Use these packages to compare the 2027 CAFF Touring Lottery options. Click on a tour to see the total estimated tour cost and festival dates.
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CAFF application fees are separate from Festival participation fees. Travel costs are planning estimates only and will vary based on booking date, carrier, party size, baggage, and availability.
Tours 1-12: Canadian Regional Tour Options
Tours 13-16: USA Regional Tour Options
Tours 17-18: Canadian National Tour Options
Tours 19-20: Canada/USA Cross-National Tour Options
Canadian Regional Tours — Central/East
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: June 9–August 8, 2027
Festivals: 4
– Montreal: June 9–20, 2027
– Toronto: June 30–July 11, 2027
– Windsor: July 22–25, 2027
– North Bay: August 3–8, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 4 Festivals
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1,834.10–$2,524.05 CAD. The range depends on show length in Montreal and venue selection in Toronto. Toronto’s unconventional venue option uses a different fee structure ($600 deposit + a percentage of potential sales), so the final total may fall outside this range.
Travel: Montreal → Toronto
There are 9 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 540 km. Driving takes approximately 5.5–6 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $70–$100 CAD. VIA Rail takes approximately 5 hours, with Economy fares estimated at $80–$160 CAD. Flights take approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, with estimated one-way fares of $130–$250 CAD.
Recommended: VIA Rail or driving.
Travel: Toronto → Windsor
There are 10 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 370 km. Driving takes approximately 3.5–4 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $45–$65 CAD. VIA Rail takes approximately 4 hours, with Economy fares estimated at $55–$110 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or VIA Rail.
Travel: Windsor → North Bay
There are 8 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 640 km. Driving takes approximately 6.5–7.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $85–$120 CAD. There are no convenient direct flight or rail options.
Recommended: Driving.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: June 9–September 12, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Montreal: June 9–20, 2027
– Hamilton: July 21–August 1, 2027
– Halifax: September 2–12, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 3 Festivals; Halifax assists with billets but cannot guarantee placements
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1,080.60–$4,326.55 CAD. The range depends on show length in Montreal and Hamilton, and on venue and number of performances in Halifax.
Travel: Montreal → Hamilton
There are 30 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 590 km. Driving takes approximately 6 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $75–$110 CAD. VIA Rail with a transfer in Toronto takes approximately 6.5 hours, with estimated fares of $90–$180 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or train.
Travel: Hamilton → Halifax
There are 31 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 1,800 km by road. Driving takes approximately 17–18 hours. Flights from Toronto Pearson to Halifax take approximately 2.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $180–$350 CAD.
Recommended: Flying via Toronto Pearson.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: June 9–October 10, 2027
Festivals: 4
– Montreal: June 9–20, 2027
– Kingston: August 5–15, 2027
– Halifax: September 2–12, 2027
– Charlottetown: October 6–10, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available or assisted with at all 4 Festivals; Halifax billets are not guaranteed
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1,482.30–$4,163.25 CAD. The range depends primarily on show length in Montreal and venue and performance choices in Halifax.
Travel: Montreal → Kingston
There are 45 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 290 km. Driving takes approximately 3 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $40–$55 CAD. VIA Rail takes approximately 2.5 hours, with Economy fares estimated at $45–$95 CAD.
Recommended: Train or driving.
Travel: Kingston → Halifax
There are 17 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 1,500 km by road. Driving takes approximately 15 hours. Flying requires a connection, generally through Montreal or Toronto, with approximately 2.5 hours of flight time and estimated one-way fares of $200–$380 CAD.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: Halifax → Charlottetown
There are 23 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 325 km. Driving takes approximately 3.5–4 hours. Vehicle travel via the Confederation Bridge may involve a toll. Maritime Bus takes approximately 4.5 hours, with estimated fares of $60–$85 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or regional bus.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: June 17–August 22, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Ottawa: June 17–27, 2027
– Hamilton: July 21–August 1, 2027
– Mississauga: August 9–22, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 3 Festivals
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1,112–$1,846.50 CAD. The range depends on show length in Hamilton and venue selection in Mississauga.
Travel: Ottawa → Hamilton
There are 23 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 500 km. Driving takes approximately 5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $65–$95 CAD. VIA Rail combined with GO Transit takes approximately 5.5 hours, with estimated fares of $75–$150 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or train.
