What a circus!

27 January 2026

 

 

UP Festival

Visitors to the UP FESTIVAL can choose from a wonderful selection of shows by the new generation of Belgian and international circus artists. Spectacular, intimate, revolutionary, poetic... the choice is yours! 

Every other year
March - More information 

HOPLA !

From the Mont des Arts to the Théâtre de Verdure in Osseghem Park, the HOPLA! festival creates links between the circus and the city every year. Young and old alike are in for a treat, as they come across acrobats who are often funky, performances that are sometimes monumental, and tightrope walkers who lack neither talent nor humour.
Late April -  Early May -  More information 

EXIT

Contemporary circus is thriving in Brussels, and the capital is home to many renowned circus arts schools. Capitalising on this, Les Halles offers a wonderful platform for new generations of circus artists. With EXIT, each student has eight minutes to present their act and a glimpse into their world. The performances are a showcase of virtuosity, energy and daring, and speak volumes about the aspirations of tomorrow's circus arts and artists.

Every June – More information

Visueel Festival Visuel

Two cultural centres, the GC de Kroon and Archipel 19, combine their talents for a free festival that transcends languages. There are no words here, but a lot of antics, acrobatics - on water and in the air - and amazing performances! Between circus arts, dance and funny or poetic performances, Visueel Festival Visuel appeals to all our senses, amazing us in the process.

June - More information 

Fêtes Romanes

Juggling, urban theatre, acrobatics and other street art performances will be taking over Woluwe Saint-Lambert for the weekend. With a programme combining technical performance, entertainment and social issues, Fêtes Romanes is also a barometer of community life in the commune. The result is a joyous and resolutely sustainable event for the whole family. 

End of September – More information 

HP (previously Hors-Pistes)

Mimes, activities, magic, acrobatics... it's not for nothing that "Hors Pistes" literally means off the beaten track! From 2024 onwards, HP will be trying out a new concept, taking an interdisciplinary approach and opening up to dance, performance and music. For a month, this biennial festival will unleash the creativity of the circus arts in a dozen or so venues. A genuine treasure hunt across Brussels!

 

In November and December, every other year – More information