Ryan McMullan (Image: Bradley Quinn) Northern Ireland's international busking competition is celebrating 20 years of showing off the best of local talent. Banbridge is gearing up for a musical spectacle and first-class live entertainment as it announces Ryan McMullan as the headline act at this year’s BuskFest. The busking competition attracts thousands of visitors from across the island of Ireland and offers participants the chance to compete for a £3000 prize pot, as well as the opportunity to perform at Northern Ireland's largest camping festival, Stendhal.
Read more: First ever 30+ only festival to be held in Belfast this summer Read more: 36 big gigs to look forward to in Belfast this summer This year's celebration promises to be nothing short of spectacular, with the spotlight fixed on Co Down's own rising star, Ryan McMullan. The 33-year-old singer songwriter has toured worldwide with artists such as Ed Sheeran, Snow Patrol, Kodaline, and Foy Vance. Open for registration until 21st June, BuskFest will see musicians, singers, bands, solo artists, and street performers take to all corners of Banbridge.
In addition to a performance spot at Stendhal Festival, the Overall Winner will claim £1000 with the remaining prize fund distributed among categories such as Best Band, Individual and Junior whilst special awards like Best Performance, sponsored by Banbridge Chamber of Commerce, and Spirit of BuskFest, sponsored by The Boulevard, will also be contested. BuskFest has b.
