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.
Download and review the 2027 CAFF Touring Lottery Listing PDF for a full breakdown on details for each tour option.
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 1-9: Canadian Regional Tour Options
Tours 10-11: Canadian National Tour Options
Tours 12-13: Canada/USA Cross-National Tour Options
Tours 14-16: USA Regional Tour Options
Canadian Regional Tours
Toronto → 10 days → Windsor → 10 days → Kingston
This tour is best suited for an Artist based in Toronto, or the surrounding areas. This is a driveable route.
Tour dates: June 30–August 15, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Toronto: June 30–July 11, 2027
– Windsor: July 22–25, 2027
– Kingston: August 5–15, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at all 3 Festivals
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1485-$1745 CAD. The range depends on venue selection in Toronto.
Travel: Toronto → Windsor
Distance is approximately 371 km. Driving takes approximately 4 hours. VIA Rail takes approximately 4 hours, with Economy fares estimated at $80–$160 CAD. Flights take approximately 1 hour, with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD, and estimated round-trip fares of $500=$600.
Recommended: Driving or rail.
Travel: Toronto → Kingston
Distance is approximately 262 km. Driving takes approximately 3 hours. VIA Rail takes approximately 2-2.5 hours, , with Economy fares estimated at $80–$160 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or rail.
Travel: Windsor → Kingston
Distance is approximately 620 km. Driving takes approximately 6 hours. There are bus/rail options available, but take 8+ hours and require at least one transfer.
Recommended: Driving.
Toronto → 2 days → Hamilton → 8 days → North Bay
This tour is best suited for an Artist based in Toronto/Hamilton/surroundings areas OR an Artist based in North Bay/surroundings areas. This route is driveable.
Tour dates: June 30–August 8, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Toronto: June 30-July 11, 2027
– Hamilton: July 21–August 1, 2027
– North Bay: August 3-8, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at all 3 Festivals (subject to availability in Hamilton)
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1235–$2060 CAD. The range depends on show length in Hamilton, and on venue selection in Toronto.
Travel: Toronto → Hamilton
Distance is approximately 69 km. Driving takes approximately 1 hour. GoTrain takes approximately 1.5 hours for about $15-$20 CAD one-way.
Recommended: Driving or train.
Travel: Toronto → North Bay
Distance is approximately 346 km by road. Driving takes approximately 4 hours. A combination of bus and train takes approximately 5 hours with at least one transfer.
Recommended: Driving.
Travel: Hamilton → North Bay
Distance is approximately 400 km. Driving takes approximately 4 hours. A combination of bus and train takes approximately 6.5 hours, with at least one transfer.
Recommended: Driving.
Montreal → 23 days → Hamilton → 10 days → Kingston
This tour is best suited for an Artist based in Montreal/surrounding areas or Toronto/surrounding areas. This route is driveable.
Tour dates: June 9–August 15, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Montreal: June 9–20, 2027
– Hamilton: July 14-25, 2027
– Kingston: August 5–15, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at all 3 Festivals (subject to availability in Hamilton)
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1355–$2150 CAD. The range depends primarily on show length in Montreal and Hamilton.
Travel: Montreal → Hamilton
Distance is approximately 610 km. Driving takes approximately 6 hours. Bus takes approximately 7.5 hours, and requires at least one transfer. Flights take approximately 1.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $600-$700..
Recommended: Driving
Travel: Montreal → Kingston
Distance is approximately 288 km. Driving takes approximately 3 hours. A combination of bus and VIA Rail takes approximately 7 hours, with at least one transfer.
Recommended: Driving
Travel: Hamilton → Kingston
Distance is approximately 350 km by road. Driving takes approximately 3.5 hours. Bus takes approximately 5 hours, with at least one transfer.
Recommended: Driving or bus.
Montreal → 43 days → Halifax → 23 days → Charlottetown
This tour is best suited for Artists based on the East Coast, but may be suitable for someone based in Montreal/surrounding areas. This route is flyable, and driveable for a confident driver.
Tour dates: June 9-October 10, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Montreal: June 9-20, 2027
– Halifax: September 2-12, 2027
– Charlottetown: October 6-10, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at all 3 Festivals
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1100-$3780 CAD. The range depends primarily on show length in Montreal and venue size in Halifax.
Travel: Montreal → Halifax
Distance is approximately 1182 km. Driving takes approximately 12.5 hours, likely requiring an overnight stop. Flying takes approximately 1.5 hours with estimated one-way fares of $200-$300 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $400-$500 CAD.
Recommended: Flying is strongly recommended, driving for confident road trippers
Travel: Montreal → Charlottetown
Distance is approximately 1088 km. Driving takes approximately 11.5 hours, likely requiring an overnight stop. Flying takes approximately 1.5 hours with estimated one-way fares of $400-$500 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $800-$900 CAD.
