professionals
Summer is back, and the Berlin Circus Festival #12 opens its doors from 5–16 August 2026
12 days featuring 20 (inter)national companies and 52 shows across five stages, pitching sessions, an international panel of experts, work-in-progress formats, concerts and talks. The uniquely designed festival site, featuring four marquees, offers culinary delights, an exhibition and the festival bar, as well as the chance to meet artists and colleagues in a relaxed atmosphere with warm hospitality.
The festival this year has a catalan focus, realised with the support of APCC and Institut Ramon Llull.
👉🏼 Register HERE for the Pro Days from 7–9 August 2026
As a registered professional, you will receive free entry to the festival site and tickets at the pro rate.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Berlin Circus Festival 2026 and spending some inspiring summer days with you!
12 days featuring 20 (inter)national companies and 52 shows across five stages, pitching sessions, an international panel of experts, work-in-progress formats, concerts and talks. The uniquely designed festival site, featuring four marquees, offers culinary delights, an exhibition and the festival bar, as well as the chance to meet artists and colleagues in a relaxed atmosphere with warm hospitality.
The festival this year has a catalan focus, realised with the support of APCC and Institut Ramon Llull.
👉🏼 Register HERE for the Pro Days from 7–9 August 2026
As a registered professional, you will receive free entry to the festival site and tickets at the pro rate.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Berlin Circus Festival 2026 and spending some inspiring summer days with you!
program pro days
7.8.2026
international reception
6.00 – 7.15pm I festivalsite
We look forward to welcoming you to our official reception with international guests. This year’s festival focuses on works from Catalonia, and the reception is being organised in collaboration with representatives from the Institut Ramon Llull and ICEC.
Performances: WIP The smallest things (CH) Naiade by Out of the blue (FR), N.Ormes by Agathe & Adrien (CA-QC) Yes Person by Based on Kimberly (INT), Food by Michael Zandl (INT)
We look forward to welcoming you to our official reception with international guests. This year’s festival focuses on works from Catalonia, and the reception is being organised in collaboration with representatives from the Institut Ramon Llull and ICEC.
Performances: WIP The smallest things (CH) Naiade by Out of the blue (FR), N.Ormes by Agathe & Adrien (CA-QC) Yes Person by Based on Kimberly (INT), Food by Michael Zandl (INT)
8.8.2026
international session10.00 – 12.00 I festivalsite
The International Session is a platform for exchange, enrichment and encouragement. Four leading experts will present their organisations and offer valuable insights into international career and networking opportunities.
The International session is designed as a platform for exchange, enrichment, and encouragement, welcoming emerging and established artists as well as professionals of the performing arts, but specifically of the circus scene. Our goal is to create an inclusive environment that fosters meaningful dialogue and mutual learning. Panelists Gry Lambertsen Artistic Co-director of Dynamo Workspace (DK) Pauline Sarrazin Producer at Ay–Roop, Distribution & Production house, Festival, (FR) Mike Ribalta Head of Professionals Department, Fira Tarrega, (ES – CAT) Vincent Berhault Director Maison de Jonglages and Rencontres des jonglages, (FR) |
pitching session1.00 – 3.00 I festivalsite
During the pitching session we welcome 15 companies to present their ready to tour productions or projects which are still in the creation process.
Every company will pitch their creation during six minutes. |
Performances: WIP The smallest things (CH) Naiade by Out of the blue (FR), N.Ormes by Agathe & Adrien (CA-QC) Yes Person by Based on Kimberly (INT), Food by Michael Zandl (INT)
9.8.2026
panel on circus history
12.00 – 2.00 pm I festivalsite
The Circus History Panel offers a unique insight into the history of circus in Catalonia ! In a joint discussion, various participants will explore the parallels and differences in the development of contemporary circus.
Performances: Clam by Fémut (ES-CAT), Opa Fashion by Grind Art Club (SE), WIP Toupie by La Boule, WIP Shrouded by La Boule (DE)
Performances: Clam by Fémut (ES-CAT), Opa Fashion by Grind Art Club (SE), WIP Toupie by La Boule, WIP Shrouded by La Boule (DE)