International Circus Festival of Monte Carlo

The Festival International du Cirque de Monte-Carlo is a popular annual event in Fontvieille, Monaco. Families flock to watch the circus festival, which features talented acrobatics and horse displays, at the Chapiteau de l’Espace.

The organisers of the 48th edition promise “an exceptional event featuring unique performances” from around the world, under the world’s most prestigious circus big top! There will be a lot of new performers this year. You can view the 2026 line-up in this video:

History of the Monte Carlo Circus

The Festival was created in 1974 by Prince Albert’s father, Prince Rainier III of Monaco, who was passionate about the circus. His mission was to help and support the traditional circus and the circus families.

In 2005, his daughter Princess Stéphanie became the President of the largest circus festival in the world. And in 2012, together with her daughter Pauline Ducruet, she created a Festival for young performers called New Generation (which will this year celebrate its 13th edition).

Circus Tickets

• Tickets are free for children under 5, sitting on their parents’ laps.
• There are also half-price tickets for 5-12 year old for certain categories and dates.
• Adult tickets vary from 30 to 110 euros.
• Purchase tickets here:
  https://www.montecarlofestival.mc/en/#billetterie or email reservation@montecarlofestival.mc