Travel: Hamilton → Mississauga
There are 7 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 60 km. Driving or GO Transit takes approximately 45 minutes–1 hour, with estimated transportation costs of $10–$25 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or GO Transit.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: June 17–September 12, 2027
Festivals: 4
– London: June 17–27, 2027
– Toronto: June 30–July 11, 2027
– Kingston: August 5–15, 2027
– Halifax: September 2–12, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available or assisted with at all 4 Festivals; London and Halifax cannot guarantee placements
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1,498.20–$4,509.20 CAD. The range depends on the London participation model, Toronto venue selection, and Halifax venue and performance choices. Toronto’s unconventional venue option uses a different fee structure ($600 deposit + a percentage of potential sales), so the final total may fall outside this range.
Travel: London → Toronto
There are 2 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 200 km. Driving takes approximately 2 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $25–$40 CAD. VIA Rail or GO Transit takes approximately 2.5 hours, with estimated fares of $35–$70 CAD.
Recommended: Train or driving.
Travel: Toronto → Kingston
There are 24 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 265 km. Driving takes approximately 2.5–3 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $35–$50 CAD. VIA Rail takes approximately 2.5 hours, with Economy fares estimated at $45–$90 CAD.
Recommended: Train or driving.
Travel: Kingston → Halifax
There are 17 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 1,500 km by road. Driving takes approximately 15 hours. Flights connecting through Toronto are approximately 2.5 hours of flight time, with estimated one-way fares of $200–$380 CAD.
Recommended: Flying.
Canadian Regional Tours — Prairie
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: July 7–August 29, 2027
Festivals: 4
– Regina: July 7–11, 2027
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Edmonton: August 12–22, 2027
– Fort McMurray: August 27–29, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 75 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 4 Festivals
Festival participation fees: $2,417.50 CAD. All 4 Festivals currently have fixed participation fees.
Travel: Regina → Winnipeg
There are 2 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 570 km. Driving takes approximately 5.5–6 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $70–$100 CAD. Rider Express bus service takes approximately 7 hours, with estimated fares of $80–$110 CAD.
Recommended: Driving.
Travel: Winnipeg → Edmonton
There are 17 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 1,300 km by road. Direct flights take approximately 2 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $160–$290 CAD. Driving takes approximately 13–14 hours.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: Edmonton → Fort McMurray
There are 4 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 435 km. Driving takes approximately 4.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $60–$85 CAD. Regional bus service takes approximately 5 hours, with estimated fares of $80–$110 CAD. Flights take approximately 1 hour, with estimated fares of $220–$380 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or bus.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: July 7–August 7, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Regina: July 7–11, 2027
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Calgary: July 30–August 7, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 3 Festivals
Festival participation fees: $2,095 CAD. All 3 Festivals currently have fixed participation fees.
Travel: Regina → Winnipeg
There are 2 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 570 km. Driving takes approximately 5.5–6 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $70–$100 CAD.
Recommended: Driving.
Travel: Winnipeg → Calgary
There are 4 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 1,330 km by road. Direct flights take approximately 2.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $170–$310 CAD. Driving takes approximately 13.5 hours.
Recommended: Flying.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: July 7–August 7, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Regina: July 7–11, 2027
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Saskatoon: July 29–August 7, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 3 Festivals
Festival participation fees: Approximately $2,118.75 CAD based on current fees. Saskatoon’s listed amount is its 2026 fee, and its 2027 participation fee may change slightly.
Travel: Regina → Winnipeg
There are 2 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 570 km. Driving takes approximately 5.5–6 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $70–$100 CAD.
Recommended: Driving.
Travel: Winnipeg → Saskatoon
There are 3 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 780 km. Driving takes approximately 8 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $100–$140 CAD. Direct flights take approximately 1.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $150–$280 CAD. Rider Express bus service takes approximately 10 hours, with estimated fares around $100 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or flying.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: July 30–August 29, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Calgary: July 30–August 7, 2027
– Edmonton: August 12–22, 2027
– Fort McMurray: August 27–29, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 3 Festivals
Festival participation fees: $1,662.50 CAD. All 3 Festivals currently have fixed participation fees.
Travel: Calgary → Edmonton
There are 4 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 300 km. Driving takes approximately 3 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $40–$55 CAD. Regional bus service takes approximately 3.5 hours, with estimated fares of $45–$75 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or regional bus.
Travel: Edmonton → Fort McMurray
There are 4 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 435 km. Driving takes approximately 4.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $60–$85 CAD. Regional bus service takes approximately 5 hours, with estimated fares of $80–$110 CAD. Flights take approximately 1 hour, with estimated fares of $220–$380 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or bus.
