L'Européenne des Cirques
Contemporary circus in Balma, Haute-Garonne
2026
About L'Européenne des Cirques
L'Européenne des Cirques — edition 2026
L'Européenne de cirques returns from October 9 to 18, 2026, as the major autumn event for international contemporary circus at La Grainerie (Balma) and various locations throughout Haute-Garonne. The program features nine shows from European companies, including Ángela by Silvia Capell, Ákri by Manel Rosés, and Ghetto by Cie Dissociée.
L'Européenne de cirques 2026, October 9–18
The 2026 edition of L'Européenne de cirques takes place in Balma, primarily at La Grainerie, as well as at several partner venues across the Toulouse metropolitan area and Haute-Garonne: Le Kiwi (Ramonville), L'Escale (Tournefeuille), Parc de Vidailhan (Balma), and Place du Pilat - La Fabrique CIAM (Saint-Gaudens). It is organized in coordination with the Biennale internationale des arts vivants Toulouse Occitanie, running from September 27 to October 18, 2026.
Nine shows are scheduled, featuring European and international contemporary circus companies: Silvia Capell, Cirque Pardi!, La Côte Folle, Manel Rosés, Compagnie de cirque « eia », Below Zero, Cie Kankarro, Coletivo Instrumento de Ver, and Cie Dissociée.
Highlights L'Européenne des Cirques 2026
- Ángela, by Silvia Capell — Chinese pole, balancing, and text, October 8–10 at La Grainerie
- Bleu électrique, by Cirque Pardi! — cinematic circus-theater with free admission, Place du Pilat (Saint-Gaudens)
- Ákri, by Manel Rosés — Catalan circus exploring the concept of limits, October 10 at La Grainerie
- Secrets, by Compagnie de cirque « eia » — three dates at Le Kiwi (Ramonville) and L'Escale (Tournefeuille)
- In praise of shadows, by Below Zero (Sweden) — October 15 at La Grainerie
- Ghetto, by Cie Dissociée — closing performance on October 17 at La Grainerie
Programme L'Européenne des Cirques 2026
Thursday, October 8, 2026
- 8:00 PM — Ángela · Silvia Capell · La Grainerie (ages 10+, 20/15/10 €)
Friday, October 9, 2026
- 8:00 PM — Ángela · Silvia Capell · La Grainerie (ages 10+, 20/15/10 €)
Saturday, October 10, 2026
- 5:00 PM — Bleu électrique · Cirque Pardi! · Place du Pilat, La Fabrique - CIAM (Saint-Gaudens) — free admission, ages 8+, 1h10
- 5:30 PM — Parmi les vaches · La Côte Folle · La Grainerie (ages 5+, 20/15/10 €)
- 7:00 PM — Ákri · Manel Rosés · La Grainerie (ages 5+, 20/15/10 €)
- 8:30 PM — Ángela · Silvia Capell · La Grainerie (ages 10+, 20/15/10 €)
Sunday, October 11, 2026
- 5:00 PM — Bleu électrique · Cirque Pardi! · Place du Pilat, La Fabrique - CIAM (Saint-Gaudens) — free admission, ages 8+, 1h10
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
- 8:00 PM — Secrets · Compagnie de cirque « eia » · Le Kiwi (Ramonville) — ages 6+, 14/8/5 €
Thursday, October 15, 2026
- 12:45 PM — Bleu électrique · Cirque Pardi! · CIAM - La Fabrique (Saint-Gaudens) — ages 8+, 1h10
- 8:00 PM — In praise of shadows · Below Zero · La Grainerie (ages 7+, 20/15/10 €)
Friday, October 16, 2026
- 8:30 PM — Secrets · Compagnie de cirque « eia » · L'Escale (Tournefeuille) — ages 6+, 16/12 €
Saturday, October 17, 2026
- 5:30 PM — Kankarro · Cie Kankarro · Parc de Vidailhan (Balma) — ages 8+
- 7:00 PM — Échappée belle · Coletivo Instrumento de Ver · La Grainerie (ages 8+, 20/15/10 €)
- 8:30 PM — Secrets · Compagnie de cirque « eia » · L'Escale (Tournefeuille) — ages 6+, 16/12 €
- 8:30 PM — Ghetto · Cie Dissociée · La Grainerie (ages 10+, 15/10/8 €)
Program published by La Grainerie on their official website (2026/27 season "Program" page, accessed August 19, 2026). The 2026 edition runs from October 9 to 18, 2026, in coordination with the Biennale internationale des arts vivants Toulouse Occitanie (September 27 — October 18, 2026); the show Ángela, performed starting October 8 at La Grainerie, kicks off the festivities.
Prices L'Européenne des Cirques 2026
Practical information — L'Européenne des Cirques
Practical information
Location
Balma (31340), Haute-Garonne.
Access
Travel to Balma by road. Parking is available near the event site. Consult the official information for access details.
Prices
Price: from 1 € to 11 €.
Contact
For more information, consult the event's official website or contact the Balma town hall.
L'Européenne des Cirques in Balma
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.
An event rooted in its territory
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.
Program and activities
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.
A friendly gathering
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.
Where does it take place — L'Européenne des Cirques
L'Européenne des Cirques in brief
History of L'Européenne des Cirques
Edition 2025 Jul 2025Other festivals near Balma
Festival-goer reviews
No review yet. Be the first!
No rating yet — be the first!
Were you there?
Share your experience with the community
Have you spotted an error or missing information?
Help us keep this listing up to date. Every suggestion is reviewed by our team before publication.
Festival-goer photos
No photo yet. Share yours!
5 photos max, 5 MB per photo (JPG, PNG, WebP)