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The Great Christmas Circus

Held under a giant hall with tiered grandstand seating and ringside boxes, this holiday circus showcases international circus artists acclaimed at major world festivals and television shows. In the welcoming hall, visitors can wander through an Alsatian-style mini Christmas market offering sweet treats, crêpes, churros, and mulled wine. Guests can also meet Santa Claus alongside the show's artists for souvenir photos.

What to Expect

Southwest France holiday circus featuring award-winning international performers.

Event Details

Ages

Children under 2 free (on lap, proof may be requested)

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

RG Event & loisirs

Food & Drink

The event's mini Christmas market offers mulled wine, churros, crêpes, sweets, and giant lollipops.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Parc des Expositions
Av. de Fumel, 47300 Villeneuve-sur-Lot, France
Villeneuve-sur-Lot

Know Before You Go

  • Accessibility: PMR (reduced mobility) tickets can be booked online, with proof required at entry.

Tips & Advice

  • Use code cirquenoel26 when booking to get 20% off all tickets, since the opening offer ends within a few days.
  • Buy everyone's tickets in the same category and arrive together at the welcome desk, because seating is unnumbered and free within each category.
  • Children under two get in free only if they sit on a parent's lap, so plan seating for little ones with that in mind.
  • Tickets can't be exchanged or refunded, but names aren't checked, so you can pass a ticket to a friend if your plans change.
  • Leave time before the show for the mini Christmas market in the welcome hall and a souvenir photo with Santa and the artists.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Opening ticket offer: 20% off all tickets with code cirquenoel26, for a few days only.
  • New this year: the new generation of the family, Owen and Luis, join the 4th edition.
  • School sessions are available at a reduced rate for classes.
  • Works councils (CSE), groups and associations can ask for a dedicated group package.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the circus suitable for young children?

Yes, it's a show for the whole family. Children pay a child rate from 24 months. Under-twos get in free if they sit on a parent's lap.

What is there besides the show?

The welcome hall has a mini Christmas market in the style of the Alsace markets. It sells sweets, mulled wine, churros, crêpes, candy and giant lollipops. Santa is there too for souvenir photos with the show's artists.

How does seating work?

Seats aren't numbered, so you sit anywhere within your ticket category. To sit together, your tickets must be in the same category and your group must arrive together at the welcome desk. Ticket numbers don't need to run in order.

Can I change or refund my tickets?

No, tickets can't be exchanged or refunded. Names aren't checked at the door, though, so you can give your ticket to someone else. In a case of force majeure, you can email the customer service team.

Are there rates for visitors with reduced mobility?

Yes. Reduced-mobility (PMR) rates can be booked directly on the website. You must show your card or other proof at the entrance.

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team