Recommended: Flying is strongly recommended, driving for confident road trippers.
Travel: Halifax → Charlottetown
Distance is approximately 327 km. Driving takes approximately 3.5 hours. Bus takes approximately 5.5 hours (schedules may vary).
Recommended: Driving or bus.
Ottawa → 2 days → Toronto → 28 days → Mississauga
This tour is best suited for Artists based in Toronto/surrounding areas. This route is driveable.
Tour dates: June 17–August 22, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Ottawa: June 17-27, 2027
– Toronto: June 30–July 11, 2027
– Mississauga: August 9-22, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at all 3 Festivals
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1530-$1960 CAD. The range depends on the venue in Mississauga and show length in Toronto.
Travel: Ottawa → Toronto
Distance is approximately 450 km. Driving takes approximately 4.5 hours. Bus takes approximately 5.5 hours. Flying takes approximately 1 hour with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $500-$600 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or bus.
Travel: Toronto → Mississauga
MIssissauga is located just outside of Toronto, and takes under an hour of city driving or bus.
Recommended: Driving.
Winnipeg → 3 days → Saskatoon → 4 days → Edmonton
This tour is best suited for Artists based in any stop on the tour/surrounding areas. This route is flyable, or driveable for a confident driver.
Tour dates: July 14–August 22, 2027
Festivals: 3
– 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: Offered at all Festivals.
Festival participation fees: Approximately $2467 CAD. All Festivals currently have set fees, although Saskatoon is currently based on the 2026 fee.
Travel: Winnipeg → Saskatoon
Distance is approximately 781 km. Driving takes approximately 8.5 hours. Flying takes approximately 2 hours with estimated one-way fares of $400-$500 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $700-$850 CAD.
Recommended: Flying, or driving for a confident driver.
Travel: Saskatoon → Edmonton
Distance is approximately 525 km. Driving takes approximately 5.5 hours. Flying takes approximately 1.5 hours with estimated one-way fares of $600-$700 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $300-$450 CAD.
Recommended: Flying or driving.
Winnipeg → 4 days → Calgary → 4 days → Edmonton
This tour is best suited for Artists based in Calgary or Edmonton, and may be suitable for Artists based in Winnipeg. This route is mostly driveable, and completely flyable.
Tour dates: July 14–August 22, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Calgary: July 30–August 7, 2027
– Edmonton: August 12-22, 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: Winnipeg → Calgary
Distance is approximately 1335 km. Driving takes approximately 13 hours and likely requires an overnight stop. Flying takes approximately 2.5 hours with estimated one-way fares of $400-$550 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $700-$850 CAD.
Recommended: Flying (due to the short turnaround), or driving for a confident driver.
Travel: Calgary → Edmonton
Distance is approximately 300 km. Driving takes approximately 3 hours. Flying takes approximately 1 hour with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $500-$600 CAD.
Recommended: Flying or driving
Winnipeg → 4 days → Calgary → 17 days → Victoria
This tour is best suited for Artists based in Winnipeg, Calgary, Victoria, or the surrounding areas. This tour is flyable, and driveable for a confident driver.
Tour dates: July 14–September 5, 2027
Festivals: 3
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Calgary: July 30-August 7, 2027
– Victoria: August 25-September 5, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at all 3 Festivals
Festival participation fees: $1940-$2040 CAD. The range depends on whether or not you’re an Equity-Seeking artist in Victoria.
Travel: Winnipeg → Calgary
Distance is approximately 1335 km. Driving takes approximately 13 hours and likely requires an overnight stop. Flying takes approximately 2.5 hours with estimated one-way fares of $400-$550 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $700-$850 CAD.
Recommended: Flying (due to the short turnaround), or driving for a confident driver.
Travel: Calgary → Victoria
Distance is approximately 1061 km. Driving takes approximately 13 hours and likely requires an overnight stop. Flying takes approximately 1.5 hours with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $700-$850 CAD.
Recommended: Driving or flying.
Travel: Winnipeg → Victoria
Distance is approximately 525 km. Driving takes approximately 5 hours. Bus takes approximately 8 hours. Flying takes approximately 2 hours with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $650-$850 CAD.
Recommended: Flying or driving for a confident driver.
Victoria → 3 days → Vancouver → 10 days → Whitehorse
This tour is best suited for Artists based on any stop on the tour. This tour is driveable and flyable.
Tour dates: August 5–October 3, 2027
Festivals: 3
– 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 3 Festivals (subject to availability in Victoria)
Festival participation fees: Approximately $1500-1800 CAD. The range depends on whether or not you’re Equity-Seeking in Victoria and venue selection in Vancouver.
