National Circus Festival

The National Circus Festival is a world-renowned three-day family multi-arts festival.

Presented biennially by Spaghetti Circus from their home at the Mullumbimby Showground, the National Circus Festival provides a vital place-based incubator of new and emerging work for the National Circus Industry.

On offer is a world-class arts program including; contemporary circus, physical theatre, music, comedy, dance, cabaret and a unique program of art-making spaces and inspiring workshops that the whole family can join in and enjoy.

The National Circus Festival is built on the raw passion and ethos of the circus community that hosts it. It provides an inclusive, safe and inviting space for connection, slowing down, and indulging the imagination with the whole family away from screens and busy lives.

Camping is a great option. If you’re visiting from interstate or planning an arty ‘stay-cation’ camping at the National Circus Festival is an affordable way to have a unique holiday full of adventure, creativity and down-to-earth opportunities for learning new skills and making new friends. The campgrounds are shady and grassy, with full amenities and conveniently located right next to the festival site.