Castlefest is the Fantasy festival of the Netherlands. Enter a different world at this unique festival! The organisers say: ‘A fest for young and old, where, as soon as you enter the gates, you find yourself in the Other World. Castlefest is a total experience with lots of music, fantasy writers, themed catering, medieval crafts […] » read more
at.tension is an interdisciplinary theatre festival set across 100 hectares in Lärz, Germany. The organisers say: ‘..a unique location and extraordinary stage for a theatre festival, with its former aeroplane hangars and a landing strip, various circus tents..’ Learn more about at.tension Theatre Festival!
Polifonic offers the best in electronic music whilst promoting diversity, internationality and positive communities in Italy. The festival organisers say: ‘Polifonic is the place where sounds come to life blending in harmony with the territory and giving shape to multiple sensory textures. We promote diversity, internationality and positive communities. It is a Made in Italy […] » read more
Lost Village is an intimate festival which takes place in an abandoned forest – let your curiosity run free! The organisers say: ‘As you navigate through a network of winding pathways; derelict houses, overgrown courtyards, dilapidated streets and an abandoned airport all lie ahead. Once a year we head back into the woods…’ Learn more […] » read more
The Island Festival is a festival and at the same time a pretty expensive holiday with 700 other people on a Croatian island. The organisers say: ‘An eclectic hotbed of sounds and spinners. If you sail from Sibenik out to the sea suddenly the Island of Obonjan appears out of nothing. A unique island, a pearl in […] » read more
Waking Life is a not-for-profit participatory community festival promoting cultural, counter-cultural and agricultural initiatives in Portugal. Discover techno, experimental and electronic music in the sun! The organisers say: ‘Waking Life sprouted from a common dream of a group of friends to build a community, in a sunny spot on the globe, to plant ideas […] » read more
Kolorádó is a unique festival – a no signal place in nature! Switch off and enjoy. The festival organisers say: ‘A beautiful, green and free festival at the border between Budapest and nature, in the shelter of the Buda hills. Surrounded by a forest where everything is a little different: somehow the world works better.’ […] » read more
HowTheLightGetsIn is set in the famous book town of Hay-0n-Wye at the edge of the Black Mountains in Wales. A magical place to share ideas and let your imagination flourish! The organisers say: ‘There is no other place on the planet where you can party and dance late into the night, fill your days with […] » read more
Leeds Juggling Convention is a one-day event of circus workshops and games, ending with an evening gala show of local, regional and national artists! The organisers say: ‘The convention is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills, make new friends and share skills and knowledge.’ Learn more about Leeds Juggling Convention!
FLY HIGH Convention is an annual acrobatic and aerial convention in Norwich, England. Join this weekend for circus enthusiasts of all levels for intensive training, sharing, laughs and fun! The organisers say: ‘Try a new discipline for the first time, get some top tips from high quality coaches, meet like-minded people from all over the […] » read more
The European Juggling Convention is the largest juggling meeting in the world! Everyone is welcome with plenty on offer for jugglers and circus enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. The organisers say: ‘Each year, the meeting is held in a different European city, so its itinerant nature gives it an aura of pilgrimage among the […] » read more
Salzburger Jonglierconvention comes from a non-profit organisation of artists and circus fans from Salzburg and the surrounding area. The organisers say: ‘The four days of the convention are well filled with many workshops, fire jam, gala show, open stage and other surprises. ‘ Learn more about Salzburger Jonglierconvention!
Artemisia Fire Gathering is a place for fire performers and flow artists to come together to learn, share and grow. This is a playground to play with fire! The organisers say: ‘Our goal is to unite the energies of the growing fire and flow arts community and channel them in one beautiful event. ‘We provide […] » read more
Florianer Nice Jonglierfestival is an annual juggling festival in St Florian, Austria. The organisers say: ‘The NICE Convention 2017 was the largest juggling festival in Austria. We are very proud of this.’ Learn more about Florianer Nice Jonglierfestival!
Lestival XIII is Leicester’s one-day juggling festival in the UK. The organisers say: ‘..the usual selection of cavernous practice space, workshops, traders and a show.’ Learn more about Lestival XIII!
Festival Cirkul’art uses contemporary theatre and modern circus to entertain and inspire. A unique event in Slovakia! The organisers say: ‘As one of the newest stage art genres Cirkul’art has become a modern phenomenon that integrates and reflects contemporary means of expression. This new circus is characterised by a narrative story-telling – using circus techniques […] » read more
The International Storytelling Festival is Europe’s largest and Austria’s only festival of storytelling arts. This is the festival’s 35th year with events across three states – Styria, Vienna and Lower Austria. The organisers say: ‘Our festival has always been about telling stories, and in all the years of multiplication, expansion and the resulting constant change, […] » read more
Chimères Festival is a place for diverse and creative storytellers sharing traditional to modern tales. Suitable for curious adults and children alike! The organisers say: ‘It’s the oldest art: long before the internet, television, cinema, even theater, storytelling was there! By voice, with the most extreme simplicity, the tale narrated, touched, soothed the spirits and rocked […] » read more
The Scottish International Storytelling Festival is an annual celebration of storytelling and cultural diversity taking place every October. Join the largest event of its kind in the world! The organisers say: ‘Imagine something different. Imagine pasts, futures, or a timeless other. Dip into dreams and desires, old and new, lost worlds and worlds still to […] » read more
Orkney Storytelling Festival celebrates the islands of Orkney, Scotland, through tales about their history and heritage. Join events in various locations across Orkney to take part in this celebration of folklore and friendship. The organisers say: ‘Now, in the 21st Century, we have hundreds of different leisure activities to amuse and distract us. Storytelling still […] » read more