2027 FESTIVAL SHOWS & EVENTS
Get ready for a weekend of circus magic! The festival features live shows and events with professional circus artists from a wide range of backgrounds and disciplines, a circus movie night, and a vibrant LED circus flow jam where artists and community members can spin, glow, and create together. You can also join for talks and fun at a playful charity fundraiser with audience participation—because at this festival, the audience gets to be part of the show too.
2026 Aerial Artistry Showcase - REGISTRATION OPENING SOON
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Opening Show:
CIRCUS CREATIOn Stage
presented by Artists
A curated performance opportunity for circus artists of all disciplines to test new acts, explore creative ideas, and share works in progress with a live audience. An opportunity to experiment, gauge audience response, and bring new artistic concepts to life in a professional theatre setting at LabO Theatre.
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Apply Now: Submit your application by December 13, 2027 to be considered.
Friday, April 23, 2027
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LabO Theatre, Arts Court
10 Daly Ave, Ottawa ON
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Circus gameshow
for charity
WIN GREAT PRIZES
Step right up for a night of circus chaos, ridiculous challenges, and fun - all in support of a great cause.
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At Who's Prop is it Anyway, the audience becomes the show. Volunteers from the crowd will transform into outrageous circus characters, compete in hilarious games, and improvise their way through mystery prop challenges. Come cheer, play, and help us raise funds while celebrating the joy of circus and community.
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💛 Ticket sales support charity
🎟 Prizes from local businesses
🎪 Wear something circus-themed for a chance to win a prize!
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Zero pressure. Maximum fun. Recommended for ages 19+
DATe & Time For 2027
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LabO Theatre, Arts Court
10 Daly Ave, Ottawa ON
Aerial Artistry Showcase
Come experience the excitement of the Aerial Artistry Showcase, watch talented aerialists from ages 6 years+ take the theatre stage to perform and compete across three streams. An inspiring celebration of circus aerial artistry, creativity, and skill.
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Whether you’re a circus fan, supporting a performer, or just looking for unique entertainment, this showcase highlights the incredible talent within the aerial circus community.
Saturday, april 24, 2027
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​LabO Theatre, Arts Court
10 Daly Ave, Ottawa ON
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CIRCUS LED FLOW Jam
with Live music
Join us for a glowing night of creativity, music and dance.
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Bring your flow toys, LED props, circus skills, or simply come watch and enjoy as the space transforms into a vibrant playground of light, music, and movement. This open jam invites artists, performers, and curious newcomers alike to share, collaborate, and create together.
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Come spin, flow, connect, and light up the night with us.
Ages 18+
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Arts Court
10 Daly Ave, Ottawa ON
Capital CaRrousel
Festival Showcase
Capital Carousel/Carrousel de la Capitale, a spectacular circus showcase featuring professional aerial artists, juggling, hand balancing and hoop diving acrobats.
Watch as performers soar high above the stage, juggle with mesmerizing precision, balance with extraordinary control, and launch themselves through hoops in daring displays of athleticism.
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Celebrate the magic of circus as these incredible artists push the limits of strength, coordination, and creativity. Whether you’re a lifelong circus lover or experiencing the magic for the first time, join us for a celebration of creativity, artistry, and the captivating spirit of circus.
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Everyone welcome.
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MEET THE ARTISTS
Sunday, april 25, 2027
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LabO Theatre, Arts Court
10 Daly Ave, Ottawa ON