Canadian Regional Tours — West
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: July 14–September 5, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Nanaimo: August 5–15, 2027
– Victoria: August 25–September 5, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 3 Festivals; Victoria is subject to availability
Festival participation fees: $1,695 CAD. All 3 Festivals currently have fixed participation fees.
Travel: Winnipeg → Nanaimo
There are 10 full days between Festivals.
Flights from Winnipeg to Vancouver take approximately 3 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $180–$320 CAD.
From Vancouver, artists can continue to Nanaimo by ferry. Options include ground transportation to a BC Ferries terminal or travelling into downtown Vancouver and taking the Hullo fast ferry to downtown Nanaimo. Hullo takes approximately 70 minutes and costs approximately $40 CAD. BC Ferries foot-passenger fares are approximately $21 CAD, with additional costs for ground transportation or vehicle passage.
Recommended: Fly to Vancouver, then continue to Nanaimo by ferry.
Travel: Nanaimo → Victoria
There are 9 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 110 km. Driving takes approximately 1.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $20–$30 CAD. Regional bus service takes approximately 2 hours, with estimated fares of $35–$50 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or regional bus.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: August 5–September 19, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Nanaimo: August 5–15, 2027
– Victoria: August 25–September 5, 2027
– Vancouver: September 9–19, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at all 3 Festivals; Victoria is subject to availability
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1,632.50–$1,842.50 CAD. The range depends on venue selection in Vancouver.
Travel: Nanaimo → Victoria
There are 9 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 110 km. Driving takes approximately 1.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $20–$30 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or regional bus.
Travel: Victoria → Vancouver
There are 3 full days between Festivals.
The BC Ferries crossing from Swartz Bay to Tsawwassen takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. Including ground transportation, downtown-to-downtown travel is approximately 3.5–4 hours. Foot-passenger fares are approximately $21 CAD, while vehicle fares begin around $89 CAD. The BC Ferries Connector offers a direct bus option at approximately $60–$80 CAD. Harbour Air seaplane service takes approximately 35 minutes, with fares estimated at $140–$230 CAD.
Recommended: BC Ferries Connector or ferry + driving.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: August 5–October 3, 2027
Festivals: 4
– Nanaimo: August 5–15, 2027
– Victoria: August 25–September 5, 2027
– Vancouver: September 9–19, 2027
– Whitehorse: September 30–October 3, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at all 4 Festivals; Victoria is subject to availability
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1,882.50–$2,092.50 CAD. The range depends on venue selection in Vancouver.
Travel: Nanaimo → Victoria
There are 9 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 110 km. Driving takes approximately 1.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $20–$30 CAD.
Travel: Victoria → Vancouver
There are 3 full days between Festivals.
Ferry and ground transportation takes approximately 3.5–4 hours. BC Ferries foot-passenger fares are approximately $21 CAD, while vehicle fares begin around $89 CAD.
Travel: Vancouver → Whitehorse
There are 10 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 1,500 km by air. Direct flights take approximately 2.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $170–$340 CAD.
Recommended: Flying.
USA Regional Tours
Cross-border travel: Artists are responsible for determining and securing any visas, work authorization, permits, or other immigration documentation required for their tour. Requirements vary depending on citizenship, residency, compensation, and the nature of the activity. CAFF does not obtain immigration authorization on behalf of artists. Artists should review official government requirements well in advance of travel.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: March 31–June 20, 2027
Festivals: 3
– New York: March 31–April 18, 2027
– Orlando: May 18–31, 2027
– Tampa: June 9–20, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Orlando and Tampa offer billeting; New York does not
Festival participation fees: Approximately USD $2,100–$3,900. The range depends on venue selection in New York and Orlando.
Travel: New York → Orlando
There are 29 full days between Festivals.
Flights take approximately 2.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $80–$220 USD. Driving takes approximately 15 hours.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: Orlando → Tampa
There are 8 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 135 km. Driving takes approximately 1.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $15–$25 USD. Bus or rail options take approximately 2 hours, with estimated fares of $15–$35 USD.
Recommended: Driving or bus/train.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: March 31–May 30, 2027
Festivals: 3
– New York:
– Boston:
– San Diego:
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: San Diego offers billeting; New York and Boston do not
Festival participation fees: Approximately USD $1,875–$3,250. The range depends on venue selection in New York and Boston, and on venue selection and registration timing in San Diego.
