Festi'Val des Couleurs du Cirque
The traditional circus festival in Vaucouleurs in Meuse
About Couleurs du Cirque
The Festi'Val des Couleurs du Cirque is a traditional circus festival that takes place every year at the end of May in Vaucouleurs, the town of Jehanne d'Arc in the Meuse region. Organized for over fifteen years by the Tourist Office, this five-day event offers shows under the big top, introductory workshops to circus arts, parades in town with a brass band, a dinner show, and an exchange fair.
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The circus comes to Vaucouleurs
Each year, the historic town of Vaucouleurs, known as the starting point for Jehanne d'Arc's journey to Chinon, is adorned with the colors of the circus for five days. The Festi'Val des Couleurs du Cirque is a unique event in the Meuse region that celebrates traditional circus in all its splendor: acrobatics, juggling, clowning, aerial acts, and animal training.
A five-day program
Introductory workshops
In partnership with the region's schools, the festival offers introductory workshops to circus arts for students. Led by professionals, children discover juggling, balance, acrobatics, and fundamental circus techniques.
Shows under the big top
The heart of the festival lies in the circus shows under the big top, presented on the weekend. Various acts combining physical prowess, humor, and poetry are offered by professional artists, including some from the prestigious Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione.
The big parade in town
On Saturday morning, a grand parade crosses the streets of Vaucouleurs with a brass band, costumed artists, floats, and animals, creating a festive and colorful atmosphere throughout the town.
Dinner show
On Saturday evening, a dinner show with table service and drinks included offers a complete gastronomic and artistic experience under the big top. Reservation required.
Exchange fair
On Sunday morning, an exchange fair for equipment, models, programs, and circus-related souvenirs brings together collectors and enthusiasts.
Renowned artists
Over the years, the festival has hosted personalities from the circus world, including Sergio, master of ceremonies at Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione, Regina Bouglione, and Gregory Bellini. These prestigious presences attest to the seriousness and quality of the event.
Vaucouleurs, a town of history and festivities
Vaucouleurs, a small fortified town in the Meuse valley, is known worldwide as the town from which Jehanne d'Arc departed in 1429. The festival is part of the festive tradition of this town that knows how to welcome and celebrate.
Couleurs du Cirque — edition 2026
New edition of the Festi'Val des Couleurs du Cirque. Circus shows, workshops, parade, and dinner show in Vaucouleurs in Meuse.
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Access
Vaucouleurs is located in the southwest of the Meuse department, 25 km from Commercy and 50 km from Bar-le-Duc.
- By car: From Commercy, follow the D964 then D960 towards Vaucouleurs (approx. 25 minutes). From Nancy, take the A31 then D674 towards Toul and Vaucouleurs.
- By train: Commercy station is 25 km away, then local connection.
Location
Big top set up in Vaucouleurs (55140). Parade in the town streets.
Prices
Shows under the big top and dinner show are ticketed (by reservation). Parade is free.
Booking
Reservation required for the dinner show.
Contact
Office de Tourisme de Vaucouleurs
Phone: 03 29 89 51 82
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Chapiteau de Vaucouleurs
Vaucouleurs, 55140 Vaucouleurs