Circo Medrano 2026-2027 – Florence, Italy

• December 25, 2026
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• January 10, 2027
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What to expect

Circo Medrano is Il Circo Famoso nel Mondo, famous circus in world, with advertising announcing Medrano – Il Circo Famoso nel Mondo and introducing series of colorful movie-style posters designed by painter Renato Casaro which stressed Circo Medrano’s main feature its vast animal heritage historically. In 1972 Medrano seemed to Leonida Casartelli a perfect name for his circus Casartelli exploited same market as had Swobodas market where Medrano title had gained over years prestige and recognition. Casartelli family history with posters for Circo Medrano 1974, Circo Medrano in Israel 1985, Circo Casartelli in France 1997, poster for Circo Medrano in Greece 2019, poster for Circo Medrano in Florence 2019, facade Indimenticabile c 2015 and facade by night.

Nelson Mandela Forum is vibrant venue located near Florence Stadium renowned for versatility hosting wide array of events from thrilling sports competitions like basketball and volleyball to captivating concerts showcasing rich sporting culture of Florence, recently featuring indoor athletics track. Visitors can also explore exhibition dedicated to legacy of South African leader Nelson Mandela as they stroll through, with formal agreement with Nelson Mandela Foundation allowing use of name of South African former president.

Owned by City of Florence and managed since 2003 by Associazione Palasport – Nelson Mandela Forum arena operates as cultural heart of Florence, versatile indoor arena at Piazza Enrico Berlinguer 50137 Florence Italy, delivering memorable nights in Florence. From 22 to 29 September 2013 Forum hosted 2013 UCI Road World Championships, city recently paved all principal streets near Forum, Bellator MMA hosted two events Bellator 168 10 December 2016 and Bellator 188 9 December 2017 headlined by Italian fighter Alessio Sakara.

Event dates

Bold heading: Official Dates: 25 Dec 2026 – 10 Jan 2027

Bold heading: Historical Pattern: Circo Medrano in Florence traditionally during Christmas holidays with posters for Florence 2019, facade Indimenticabile, similar to Le Cirque Alis Il nuovo mondo at Nelson Mandela Forum Piazza Enrico Berlinguer.

Bold heading: Duration: Multi-day run across Christmas and New Year period with multiple shows per day.

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Venue & performance locations

Bold heading: Nelson Mandela Forum: Nelson Mandela Forum Piazza Enrico Berlinguer 50137 Florence Italy, vibrant venue near Florence Stadium, versatile indoor arena with formal agreement with Nelson Mandela Foundation, owned by City of Florence managed since 2003 by Associazione Palasport – Nelson Mandela Forum, featuring modern blue glass panels and stone columns entrance.

Bold heading: Arena History: Arena showcasing rich sporting culture, hosting basketball volleyball concerts, indoor athletics track, exhibition dedicated to legacy of Nelson Mandela, glass replica of Mandela’s cell at entrance inaugurated by Ndileka opening exhibition by host Massimo Gramigni closing year of activities started 14 February 2018 with images by photographer Massimo Sestini marking closing of Mandela Centenary programme.

Bold heading: Facilities: Arena with seating for thousands, suitable for circus with ring, lighting, sound, plus exhibition dedicated to legacy.

Bold heading: Location: Piazza Enrico Berlinguer Florence, near Florence Stadium, with bus lines 10 direction Settignano and 17 from Stazione S Maria Novella, proceeding beyond Piazza Alberti passing over railway overpass continuing straight Via Lungo l’Affrico after second traffic light keeping left turning second cross street left into Viale Cialdini leading to main entrance Mandela Forum Viale Paoli.

Full programme

Bold heading: Il Circo Famoso nel Mondo: Circo Medrano – Il Circo Famoso nel Mondo with colorful movie-style posters, featuring classical circus disciplines with modern production.

Bold heading: Christmas Programme: Christmas and New Year programme with multiple shows daily including matinee and evening performances.

Bold heading: Family Legacy: Casartelli family presenting Medrano with prestige and recognition, with vast animal heritage historically now evolving to contemporary circus without animals focus on acrobats.

Bold heading: Variety Acts: Expected variety of acrobats, jugglers, clowns, aerialists, showcasing international talent.

Featured productions & performers

Bold heading: Casartelli Family: Leonida Casartelli founder 1972 exploiting market where Medrano title gained prestige, with Casartelli family continuing tradition with posters 1974, Israel 1985, France 1997, Greece 2019, Florence 2019.

Bold heading: International Cast: International performers from various countries typical for Medrano, with acrobats, aerialists, jugglers.

Bold heading: Production Design: Colorful movie-style posters by Renato Casaro stressing main feature, facade Indimenticabile and facade by night creating magical entrance.

Shows & performances

Bold heading: Classical Circus: Classical circus disciplines with acrobatics, aerial acts, juggling, clowning, with modern lighting and sound in indoor arena.

Bold heading: Multiple Daily Shows: Multiple shows per day during holiday period allowing families to attend.

Bold heading: Special Holiday Shows: Special Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day shows.

Performance schedule

Bold heading: Daily Schedule: Daily schedule typically 3pm, 5:30pm and 9pm shows during holiday period, with special times for Christmas and New Year.

Bold heading: Duration: Show duration approximately 2 hours with intermission.

Bold heading: Matinee: Matinee performances for families with children.

Ticket types

Bold heading: Arena Seating: Nelson Mandela Forum seating with different sectors, with pricing based on proximity to ring.

