International Circus Festival 2027 – Latina, Italy

What to expect

International Circus Festival of Italy is only event of its type to take place in Italy, and which occupies significant place on world level in circus arts panorama. Aim of event is to help attract attention of wider public towards Circus and its many disciplines. Disciplines showcased at Festival are mainly classical Circus tradition, although great attention to innovation.

Festival of Italy is about to start with press conference announcing names of performers and additional events for edition in foyer of Big Top in Via Rossetti, Latina. The International Technical Jury is composed of owners or representatives of most important Circuses or Circus Academies, plus Circus Stars present on International Technical Jury that decides winners of Latina d’Oro as well as in Circus Expo.

Performers divided into two groups, called Show A and Show B, two separate shows which alternate in circus ring. During judged shows International Technical Jury selects numbers that will take part in final of edition. The ticket office for all shows of International Circus Festival of Italy is officially opened with best places secured immediately without queueing at Festival ticket office.

Event dates

Bold heading: Official Dates: October 2027 (Dates TBD)

Bold heading: Historical Pattern: Previous editions: Latina, October 12-16 2023 for 24th edition, October 13-17 for 18th edition 2016, 13th to 17th October Hungarian presence edition, 23rd edition poster with 12 nations represented in 24 numbers competing, 25th edition and 26th edition with gala final. Debut show typically Thursday at 9pm in Via Rossetti Latina with 7 complete shows schedule.

Bold heading: Duration: Multi-day festival with Show A and Show B alternating, plus final gala and additional events.

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Venue & performance locations

Bold heading: Big Top Via Rossetti: Festival takes place under Big Top in Via Rossetti, Latina, with foyer of Big Top hosting press conference, Circus-Themed Literary Café, Visual Arts display related to Circus, Circus Expo in foyer area, and talk and meeting regarding health and wellbeing of travelling entertainers.

Bold heading: City of Latina: Latina city centre hosting Grand Parade in centre of Latina as additional event, with City of Latina partnership.

Bold heading: Historic Significance: International Circus Festival – City of Latina seeking to develop cooperative schemes of reciprocal benefit with other events and exponents of clear reputation within various artistic contexts, to contribute to cultural development by forging ties between world of Circus and other forms of performance, eliminating barriers between various forms of arts.

Bold heading: Foyer Events: Foyer of Festival hosts multiple side events including Literary Café, Visual Arts, Circus Expo.

Full programme

Bold heading: Show A and Show B: Performers divided into two groups Show A and Show B two separate shows which alternate in circus ring, during judged shows International Technical Jury selects numbers for final.

Bold heading: 7 Complete Shows: Events schedule includes 7 complete shows with debut show Thursday at 9pm in Via Rossetti, plus additional judged shows and final gala.

Bold heading: Additional Events: Additional events include Grand Parade in centre of Latina, Circus-Themed Literary Café on Friday at 6pm in foyer conducted by journalist Dina Tomezzoli, talk and meeting regarding health and wellbeing of travelling entertainers on Monday at 5pm in foyer, display of Visual Arts related to Circus during entire period, Circus Expo in foyer area.

Bold heading: Special Projects: Project Young performers and Intercultural activities, Festival in capacity as crossroads for young performers, including activities organized by Migrantes offering artists travelling to Latina from all over world opportunity for pastoral care of ecumenical nature, on Wednesday before Festival opportunity for performers to travel up to Rome to attend Papal Audience in Vatican City.

Bold heading: Partnerships: Partnership with CHIMELONG CIRCUS and other circuses, further patronages conceded.

Featured productions & performers

Bold heading: 12 Nations 24 Numbers: Japan, Ukraine, Colombia, Italy, Spain, Finland, Chile, Armenia, Portugal, Hungary, Argentina and Cuba are 12 nations represented in 24 numbers competing at edition, with diverse disciplines.

Bold heading: Hungarian Presence: Hungarian circus arts represented by four productions with Hungarian and Ukrainian dancers performing in opening acts, three outstanding artists and more in other years, showing excitement for Hungarian fans.

