The drumming thing was greatly helped by the fact that it was channeled to an inside tent. That and stray bagpipe players. The fest organizers obviously listen to input and contained it.

It drizzled and rained some, which probably helped keep the crowds down. I hope 'fest didn't lost too much money, but it was MUCH more manageable.

the whole thing just grows and grows: I did not get to the hands-on kids stuff out beyond the Needle, but think it is a good idea.

The program spelled out that buskers are not to block the sidewalks, which gave me license to cut across the empty space between listeners and performer(s). Naturally, the best buskers draw the biggest crowds.

I was grateful for the performers hospitality area, and pleased that I knew a fair number of people there, so I could visit.

this is the biggest fest of its kind in the States. who all else was there?