Do I need to book in advance?
No, there are no bookings for the circus performances. We recommend arriving no later than 5 minutes before the show.
Please note: some performances have limited capacity.
Foire aux questions
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Yes, the HOPLA! circus festival is completely free.
No, there are no bookings for the circus performances. We recommend arriving no later than 5 minutes before the show.
Please note: some performances have limited capacity.
Yes, it is possible to attend multiple shows on the same day.
Please note: some shows have limited capacity. We recommend arriving at least 5 minutes before the show.
The HOPLA! circus festival takes place in several neighborhoods across the City of Brussels and is easily accessible by public transportation, bike, or on foot. Practical information is available on the “Practical information” page.
The HOPLA! Circus Festival does not have car parks at its various venues.
We recommend that you make your way to the various circus performances on foot, by bike or by public transport. You can find all the information you need on the ‘Practical Information’ page
Yes, the HOPLA! circus festival offers shows suitable for all ages. For some shows, a minimum age is recommended.
Yes. The HOPLA! circus festival does everything possible to facilitate access to the shows for people with limited mobility.
You can visit the “Programme” page to find all the practical information regarding the various shows and festival venues
Yes. Public restrooms and urinals are available throughout the City of Brussels.
Some restaurants, shops, and cultural venues also open their restrooms to the public.
You can view the map of public toilets and urinals in Brussels by clicking here.
The festival’s shows are located near shops and restaurants.
Yes, most outdoor performances will go ahead, unless weather conditions jeopardize the artists’ safety.
Any postponement or cancellation of a circus performance will be announced in real time on our website and social media.
Photos without flash and videos are permitted, unless the artists request otherwise.
Yes, photos will be taken for the festival’s promotional purposes.
Pets are allowed at performances in public spaces.
Guide dogs are allowed in both outdoor and indoor venues.
The HOPLA! circus festival takes place on the weekend of April 25–26 and from April 28 to May 1 in several neighborhoods of the City of Brussels (Brussels city center, Neder-Over-Heembeek, and Haren).
The schedules for the various circus shows are available on the “Programme” page of the website.