rain or shine in the Mahogany Central Green.

Terms & Conditions

1. Priority for buskers who hold a valid City of Calgary Busker ID, but not limited to.
2. Submitting an application does not guarantee a space in the Market. If your application is accepted, you must strictly adhere to the City of Calgary Busker Guidelines. Please refer to the links listed in the attachment for further information.
3. Buskers MUST meet and follow all applicable laws and compliance is mandatory.
4. The Mahogany HOA nor the Mahogany SE Farmers Market does not charge for the busker space nor do we pay for busker performances. You are entirely dependent on tips.
5. Rescheduling of market dates is done at the discression of the Market Manager and must be pre-approved.
6. Buskers must be over 18 years of age to busk independently.
7. Buskers who are 16 or 17 years old need written parental consent to busk unsupervised.
8. Buskers under the age of 16 must have an adult accompany them while performing.

Busker Spaces

• Assigned space provided will be aprox. 12'x12'. Protection from the elements and chairs is the responsibility of the individual busker. Buskers are not able to set up tents as part of the Alberta Farmers Market Rules and Regulations.Large umbrellas are allowed. All equipment must be in good, safe working condition.
• Small, portable, battery-powered amplifiers can be used responsibly and with respect to the location, flow of foot traffic, and cannot violate the City of Calgary noise bylaws. (https://www.calgary.ca/bylaws/noise.html). If complaints are received, please reduce the volume.
• Buskers are responsible for their own signage, displays, décor, payment methods, change, etc.
• Sandwich boards may only be positioned within 10' of your assigned space and not impede any pathways.
• Each busker is required to remove all garbage, boxes and packaging they brought in. The space must be as clean as it was when you arrived. Dumping your garbage in or around the guest garbage receptacles will not be allowed.
• Load in may begin as early as 1pm (two hours prior) and buskers must be ready to start at 3:00 pm. Load out time starts at the end of the event at 7:00 pm. Buskers who decide to pack up early will not be asked to return to future market dates and all future dates will be cancelled.
• This market does NOT have access to electrical.

Insurance

All buskers are encouraged to carry individual liability insurance for the duration of all market attended dates. See attachment for further details.

Proper Conduct

1. Buskers should be neat and clean in appearance.
2. Buskers are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times. Rudeness, loud, and/or profane language, arguing or harassment will be considered grounds for dismissal from the market.
3. Discrimination will not be tolerated. Insubordination, the consumption of alcohol or drugs, and fighting during the market will be cause for immediate dismissal. Warnings will not be required.
4. Buskers are asked to park on the local community streets surrounding the market area so shoppers can access the market. If shoppers cannot find parking, they WILL leave. No exceptions (unless cleared by the Market Manager ahead of time).

Prohibited Items

1. No illicit drug paraphernalia
2. No live animals
3. No fire arms or ammunition
4. No open flames or combustible materials
5. No sexual items

Inclement Weather

In severe or inclement weather, Mahogany HOA may temporarily close the Mahogany Farmers Market and re-open when it is safe to do so. The Market Manager will communicate any closures to the Vendors and buskers on sight in person, through text, email, and Social Media.

Indemnification

MHOA, its officers, directors, managers, employees, agents and members, and Hopewell Management LP and Hopewell Residential LP and their respective officers, directors, managers, employees and agents (collectively the “Indemnified Parties”) assume no responsibility for, and will NOT be liable for any lost, stolen, or misplaced merchandise or equipment at the event. The Busker shall hereby expressly relieve and discharge the Indemnified Parties from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury or death to persons or property that may be sustained by reason of entry upon the venue and/or the occupancy of the market space designated to you under this agreement. Security of you and your possessions is your responsibility and no dedicated security will be furnished by the Mahogany HOA or the Market Manager. The Indemnified Parties shall not be liable for any damages or expenses you may incur should any event be delayed or cancelled.