Each year during easter holidays, the four day MAD Festival brings the newest and most exciting circus from Antwerp, Flanders, and abroad. We present internationally acclaimed performances that captivate a broad audience, but have a soft spot for innovative material, showcasing independent artists willing to take risks. 

MAD supports emerging circus artists and welcomes a broad audience into the fascinating universe of the circus.  

MAD creates a space where the new circus generation meets and performs together. Final year students from colleges in Belgium and abroad gather at MAD Festival, just before they storm international stages.

During our international circus convention, we offer a range of workshops and training for young circus talents from all over Europe. The convention takes place during the four-day MAD Festival, providing opportunities for young acrobats, youth circuses, and (semi)professional circus artists to enhance their skills.

MAD aims to make the unique atmosphere of the circus scene visible—both on and off-stage. We create a meeting space between circus artists and the audience. The visitor embarks on a discovery, gains a behind-the-scenes glimpse, and becomes part of the circus world. A universe full of energy and enthusiasm, where risk is never far away. A world that is hospitable, open, honest, and free.

MAD Festival is supported by the Flemish Government and the City of Antwerp. 
In partnership with Arenberg and Ell Circo D’ell Fuego.

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