Bold heading: Sample Acts: Jonathan Rossi Italy Street-Trial BMX, Flying Martini Italy Flying Trapeze, Alessandro and Erika Togni Italy Horses, Skating Tribertis Italy Acrobatic Skating, plus Royal Circus of Gia Eradze Russia Gighitti Jigitovka, silks, Troupe Filinov Russia Russian swing, Ruby Merzari competing performer.

Bold heading: Prestigious Jury: Circus Stars present on International Technical Jury deciding winners Latina d’Oro, composed of owners or representatives of most important Circuses or Circus Academies.

Bold heading: Awards: Latina d’Oro, Latina d’Argento, Latina di Bronzo awards, with Audience Award at Sunday gala in some festival models.

Shows & performances

Bold heading: Classical Tradition: Disciplines mainly classical Circus tradition, including magic, swing acrobatics, aerial acts, arm wrestling, chair balancing, horse acts, flying trapeze, BMX street trial, acrobatic skating, silks, Russian swing, Jigitovka.

Bold heading: Two Show Format: Show A and Show B alternating in circus ring, allowing audiences to see different sets of performers, with judged shows selecting finalists.

Bold heading: Final Gala: Gala final Festival Internacional de Circo de Italia with award ceremony for Latina d’Oro.

Bold heading: Cultural Integration: Circus-Themed Literary Café, Visual Arts display, Circus Expo showcasing circus culture.

Performance schedule

Bold heading: Debut Show: Debut show Thursday at 9pm in Via Rossetti Latina typical, with 7 complete shows schedule including evening shows.

Bold heading: Judged Shows: Judged shows where International Technical Jury selects numbers for final.

Bold heading: Additional Schedule: Grand Parade in centre, Literary Café Friday 6pm foyer, health and wellbeing talk Monday 5pm foyer, Visual Arts display entire period.

Bold heading: Papal Audience Trip: Wednesday before Festival opportunity for performers to travel to Rome for Papal Audience in Vatican City.

Ticket types

Bold heading: Ticket Office: Ticket office for all shows officially opened, best places secured immediately without queueing at Festival ticket office.

Bold heading: Show A and B Tickets: Separate tickets for Show A and Show B, plus final gala tickets.

Bold heading: Pricing in USD – Based on Previous Editions: Previous editions tickets previously EUR 15 to EUR 45 approximately USD 16 to USD 49 for regular shows, EUR 30 to EUR 60 approximately USD 32 to USD 65 for final gala, with premium seats higher. Check official site for 2027 pricing. Free performances in some international circus festivals elsewhere, but Latina main shows ticketed.

Bold heading: Booking: Booking via official website https://festivalcircoitalia.com/ and ticket office.

Ticket release & booking

Bold heading: Advance Booking: Best places secured immediately without queueing at Festival ticket office, advance booking recommended via website.

Bold heading: Press Conference Announcement: Names of performers and additional events announced at press conference in foyer of Big Top.

Bold heading: On-Site Purchase: Ticket office at Big Top Via Rossetti for on-site purchase.

VIP & premium seating

Bold heading: Premium Places: Best places secured immediately, with premium seating in Big Top for optimal view of ring.

Bold heading: Jury Seating: International Technical Jury and Circus Stars seating area.

Bold heading: Foyer Access: Access to foyer events Visual Arts Circus Expo included.

Event rules

Bold heading: Cultural Respect: Festival aims to eliminate barriers between various forms of arts, forging ties between Circus and other forms of performance, seeking to develop cooperative schemes.

Bold heading: Pastoral Care: Activities organized by Migrantes offering pastoral care of ecumenical nature for artists travelling from all over world.

Bold heading: Photography: Visual Arts display related to Circus allowed, with rules for photography during shows typical.

Bold heading: Ticket Office Rules: Queueing avoided via advance booking, with official ticket office handling all shows.

How to get there

Bold heading: By Air: Rome Fiumicino FCO and Ciampino CIA airports closest, then train or bus to Latina.

