Sacré Cirque — Cirque Imagine
The grand family circus show of the school holidays
About Sacré Cirque
Sacré Cirque is the flagship family show of Cirque Imagine, performed every school holiday period under the Grand Chapiteau in Vaulx-en-Velin. From October to April, around twenty international artists perform on the stage for two hours of wonder, blending aerial acrobatics, juggling, hand-to-hand, clowning, and fire acts. Created by artistic director Anastasiya Massot, this intergenerational show celebrates the authentic world of contemporary circus in a warm and participatory atmosphere.
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Sacré Cirque: The Magic of Circus for the Whole Family
Each season, Cirque Imagine unveils a new chapter of its family saga, Sacré Cirque. Under the permanent Grand Chapiteau located at Carré de Soie in Vaulx-en-Velin, near Lyon, this show offers two hours of captivating circus journey, punctuated by a friendly intermission. Designed to amaze all generations from age 2 upwards, Sacré Cirque brings together about twenty international artists, award-winners at major circus festivals, on stage.
A Renewed Program Each Season
The Sacré Cirque 3 edition (2025-2026 season) features new acts of aerial acrobatics, juggling, hand-to-hand, dance, and clowning. The staging, by artistic director Anastasiya Massot, co-founder of Cirque Imagine, combines technical prowess with theatrical narrative. The show is written like a true circus play, where each act is part of a coherent dramaturgy.
Exceptional Artists
The artists of Sacré Cirque come from all over the world: acrobats, trapeze artists, contortionists, jugglers, dancers, and clowns share the stage in a succession of spectacular scenes. The aerial acts, moments of grace suspended in the air, alternate with humorous sequences that involve the audience. No animals are featured in the show.
Cirque Imagine: A Unique Venue Near Lyon
Founded in 1999 by the Massot family, a dynasty of circus artists for six generations, Cirque Imagine has been permanently located at Carré de Soie since 2012. This 2,200 m² modular complex houses a permanent big top that can accommodate several hundred spectators. Since its establishment, Cirque Imagine has welcomed over 65,000 spectators per season, becoming one of the essential cultural venues in the Lyon metropolitan area.
A Contemporary Circus Without Animals
True to its philosophy of contemporary circus, Cirque Imagine focuses on human talent and artistic creativity. The shows blend circus tradition with stage innovation, in a festive and warm spirit that appeals to both children and adults. The proximity to the audience, the interactivity of the clown acts, and the quality of the performances make Sacré Cirque an excellent family outing.
Sacré Cirque — edition 2026
Sacré Cirque 3, the third season of the family show from Cirque Imagine, takes place during the All Saints' Day 2025, Winter, and Spring 2026 school holidays. On the program: new artists, surprising acts, and a warm atmosphere for 2 hours of modern circus.
Sacré Cirque 3 — 2025-2026 Season
The third edition of Sacré Cirque is performed during the All Saints' Day holidays (October 18 - November 2, 2025), the Winter holidays (February 7-22, 2026), and the Spring holidays (April 4-19, 2026). Under the artistic direction of Anastasiya Massot, about twenty international artists present an enchanting 2-hour show composed of acrobats, jugglers, aerial artists, dancers, and clowns.
The show features new acts blending spectacular aerial acrobatics, juggling, hand-to-hand, fire acts, magic, and participatory comic sequences. The entire performance is staged like a true circus play, where each scene tells a story.
Prices Sacré Cirque 2026
Practical information — Sacré Cirque
Practical Information
Access
By metro: Line A, stop "Vaulx-en-Velin La Soie" (5 minutes walk).
By tramway: Lines T3 and T7, stop "Vaulx-en-Velin La Soie".
By car: 15 minutes from Lyon city center. Free parking near the big top.
Prices
Adults: from 21 EUR. Children (3-12 years): from 17 EUR. Free for under 3s.
Times
Shows during school holidays (All Saints' Day, Winter, Spring). Performances at 2 PM. Duration: 2 hours with intermission.
Contact
Cirque Imagine
5 avenue des Canuts, 69120 Vaulx-en-Velin
Tel: 04 78 24 32 43
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Cirque Imagine — Grand Chapiteau
5 avenue des Canuts, 69120 Vaulx-en-Velin