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Circus festivals, competitions and conventions in Australia and around the world
Your stage is bigger than you think.
Compete, perform, learn from world-class artists and connect with circus people from all over Australia and beyond. Whether you are a seasoned performer or just starting out, there is an event for you.
- Aerial, acro, juggling and hoop competitions
- Festivals, conventions, workshops and masterclasses
- Tell us if you audition or compete, so we can support you and cheer you on
Why get involved
Compete, learn and be inspired
Compete
Competitions are one of the best places to get footage for your show reel. Challenge yourself to perform in front of your peers, get feedback from judges to help you improve, and meet loads of other artists. Try aerial competitions like Bend the Air and La Folie.
Learn from the best
Festivals and conventions like the Australian Partner Acro Convention are packed with workshops, masterclasses and shows led by world-class performers.
Get real feedback
Advice from industry professionals on your technique, your artistic voice and a career in circus.
Find your people
Connect with circus, aerial, acro, juggling and hoop artists from all over Australia and beyond.
Get ready
Preparing for a competition, festival or audition?
Book private lessons with a CircArts coach to build and polish your act. We help with choreography, music, technique, transitions and stage presence, and we can film your run-throughs for video entries and show reels.
CircArts on the big stage
Our students have done it, and so can you
- Aspiring Artists launching their own shows at Adelaide Fringe
- Acts at the International Youth Circus Festival in Lithuania
- Placings at the Australian Circus Festival and Miss Lyra Australia
- Two Guinness World Records set by alumna Charli Meath in our studio
- Alumni performing with Circus Royale, Eronis Circus, CIRCA and Trash Test Dummies
Australia
Australian circus competitions, conventions and festivals
Tap an event to visit its website and find out how to register.
International
International circus competitions and festivals
Dream big. These are some of the world's most famous circus festivals and auditions.
This list may not be complete, and there may be other events that are not included here. Always do your own research to find the events that suit your interests and needs.
Going for it? Tell us!
Let us know if you audition or compete, so we can help you prepare and cheer you on.
Questions? Call 0420 211 844 or text 0489 082 643.
CircArts Geelong · Warehouse 33, 33/8 Lewalan Street, Grovedale VIC 3216