Note: 2 artists will be drawn for this tour.
Travel: New York → Boston
There are 21 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 350 km. Amtrak Regional or Acela service takes approximately 3.5–4 hours, with estimated fares of $35–$120 USD. Driving takes approximately 4 hours. Intercity buses take approximately 4.5 hours, with estimated fares of $20–$40 USD.
Recommended: Amtrak.
Travel: Boston → San Diego
There are 3 full days between Festivals.
Direct flights take approximately 6 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $180–$380 USD.
Recommended: Flying.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: March 31–June 18, 2027
Festivals: 3
– New York: March 31–April 18, 2027
– Orlando: May 18–31, 2027
– Portland, Maine: June 9–18, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Orlando and PortFringe offer billeting; New York does not
Festival participation fees: Approximately USD $2,050–$3,950. The range depends primarily on venue selection in New York and Orlando, as well as the applicable PortFringe participation fee.
Travel: New York → Orlando
There are 29 full days between Festivals.
Flights take approximately 2.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $80–$220 USD.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: Orlando → Portland, Maine
There are 8 full days between Festivals.
Direct or connecting flights take approximately 3.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $100–$250 USD.
Recommended: Flying.
CAFF application fee: $45 CAD
Tour dates: March 31–September 26, 2027
Festivals: 3
– New York: March 31–April 18, 2027
– Portland, Maine: June 9–18, 2027
– Elgin: September 22–26, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: PortFringe and Elgin offer billeting; New York does not
Festival participation fees: Approximately USD $1,605–$2,365. The range depends on the applicable New York and PortFringe fees and the number of performances selected in Elgin.
Travel: New York → Portland, Maine
There are 51 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 500 km. Amtrak service via Boston takes approximately 6 hours, with estimated fares of $45–$90 USD. Driving takes approximately 5 hours. Flights take approximately 1 hour, with estimated fares of $90–$180 USD.
Recommended: Amtrak or driving.
Travel: Portland, Maine → Elgin
There are 95 full days between Festivals.
Flights from Portland to Chicago O’Hare take approximately 2.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $140–$280 USD. Elgin is approximately 40 km west of O’Hare and can be reached by regional rail or rideshare, with estimated ground transportation costs of $10–$50 USD.
Recommended: Fly to Chicago O’Hare, then continue to Elgin by regional rail or road.
Important scheduling note: This route has a 95-day gap between PortFringe and Elgin. Artists should plan for other bookings, travel home, or another home base during this period.
CANADIAN NATIONAL TOURS
CAFF application fee: $60 CAD
Tour dates: June 9–September 19, 2027
Festivals: 5
– Montreal: June 9–20, 2027
– Toronto: June 30–July 11, 2027
– Edmonton: August 12–22, 2027
– Victoria: August 25–September 5, 2027
– Vancouver: September 9–19, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 5 Festivals; Victoria is subject to availability
Festival participation fees: Approximately $3,384.10–$4,284.05 CAD. The range depends on show length in Montreal and venue selection in Toronto and Vancouver. Toronto’s unconventional venue option uses a different fee structure ($600 deposit + a percentage of potential sales), so the final total may fall outside this range.
Travel: Montreal → Toronto
There are 9 full days between Festivals.
VIA Rail takes approximately 5 hours, with estimated fares of $80–$160 CAD. Driving takes approximately 5.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $70–$100 CAD.
Recommended: VIA Rail or driving.
Travel: Toronto → Edmonton
There are 31 full days between Festivals.
Direct flights take approximately 4 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $180–$360 CAD.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: Edmonton → Victoria
There are 2 full days between Festivals.
Direct flights take approximately 2 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $140–$280 CAD.
Tight turnaround: Flying is strongly recommended to allow enough time to arrive and prepare for the Festival.
Travel: Victoria → Vancouver
There are 3 full days between Festivals.
Ferry and ground transportation takes approximately 3.5–4 hours, with foot-passenger fares around $21 CAD and vehicle fares beginning around $89 CAD. Seaplane service takes approximately 35 minutes, with estimated fares of $140–$230 CAD.