Bold heading: By Train: Latina railway station with connections from Rome, Naples, then bus or taxi to Via Rossetti.

Bold heading: By Car: Driving to Latina Via Rossetti with parking near Big Top, with Grand Parade in centre causing temporary road closures.

Bold heading: By Bus: Intercity buses from Rome to Latina, plus local buses to Via Rossetti.

Public transport & parking

Bold heading: Local Buses: Local buses in Latina serving Via Rossetti and city centre for Grand Parade.

Bold heading: Parking: Parking near Big Top Via Rossetti, with additional parking for Grand Parade in centre.

Bold heading: Walking: Big Top and city centre walkable, with foyer easily accessible.

Accommodation areas

Bold heading: Via Rossetti – Closest: Hotels near Big Top Via Rossetti offer walking distance to shows, prices previously USD 60 to USD 140 per night.

Bold heading: Latina Centre: Hotels in Latina centre near Grand Parade route, prices previously USD 55 to USD 130 per night.

Bold heading: Rome Access: For Papal Audience trip, hotels in Rome for Wednesday before Festival, but Latina base recommended.

Bold heading: Budget Options: B&Bs in Latina offer USD 40 to USD 90 per night.

Bold heading: Luxury: Luxury hotels near Latina coast offer USD 100 to USD 250 per night.

Dining & refreshments

Bold heading: Foyer Refreshments: Refreshments in foyer area of Big Top during Circus Expo and Visual Arts display.

Bold heading: Latina Cuisine: Latina local cuisine with Italian dishes, plus coastal seafood.

Bold heading: Grand Parade Food: Food stalls during Grand Parade in centre of Latina.

Accessibility

Bold heading: Big Top Accessibility: Big Top accessible with facilities for travelling entertainers health and wellbeing talk addressing needs.

Bold heading: City Accessibility: Latina city centre accessible for parade and events.

Bold heading: Inclusive Mission: Festival represents home for each and every one of us as per Fabio Montico Cultural Association welcome.

Best performances to attend

Bold heading: Show A vs Show B: Both Show A and Show B offer different 12 nations 24 numbers, best to attend both to see complete competition.

Bold heading: Final Gala: Gala final with winners of Latina d’Oro d’Argento di Bronzo most prestigious.

Bold heading: Grand Parade: Grand Parade in centre of Latina showcasing performers.

Bold heading: Hungarian and International Highlights: Hungarian productions with four productions and opening dancers, plus acts like Flying Martini flying trapeze and Togni horses.

Previous year’s highlights

Bold heading: Recent Editions: 24th edition Latina October 12-16 2023, 23rd edition poster with 12 nations Japan Ukraine Colombia Italy Spain Finland Chile Armenia Portugal Hungary Argentina Cuba 24 numbers, 18th edition 2016 with Show A and Show B Royal Circus of Gia Eradze Gighitti Jigitovka silks Troupe Filinov Russian swing, 25th edition ticket office opening Ruby Merzari competing performer, Hungarian presence edition 13th to 17th October with four productions.

Bold heading: Special Projects: Young performers and Intercultural activities, Migrantes pastoral care, Papal Audience trip to Rome, Literary Café with Dina Tomezzoli, health and wellbeing talk, Visual Arts display, Circus Expo, partnership with Chimelong Circus.

Bold heading: Awards Legacy: Latina d’Oro prestigious award deciding by International Technical Jury of owners representatives of most important Circuses.

Official tickets

Bold heading: Official Website: https://festivalcircoitalia.com/

Bold heading: Contact: Phone +39 379 197 6245, Email info@festivalcircoitalia.com

Bold heading: Ticket Office: Ticket office for all shows officially opened, best places secured immediately without queueing, via website and Big Top Via Rossetti foyer.

Bold heading: Pricing in USD: Based on previous editions regular shows USD 16 to USD 49, final gala USD 32 to USD 65, premium seats higher. Check official site for 2027 official tickets.

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