Travel: Victoria → Vancouver
Driving takes approximately 3-4 hours, including a 1.5 hour ferry. The BC Ferries terminal connections are Swartz Bay (Victoria) and Tsawwassen (Vancouver). The ferry has walk-on options, with a Connector bus running between Victoria and Vancouver (schedules may vary) at an estimated cost of $60-$80 CAD. Car costs approximately $100 CAD with one standard vehicle and one passenger one-way.
Note: Advance bookings for the ferry are STRONGLY recommended, or you may have a 2-4 sailing waiting. Always plan to take the ferry at least one day before you have to be in your destination city.
Recommended: BC Ferries Connector or BC Ferries + driving.
Travel: Vancouver → Whitehorse
Flights take approximately 2.5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $200-300 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $400-$600 CAD.
Recommended: Flying. Driving is not recommended.
Travel: Victoria → Whitehorse
Flights take approximately 5 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $500-500 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $700-$900 CAD.
Recommended: Flying. Driving is not recommended.
CANADIAN NATIONAL TOURS
Montreal → 23 days → Winnipeg → 17 days → Edmonton → 2 days → Victoria → 3 days → Vancouver
This tour is best suited for Artists who are able to do a long tour with multiple flights. Long breaks can be filled with other bookings or Festivals.
Tour dates: June 9–September 19, 2027
Festivals: 5
– Montreal: June 9–20, 2027
– Winnipeg: July 14-25, 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: Offered at all 5 Festivals
Festival participation fees: Approximately $3636–$4176 CAD. The range depends on show length in Montreal, whether or not you’re Equity-Seeking in Victoria, and venue selection in Vancouver.
Travel: Montreal → Winnipeg
Distance is approximately 2268 km. Driving takes approximately 20+ hours and is not recommended. Flying takes approximately 3 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $400-$500 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $600-$700 CAD.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: Winnipeg → Edmonton
Distance is approximately 1304 km. Driving takes approximately 13.5 hours and may require an overnight stop. Flying takes approximately 2.5 hours with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $400-$500 CAD.
Recommended: Flying, or driving for a confident driver.
Travel: Edmonton → Victoria
Distance is approximately 1248 km. Driving takes approximately 15.5 hours, including a ferry. Flying takes approximately 2 hours with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $500-$700 CAD.
Recommended: Flying is strongly recommended (due to the short turnaround time).
Travel: Victoria → Vancouver
Driving takes approximately 3-4 hours, including a 1.5 hour ferry. The BC Ferries terminal connections are Swartz Bay (Victoria) and Tsawwassen (Vancouver). The ferry has walk-on options, with a Connector bus running between Victoria and Vancouver (schedules may vary) at an estimated cost of $60-$80 CAD. Car costs approximately $100 CAD with one standard vehicle and one passenger one-way.
Note: Advance bookings for the ferry are STRONGLY recommended, or you may have a 2-4 sailing waiting. Always plan to take the ferry at least one day before you have to be in your destination city.
Recommended: BC Ferries Connector or BC Ferries + driving.
Ottawa → 2 days → Toronto → 2 days → Winnipeg → 3 days → Saskatoon → 4 days → Edmonton
This tour is best suited for Artists who are able to do a long tour with multiple flights. Long breaks can be filled with other bookings or Festivals.
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: Offered at all 5 Festivals.
Festival participation fees: Approximately $3797–$4057 CAD. The range depends on venue in Toronto.
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.
San Diego → 44 days → Winnipeg → 3 days → Saskatoon → 4 days → Edmonton → 17 days → Vancouver
This tour is best suited for Artists who are able to do a long tour with multiple flights. Long breaks may be filled with other bookings or Festivals. It is recommended that you stay in Canada for the duration of that leg of the tour to reduce border crossings.
Tour dates: May 20–September 19, 2027
Festivals: 5
– San Diego: May 20–30, 2027
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Saskatoon: July 29–August 7, 2027
– Edmonton: August 12–22, 2027
– Vancouver: September 9-19, 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: San Diego → Winnipeg
Distance is approximately 2041 km. Driving takes 30+ hours and is not recommended. Flying takes approximately 6 hours with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $600-$800 CAD.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: Winnipeg → Saskatoon
Distance is approximately 781 km. Driving takes approximately 8 hours. Flying takes approximately 5 hours with estimated one-way fares of $350-$550 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $600-$750 CAD.
Recommended: Flying or driving.
Travel: Saskatoon → Edmonton
Distance is approximately 525 km. Driving takes approximately 6 hours. Flying takes approximately 4 hours with estimated one-way fares of $250-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $500-$600 CAD.
Recommended: Flying or driving.
Travel: Edmonton → Vancouver
Distance is approximately 1158 km. Driving takes approximately 12.5 hours and may require an overnight stop. Flying takes approximately 1.5 hours with estimated one-way fares of $200-$300 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $400-$500 CAD.
Recommended: Flying, or driving as a confident driver.
