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Want to perform to thousands across London? Looking to increase your public profile? Fancy getting some advice from top industry professionals?

Gigs, in association with Gibson, is the Mayor of London’s annual busking competition and has been showcasing amazing young musical talent since 2009 at some of the capital's busiest and iconic locations.

Gigs is more than a competition. It opens the door to a range of opportunities through the Busk in London programme, including exclusive performance opportunities and paid gigs. There are also some amazing prizes up for grabs. Consider the competition as intense training in the art of public performance.

Gigs Stories

Read all about how Nicola Hogg has gone from Gigs to Glastonbury!

Find out how Dat Brass went from Gigs to a record deal!

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