Bold heading: Pricing in USD – Based on Previous Editions: Previous Circo Medrano Florence tickets previously EUR 15 to EUR 45 approximately USD 16 to USD 49 for standard seats, EUR 35 to EUR 65 approximately USD 38 to USD 70 for premium, EUR 50 to EUR 90 approximately USD 54 to USD 97 for VIP front rows and boxes. Children’s discounts typically available. Check official site https://medrano.it/ for 2027 pricing.

Bold heading: Family Packages: Family packages and group discounts typical.

Ticket release & booking

Bold heading: Official Booking: Booking via https://medrano.it/ and TicketOne platform such as event Le Cirque Alis Il nuovo mondo Nelson Mandela Forum source ticketone.it en event.

Bold heading: Advance Booking: Advance booking recommended for Christmas period as popular family event.

Bold heading: Contact: Phone +39 348 100 0702 Email infocircomedrano@gmail.com for bookings.

VIP & premium seating

Bold heading: Front Rows: Front rows near ring offering immersive experience with best view of acrobats.

Bold heading: Boxes: Boxes and tribune seating with elevated view of arena.

Bold heading: VIP Experience: VIP packages with premium seating and possible meet and greet.

Event rules

Bold heading: Arena Rules: Nelson Mandela Forum rules for indoor arena, with security checks, no outside food, respect for performers.

Bold heading: Family Friendly: Family friendly show suitable for all ages, with exhibition dedicated to legacy of Mandela accessible.

Bold heading: Photography: Photography rules typical for circus performances, with no flash.

How to get there

Bold heading: By Train: Stazione S Maria Novella to Mandela Forum autobus di linea n 10 direction Settignano and n 17, proceeding beyond Piazza Alberti passing over railway overpass continuing straight Via Lungo l’Affrico after second traffic light keeping left turning second cross street left into Viale Cialdini leading to main entrance Mandela Forum Viale Paoli.

Bold heading: By Air: Florence Airport FLR Peretola, then bus or tram to centre then bus 10 or 17 to Mandela Forum.

Bold heading: By Car: Driving to Nelson Mandela Forum Piazza Enrico Berlinguer with parking near Florence Stadium, with city paving principal streets near Forum for events.

Bold heading: By Bus: Bus lines 10 and 17 serving Mandela Forum area.

Public transport & parking

Bold heading: Bus Lines: Bus lines 10 direction Settignano and 17 from central Florence.

Bold heading: Parking: Parking at Nelson Mandela Forum area near Florence Stadium, with principal streets paved.

Bold heading: Walking: Walking from nearby areas via Viale Cialdini and Viale Paoli to main entrance.

Accommodation areas

Bold heading: Campo di Marte – Closest: Hotels near Nelson Mandela Forum in Campo di Marte area near Florence Stadium offer walking distance, prices previously USD 70 to USD 160 per night.

Bold heading: Central Florence: Hotels in central Florence near Duomo with bus connection via lines 10 and 17, prices previously USD 80 to USD 200 per night.

Bold heading: Budget Options: B&Bs in Florence offer USD 50 to USD 120 per night.

Bold heading: Luxury: Luxury hotels in Florence offer USD 150 to USD 400 per night.

Dining & refreshments

Bold heading: Arena Concessions: Concessions at Nelson Mandela Forum with snacks, popcorn, drinks typical for circus shows.

Bold heading: Florence Cuisine: Florence cuisine such as bistecca alla fiorentina, lampredotto, ribollita available in city after show.

Bold heading: Holiday Treats: Christmas period treats such as panettone and pandoro.

Accessibility

Bold heading: Arena Accessibility: Nelson Mandela Forum accessible venue with facilities for disabled, managed by Associazione Palasport, with exhibition dedicated to legacy accessible.

Bold heading: Public Transport Accessibility: Bus lines accessible, with flat entrance via Viale Cialdini.

Bold heading: Family Accessibility: Family friendly with facilities for children.

Best performances to attend

Bold heading: Christmas Day Show: Christmas Day show special festive atmosphere under Big Top style in indoor arena.

Bold heading: New Year’s Gala: New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day gala performances with special programme.

Bold heading: Evening Premium: Evening shows with full lighting and special effects in Nelson Mandela Forum arena.

Previous year’s highlights

Bold heading: 2019 Florence Poster: Poster for Circo Medrano in Florence 2019 showing continued tradition, with facade Indimenticabile c 2015 and facade by night creating magical entrance, with colorful movie-style posters by Renato Casaro.

Bold heading: International Tours: Circo Medrano in Israel 1985, France 1997, Greece 2019 showing international prestige.

Bold heading: Nelson Mandela Forum Legacy: Forum hosting 2013 UCI Road World Championships 22-29 September, Bellator MMA events 2016 and 2017 headlined by Alessio Sakara, concerts by Tedua, Hauser, Ligabue, Pooh, Eros Ramazzotti, plus Le Cirque Alis Il nuovo mondo at Forum.

Bold heading: Casartelli Legacy: Casartelli family history with Medrano title gaining prestige over years, with vast animal heritage evolving.

Official tickets

Bold heading: Official Website: https://medrano.it/

Bold heading: Contact: Phone +39 348 100 0702 Email infocircomedrano@gmail.com

Bold heading: Venue: Nelson Mandela Forum Piazza Enrico Berlinguer 50137 Florence Italy, Piazza Enrico Berlinguer address, with booking via TicketOne.

Bold heading: Pricing in USD: Based on previous editions standard USD 16 to USD 49, premium USD 38 to USD 70, VIP USD 54 to USD 97, family packages available. Check official site for 2027 official tickets.

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