Contemporary circus in Balma, Haute-Garonne
L'Européenne des Cirques is a must-see event in the cultural life of Balma and the Haute-Garonne department, in Occitanie. Since its creation in 2004, this event has established itself as a benchmark for contemporary circus, attracting a loyal and curious audience each year.
Located in the heart of Balma, L'Européenne des Cirques takes advantage of the exceptional setting of the town and its heritage. The event fully participates in the tourist appeal of the Haute-Garonne department and highlights the cultural, natural, and human riches of the Occitanie region.
Each edition of L'Européenne des Cirques offers a varied program combining contemporary circus and conviviality. Visitors can enjoy numerous activities, discoveries, and moments of sharing that make this event so rich. The full program is announced each year on the event's official channels.
L'Européenne des Cirques is above all a moment of sharing and conviviality. Whether you are an informed amateur or simply curious, everyone will find something to satisfy their curiosity and have a pleasant time in Balma. The warm welcome from the organizers and volunteers makes each edition a memorable experience.
10th edition of L'Européenne de cirques, the major autumn event for international contemporary circus at La Grainerie (Balma) and in several venues across the Toulouse metropolitan area, from October 9 to 18, 2026.
The 10th edition of L'Européenne de cirques takes place in autumn 2026, mainly at La Grainerie, a factory for circus arts and itinerancy located in Balma (Haute-Garonne), as well as in several partner venues in the Toulouse metropolitan area (La Fabrique, ThéâtredelaCité, Place de la Libération in Balma, Théâtre Garonne).
A biennial festival, L'Européenne de cirques is organized in coordination with the Biennale internationale des arts vivants Toulouse Occitanie, a collective highlight of Toulouse's cultural venues, which runs from September 27 to October 18, 2026. The festival celebrates young creation and European and international contemporary circus companies, with a transdisciplinary approach combining circus, music, and encounters.
At the time of our editorial review (May 2026), the detailed program was still under development.
Balma (31340), Haute-Garonne.
Travel to Balma by road. Parking is available near the event site. Consult the official information for access details.
Price: from 1 € to 11 €.
For more information, consult the event's official website or contact the Balma town hall.
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La Grainerie, fabrique des arts du cirque et de l'itinérance
8 Allée de l'Appel du 18 Juin 1940, 31130 Balma, 31340 Balma