Hupstate Circus Fest

2026 SCHEDULE

September 4-7, 2026

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The Pieces
Sep
4

The Pieces

Eight interlocking ladders create towers, cranes and bridges that explore the tension between the individual and community in American society. The Pieces offers something physical and immediate: a reminder that resilience is built collectively, and that strength is not domination, but support. 

This is a FREE outdoor show on the Ithaca Commons. You do not need a ticket to attend- however, by registering here we will have a way to notify you directly in the case of adverse weather with an indoor location for the show.

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Avast!
Sep
5

Avast!

A high flying family friendly nautical adventure set on a flying trapeze! Shipwrecked and lost in the middle of the ocean, a lone sailor encounters a rag-tag crew of high-flying, rope-climbing, acrobatic pirates.

This is a FREE outdoor show on the SouthWorks Campus.

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A Place in the Ring, Circus Documentary
Sep
5

A Place in the Ring, Circus Documentary

In this 90 minute Danish film, Katja Schumann, the world-famous circus artist and horse trainer, struggles to translate her old world into a new era. Can she pass on her way of life without losing herself? The film depicts a journey between tradition, doubt and trust.

Language is primarily Danish with UK subtitles.

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The Pieces
Sep
5

The Pieces

Eight interlocking ladders create towers, cranes and bridges that explore the tension between the individual and community in American society. The Pieces offers something physical and immediate: a reminder that resilience is built collectively, and that strength is not domination, but support. 

This is a FREE outdoor show on the Ithaca Commons. You do not need a ticket to attend- however, by registering here we will have a way to notify you directly in the case of adverse weather with an indoor location for the show.

View Event →
Avast!
Sep
6

Avast!

A high flying family friendly nautical adventure set on a flying trapeze! Shipwrecked and lost in the middle of the ocean, a lone sailor encounters a rag-tag crew of high-flying, rope-climbing, acrobatic pirates.

This is a FREE outdoor show on the SouthWorks Campus.

View Event →
The Pieces
Sep
6

The Pieces

Eight interlocking ladders create towers, cranes and bridges that explore the tension between the individual and community in American society. The Pieces offers something physical and immediate: a reminder that resilience is built collectively, and that strength is not domination, but support. 

This is a FREE outdoor show on the Ithaca Commons. You do not need a ticket to attend- however, by registering here we will have a way to notify you directly in the case of adverse weather with an indoor location for the show.

View Event →

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