The FIC Launches its Nineteenth Edition Featuring 88 Performances and Activities, Bringing Renowned Circus and Clown Names to the Canary Islands such as Wes Peden, Fred Blin, and Leo Bassi
From 29th September to 2nd October, the International Clownbaret Festival welcomes 21 companies and artists with a unique clown and circus offering
This morning, the Noble Hall of the Cabildo de Tenerife hosted the launch of the nineteenth edition of the International Clownbaret Festival, taking place from 29th September to 2nd October across 12 municipalities in the Canary Islands. This established event in the network of national clown and circus festivals will feature a total of 88 performances and activities this year.
The presentation event was attended by José Carlos Acha, Councillor for Culture, Museums, and Sports of the Cabildo de Tenerife; Cristóbal de la Rosa, General Director of Cultural Innovation and Creative Industries of the Government of the Canary Islands; José Manuel Bermúdez, Mayor of Santa Cruz de Tenerife; Adolfo Alonso Ferrera, Councillor for Culture, Sports, and Education of Adeje; Coraima Afonso Navarro, Special Delegate Councillor for Education and Early Childhood of Adeje; Dailos González, Councillor for Fiestas of La Laguna; and the festival’s artistic director, Brian Rodríguez.
The International Clownbaret Festival, FIC 2025, opens its doors from 29th September to 2nd October, boasting a programme that spans the Canary Islands with 88 performances and activities from a total of 21 companies. This includes international talents such as Wes Peden, Fred Blin, Leo Bassi, Anatoli Akerman, Karcocha, and Cía. Jimena Cavalletti; alongside national acts like Cia. Curolles, Karcocha, Pau Palaus, Fer Catastrofer, Los Infoncundibles, La Fatal Compañía, Cía. Circusband, Leo Bassi, Cía. Jimena Cavalletti, and Yiyolo Stratto. The line-up also features local groups Clownbaret and Watones Locos.
This edition of FIC 2025 reinforces the themes of social inclusion and sustainability through its associated activities, extending beyond the streets, theatres, and squares of the Canary Islands to reach those in greatest need. Through Social Clowns, FIC brings joy and laughter to hospitals, care homes, and centres for people with disabilities, transforming spaces and creating shared moments of happiness. Additionally, the circus workshops for schools provide a playful introduction to the performing arts, opening the doors of the circus to students and stimulating their imagination through its values.
The social commitment of FIC is further solidified by its recent affiliation with the “Cultura que Cuida” emblem, a solidarity seal awarded by AFES Mental Health. This recognition highlights the festival’s work in promoting inclusion, accessibility, and combating stigma related to mental health. The collaboration with AFES Mental Health, an organisation dedicated to supporting individuals with mental health issues and their families, demonstrates the importance of valuing a sustainable and inclusive culture.
FIC 2025 Programme
FIC 2025 kicks off in Costa Adeje with an extensive programme. From Friday 3rd to Saturday 4th October, the festival will present 12 free street performances by top international and national companies. Costa Adeje has established itself as a key location for the festival’s activities. During this weekend, the Plaza de Salytien will be a meeting point to enjoy universally engaging and high-quality shows aimed at all audiences.
The following weekend, events will move to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the main venue, transforming the city into the capital of clown and circus from Friday 10th to Sunday 12th October. The programming in the chicharrero capital features 35 free outdoor performances, taking place in Plaza del Príncipe and various itinerant locations throughout the city’s centre. Los Infoncundibles, with their humour, skills, and music, will serve as the entertaining masters of ceremonies.
The historic city of San Cristóbal de La Laguna will once again join the celebration, welcoming the charm and laughter of the circus and clown. Its iconic spaces will become vibrant stages, hosting performances that promise moments of awe and deep connection. On Sunday 5th October at 19:00, we will feature the renowned British juggler Wes Peden, who is regarded as the best contemporary juggler, presenting his acclaimed show, Rollercoaster. On 10th and 11th October, the afternoons in La Laguna will be filled with art featuring the Catalan Pau Palaus, the Austrian Anatoli Akerman, and the French company Cie. Colbok.
The International Clownbaret Festival (FIC 2025) continues its clown and circus programming with Payasos en Ruta, an initiative that will bring the joy and wonder of FIC to Guía de Isora, Tegueste, Santiago del Teide, Tacoronte, and Los Realejos, ensuring that no one misses out on the magic of the festival.
Additionally, on 5th October, Plaza de España in Santa Cruz de La Palma will come alive with FER CATASTROFER and Punch! at 17:30, CIA JOCA with Just a Cup of Tea at 18:30, and ANATOLI AKERMAN with Splinters at 19:30. La Gomera will host COMETA CIRCUS and FER CATASTROFER on 3rd October at 20:00.
For more information, visit the Festival’s website (click HERE).
The nineteenth edition of the International Clownbaret Festival is sponsored by Promotur Turismo Canarias through the brand Islas Canarias Latitud de Vida and the General Directorate of Cultural Innovation and Creative Industries of the Government of the Canary Islands, Cabildo Insular de Tenerife, the Autonomous Cultural Body of the Santa Cruz de Tenerife City Council, Costa Adeje, INAEM Ministry of Culture, the City Council of La Laguna, Sodepal, and Cabildo de La Palma, with collaboration from the City Councils of Santa Cruz de La Palma, Guía de Isora, Santiago del Teide, Los Realejos, Tacoronte, Tegueste, and the Canary Islands Institute of Cultural Development. The FIC 2025 is organised and directed by Lasal Producciones and Clownbaret.
