Festival of Fools

18/06/2026

🎪✨ More than a month later and we're still smiling...

From jaw-dropping acrobatics and street theatre to laughter-filled crowds and unforgettable moments across the city, this year's Festival of Fools was one to remember.

Take a look back at some of the highlights and relive the magic, mischief and mayhem that filled the streets of Belfast. Whether you joined us for one show or spent the whole weekend chasing performances, thank you for being part of it.

Here's to the artists, the audiences, the volunteers, and everyone who helped make Festival of Fools 2026 such a special celebration. ❤️

🎥 Watch the highlights video below and see if you can spot yourself!



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26/05/2026

05/05/2026

05/05/2026

What a weekend. ❤️

A huge, heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who came out over the bank holiday and made Festival of Fools 2026 such a memorable, joyful, and gloriously ridiculous few days. From start to finish, it’s been packed with laughter, surprises, and moments we won’t be forgetting anytime soon.

To all the performers, audiences, volunteers, and supporters, you made the magic happen.

Thank you all so much. 🎪



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04/05/2026

🌞 Welcome to the THIRD and FINAL day of Festival of Fools 2026 and yes… May the Fourth be with you 🖖

After a weekend of glorious chaos, we’re going out with a bang. Today’s programme stretches across SIX sites, including two brand new additions in York Lane at Ulster University, plus The Whistle II inside The MAC (the only ticketed show at just £5, everything else is completely free, and everyone’s welcome) - https://themaclive.com/event/the-whistle-ii

And look at that, the sun’s decided to show up for the finale. About time.

So come soak it all in, chase down your favourite acts, discover something unexpected, and help us make this final day one to remember.

We’ll see you out there for the grand finale. 🎪

fans Circusful

03/05/2026

Thank you - yes, you(!) - for attending Day 2 of Festival of Fools 2026. Your enthusiasm, laughter, and questionable decision-making have been noted and filed under “Highly Commendable Nonsense.”

What a day it was… feats of daring, displays of delight!

But steady on, do not wander off into the hills just yet!

We have ONE 👏 MORE 👏 DAY 👏 tomorrow. The GRAND FINALE. The big one. The cheese course of chaos. And it would be a terrible shame (a terrible shame) if you missed it.

So gather your friends, your tennis partner, your auntie who laughs too loudly, and join us one last time.

Join us! 🎪

Circusful

03/05/2026