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A FringeArts Circus Festival
June 3—13

FringeArts presents the annual two-week festival of contemporary circus arts. Featuring performances in the theater, La Peg, and outdoors, Hand to Hand brings remarkable levels of artistry and ability together for a thrilling lineup of events—a circus festival perfect for the whole family. Performances and workshops include acrobatics, aerials, clowning, juggling, and everything in between.

Engage with contemporary circus by reading our write up on the history of contemporary circus on the FringeArts Blog or read Upswing’s website for resources on trying circus at home.

Learn more about 2021 Hand to Hand Circus Festival sponsorship opportunities.

2021 Events

Scratch Nights

Various Artists

March 23, 2026

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Night of 1000 Dolls

Pig Iron School Class of 2026

April 8, 2026

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YoungArts Philadelphia:
Artist Gathering

Presented by Felt Void in association with FringeArts

April 10, 2026

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Scratch Night: Open Rehearsal

Double Bill: Jazz Story No. 5: Traction and Braiding Stihia

April 27, 2026

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GIRL DOLLS: The American Musical

Jackie Soro & Pax Ressler in partnership with The Bearded Ladies Cabaret

May 9, 2026

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