Orlando → 8 days → Montreal → 23 days → Winnipeg → 17 days → Edmonton → 2 days → Victoria
This tour is best suited for Artists who are able to do a long tour with multiple flights. Long breaks may be filled with other bookings or Festivals. It is recommended that you stay in Canada for the duration of that leg of the tour to reduce border crossings.
Tour dates: May 18-September 5, 2027
Festivals: 5
– Orlando: May 18-31, 2027
– Montreal: June 9-20, 2027
– Winnipeg: July 14–25, 2027
– Edmonton: August 12–22, 2027
– Victoria: August 25-September 5, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at all 5 Festivals (subject to availability in Victoria)
Festival participation fees: Approximately USD $525-$1825, plus $2848-$3178 CAD. The U.S. range depends on venue selection in Orlando. The Canada range is based on length of show in Montreal and whether or not you’re Equity-Seeking in Victoria.
Travel: Orlando → Montreal
Distance is approximately 1429 km. Driving takes approximately 20+ hours and is not recommended. Flying takes approximately 3 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $500-$600 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $900-$1000 CAD.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: Montreal → Winnipeg
Distance is approximately 2268 km. Driving takes approximately 20+ hours and is not recommended. Flying takes approximately 3 hours, with estimated one-way fares of $400-$500 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $600-$700 CAD.
Recommended: Flying.
Travel: Winnipeg → Edmonton
Distance is approximately 1300 km by road. Driving takes approximately 13 hours, likely requiring an overnight stop. Flying takes approximately 2 hours with estimated one-way fares of $150-$300 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $400-$600 CAD.
Recommended: Flying is strongly recommended, driving for confident road trippers
Travel: Edmonton → Victoria
Distance is approximately 1248 km. Driving takes approximately 15.5 hours, including a ferry. Flying takes approximately 2 hours with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $500-$700 CAD.
Recommended: Flying is strongly recommended (due to the short turnaround time).
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.
Orlando → 8 days → Tampa
This tour is best suited for Artists based in Orlando/surrounding areas, or in one of the optional tour stops. This route is driveable.
Tour dates: Spring/Summer 2027, dates variable
Festivals: 2-3
– Orlando: May 18-31, 2027
– Tampa: June 9-20, 2027
+ 1 optional:
– NYC: March 31-April 18, 2027
– Boston: May 10-16, 2027
– Elgin: September 22-26, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at Orlando, Tampa, and Elgin.
Festival participation fees: Approximately USD $750-$2050. The range depends on venue selection in Orlando. NYC, Boston, and Elgin all have additional participation fees ranging from USD $80-$1850.
Travel: Orlando → Tampa
Distance is approximately 84 miles. Driving takes approximately 1.5 hours. Bus takes approximately 2 hours.
Recommended: Driving or bus.
Note: Optional routes will have additional flying/driving times that should be calculated into the total cost.
Boston → 23 days → Portland, ME
This tour is best suited for Artists based in Boston or Portland, ME/surrounding areas. This route is driveable.
Tour dates: Spring/Summer 2027, dates variable
Festivals: 2-3
– Boston: May 16–20, 2027
– Portland, ME: June 9–18, 2027
+ 1 optional:
– NYC: March 31-April 18, 2027
– Orlando: May 18-31, 2027
– San Diego: May 20-30, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at Portland, Orlando, and San Diego
Festival participation fees: Approximately USD $375-726. Orlando, NYC, and San Diego all have additional participation fees ranging from USD $325-$1850.
Travel: Boston → Portland, ME
Distance is approximately 108 miles. Driving takes approximately 2 hours. Bus takes approximately 2.5 hours.
Recommended: Driving or bus.
Note: Optional routes will have additional flying/driving times that should be calculated into the total cost.
Portland, ME → 96 days → Elgin
This tour is best suited for Artists based in any of the tour stops, including optional ones. This route is flyable, and driveable with a confident driver.
Tour dates: Spring/Summer/Fall 2027, dates variable
Festivals: 2-3
– Portland, ME: June 9-18, 2027
– Elgin: September 22-26, 2027
+ 1 optional:
– NYC: March 31-April 18, 2027
– San Diego: May 20-30, 2027
Maximum show length for this tour: 60 minutes
Billeting: Offered at Portland, Orlando, and San Diego
Festival participation fees: Approximately USD $255-$515. The range depends on number of performances in Elgin. NYC and San Diego have additional participation fees ranging from USD $325-$1850.
Travel: Portland, ME → Elgin
Distance is approximately 1120 miles. Driving takes approximately 17.5 hours and likely requires an overnight stop. Flying takes approximately 3 hours with estimated one-way fares of $300-$400 CAD and estimated round-trip fares of $500-$600 CAD.
Recommended: Flying, or driving with a confident driver.
Note: Optional routes will have additional flying/driving times that should be calculated into the total cost.
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