Le Guiers fait son Cirque

8th Edition — Saint-Pierre-d'Entremont, May 29-30, 2026

For its eighth edition, the "Le Guiers fait son Cirque" festival continues its journey through the Guiers valley and will set up its tents in Saint-Pierre-d'Entremont, a commune on the border of Isère and Savoie at the foot of the Chartreuse massif. On May 29 and 30, 2026, the school, gymnasium, and outdoor spaces of the commune will host a rich and varied program of contemporary circus shows, street arts, and live music.

A Program Blending Poetry and Commitment

Eight professional companies are announced for this edition. Friday evening will open with Les Petits Riens by Tricoterie et Cie, followed by a dance performance, a folk music concert, and a light show by Cie la Route (En Lumière). On Saturday, a musical and circus procession will kick off the festivities at 10 am, followed by shows throughout the day: Vue d'ailleurs by Cirkaêtre (troupe of young Chartreuse circus artists), Le Petit Plumo by La Remueuse, Lustrina Circus by Compagnie Sifo, Contes Tziganes by Cie la Vagabonde, and 16 Mesures de Nœud by Cie Les Voleuses de Flaques.

Cirkaêtre: The Young Circus Artists of Chartreuse

This edition highlights Cirkaêtre, a troupe of about fifteen young artists aged 10 to 16 trained by Solfasirc, who will present Vue d'ailleurs, an original creation questioning conformity, individuality, and self-confidence through circus, theater, and music. The troupe has received the "Coup de Pouce Jeunes" award from CAF Isère and the second prize in the European "Pitch Your Project" competition.

Cabaret Evening and Camaraderie

On Saturday evening, the day will continue with a concert by Une Chanson Tonton (Du Rififi dans le Gramophone), a participatory choir, and a festive closing cabaret. As every year, introductory workshops in circus arts will be offered on Saturday morning for children and adults.

Program of the 8th Edition

Friday, May 29, 2026

• 7:00 PM — Les Petits Riens – Tricoterie et Cie
• 8:00 PM — Dance performance
• 8:45 PM — Folk music concert
• 9:45 PM — En Lumière – Cie la Route (light show)

Saturday, May 30, 2026

• 10:00 AM — Musical and circus procession (brass band and circus) + workshops
• 1:30 PM — Vue d'ailleurs – Cirkaêtre (troupe of young Chartreuse circus artists)
• 3:00 PM — Le Petit Plumo – La Remueuse
• 3:15 PM — Lustrina Circus – Compagnie Sifo
• 4:15 PM — Contes Tziganes – Cie la Vagabonde
• 5:30 PM — 16 Mesures de Nœud – Cie Les Voleuses de Flaques
• 6:30 PM — Du Rififi dans le Gramophone – Une Chanson Tonton
• Evening — Participatory choir and closing cabaret

Announced Highlights for the 2026 Edition

• 8 professional companies over two days
• Vue d'ailleurs (Cirkaêtre): creation by young Chartreuse circus artists on conformity and self-confidence
• Lustrina Circus (Cie Sifo): contemporary circus
• En Lumière (Cie la Route): nocturnal light show
• Contes Tziganes (Cie la Vagabonde): storytelling and music
• Circus procession through the streets of Saint-Pierre-d'Entremont
• Introductory workshops for children and adults
• Festive closing cabaret on Saturday evening

Practical Information

Location

The "Le Guiers fait son Cirque" festival is a traveling festival that changes host town each year in the Guiers valley, in the heart of the Chartreuse Regional Natural Park. Shows take place outdoors and in community halls. Previous editions have been held in Entre-deux-Guiers, Saint-Pierre-d'Entremont, Les Échelles, and Saint-Laurent-du-Pont.

Access

By car: Saint-Laurent-du-Pont is accessible from Grenoble (30 min) via the D520 towards Chambéry, and from Chambéry (40 min) via the D520 through Les Échelles. Free parking near the performance venues.

By public transport: Transisère bus line from Grenoble and Voiron. Consult the transisere.fr website for schedules.

Prices

The festival operates on the principle of free participation (pay-what-you-want) with suggested prices to support the artists and the festival's operation:

• Festival Pass: suggested price €15 adult / €10 child
• Per show: suggested price €7 or €12 for 2 shows
• Workshops: from €8 to €18 depending on the discipline and duration

Workshop registration is done online via the HelloAsso platform.

Food and Drink

A community-run refreshment stand and local food options are available at the festival site throughout the event. Brunches and convivial moments are organized on Saturdays.

Audience

The festival is open to all audiences, from toddlers to adults. Shows and workshops are adapted to different age groups. It is an event particularly suitable for families.

Contact

Association Solfasirc
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +33 6 75 91 15 95
Website: solfasirc.org

Accessibility

Outdoor performances are accessible to people with reduced mobility. For indoor performances, please inquire with the organization. The festival is committed to ensuring access to culture for all.