CAFF application fee: $60 CAD
Tour dates: June 17–August 22, 2027
Festivals: 5
– Ottawa: June 17–27, 2027
– Toronto: June 30–July 11, 2027
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Saskatoon: July 29–August 7, 2027
– Edmonton: August 12–22, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 5 Festivals
Festival participation fees: Approximately $3,596.25–$4,056.25 CAD. The range depends on venue selection in Toronto. Saskatoon’s 2027 fee may change slightly. Toronto’s unconventional venue option uses a different fee structure ($600 deposit + a percentage of potential sales), so the final total may fall outside this range.
Travel: Ottawa → Toronto
There are 2 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 450 km. VIA Rail takes approximately 4.5 hours, with estimated fares of $65–$130 CAD. Driving takes approximately 4.5 hours.
Recommended: VIA Rail or driving.
Travel: Toronto → Winnipeg
There are 2 full days between Festivals.
Direct flights take approximately 2.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $160–$320 CAD.
Tight turnaround: Flying is strongly recommended to allow enough time to arrive and prepare for the Festival.
Travel: Winnipeg → Saskatoon
There are 3 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 780 km. Driving takes approximately 8 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $100–$140 CAD. Direct flights take approximately 1.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $150–$280 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or flying.
Travel: Saskatoon → Edmonton
There are 4 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 525 km. Driving takes approximately 5.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $65–$90 CAD. Bus service takes approximately 6.5 hours, with estimated fares of $80–$110 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or bus.
CANADA/USA CROSS-NATIONAL TOURS
Cross-border travel: Artists are responsible for determining and securing any visas, work authorization, permits, or other immigration documentation required for the countries included in their tour. Requirements vary depending on citizenship, residency, compensation, and the nature of the activity. CAFF does not obtain immigration authorization on behalf of artists. Artists should review official government requirements well in advance of travel.
CAFF application fee: $60 CAD
Tour dates: March 31–August 22, 2027
Festivals: 5
– New York: March 31–April 18, 2027
– San Diego: May 20–30, 2027
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Saskatoon: July 29–August 7, 2027
– Edmonton: August 12–22, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at San Diego, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, and Edmonton; New York does not offer billeting
Festival participation fees: Approximately USD $1,675–$2,800, plus $2,436.25 CAD based on Saskatoon’s current fee. The U.S. range depends on venue and fee selection in New York and San Diego. Saskatoon’s 2027 fee may change slightly.
Travel: New York → San Diego
There are 31 full days between Festivals.
Direct flights take approximately 5.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $160–$340 USD.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: San Diego → Winnipeg
There are 44 full days between Festivals.
Connecting flights take approximately 5–7 hours total, with estimated fares of $220–$420 USD / approximately $300–$570 CAD.
Travel: Winnipeg → Saskatoon
There are 3 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 780 km. Driving takes approximately 8 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $100–$140 CAD. Direct flights take approximately 1.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $150–$280 CAD.
Travel: Saskatoon → Edmonton
There are 4 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 525 km. Driving takes approximately 5.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $65–$90 CAD. Bus service takes approximately 6.5 hours, with estimated fares of $80–$110 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or bus.
CAFF application fee: $60 CAD
Tour dates: May 18–September 26, 2027
Festivals: 5
– Orlando: May 18–31, 2027
– Tampa: June 9–20, 2027
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Edmonton: August 12–22, 2027
– Elgin: September 22–26, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Available at all 5 Festivals
Festival participation fees: Approximately USD $830–$2,290, plus $1,742.50 CAD. The U.S. range depends primarily on venue selection in Orlando and the number of performances selected in Elgin.
Travel: Orlando → Tampa
There are 8 full days between Festivals.
Approximately 135 km. Driving takes approximately 1.5 hours, with estimated fuel costs of $15–$25 USD.
Recommended: Driving or bus/train.
Travel: Tampa → Winnipeg
There are 23 full days between Festivals.
Connecting flights take approximately 5.5–7 hours total, with estimated one-way fares of $200–$390 USD / approximately $270–$530 CAD.
Travel: Winnipeg → Edmonton
There are 17 full days between Festivals.
Direct flights take approximately 2 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $160–$290 CAD. Driving takes approximately 13–14 hours.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: Edmonton → Elgin
There are 30 full days between Festivals.
Flights from Edmonton to Chicago O’Hare take approximately 3.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $250–$420 CAD. From O’Hare, Elgin can be reached by regional rail, taxi, or rideshare in approximately 45 minutes, with estimated ground transportation costs of $10–$50 USD.
Recommended: Fly to Chicago O’Hare, then continue to Elgin by regional rail or road.
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