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SF’s International Arts Festival Opening “Cirque Kikasse” 2026 (April 29-May 1)

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: $28.02*
*General admission / Advanced $28.02 - bring cushion or blanket; Preferred $33.17 gets seating near performance truck. Door: $30-$40
Cesar Chavez Elementary School Playground | 2616 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94110

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Cirque Kikasse

The San Francisco International Arts Festival is back for 12 days of music, dance, theater, and more from April 29-May 10. Local and visiting artists from abroad.

The festival is opening with Cirque Kikasse making their California debut in San Francisco with three shows: April 29,30, and May 1, 7pm each evening. Cirque Kikasse presents a high-flying acrobatics show performed atop their extraordinary food truck. Watch in awe as the troupe turns restaurant prep into gravity-defying feats of fun, building towers in the sky and creating comic chaos. A playful, virtuosic circus performance to captivate all ages. Popcorn and slushies served from the truck!

Cirque Kikasse
Wednesday – Friday, April 29, 30 & May 1, 2026 | 7p
Cesar Chavez Elementary School Playground, 2616 Folsom St, SF
Get Tickets: $28.02 General Admission (Advance); fees incl.

Use discount codes:

  • 20% off any tickets / passes – BCFSFIAF26
  • 2 for 1 tickets for Cirque Kikasse / TWOFOR26

Bring a blanket or chair. Reserved seating available $5 more.

Post-Show Reception: Wednesday, April 29. Details here.

Panel Discussion: Join Cirque Kikasse Co-Directors William Poliquin-Simms and Hugo Ouellet-Côté for a post show panel discussion with Felicity Hesed of People’s Circus Theatre on Thursday April 30. Details here.

Artist Information

  • Co-artistic Director: Hugo Ouellet-Côté
  • Co-artistic Director: William Poliquin-Simms
  • Director: Anthony Venisse
  • Sound Designer: Maxime Fortin
  • Costume Designer: Julie Morel
  • Lighting Designer: Elliot Gaudreau

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About Cirque Kikasse

Launched in 2021 by circus artists and directors Hugo Ouellet-Côté and William Poliquin-Simms, Cirque Kikasse emerged from a shared desire to create bold, high-energy circus that blends virtuosity with infectious playfulness. Drawing on decades of international performing and directing experience with leading contemporary circus companies, the co-founders shaped a project known for its precision, physicality, and strong audience connection. Cirque Kikasse quickly established itself on the touring circuit with Santé!, a signature production presented over 250 times for more than 100,000 spectators across Canada and the United States. This is their California debut!

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $28.02*
*General admission / Advanced $28.02 - bring cushion or blanket; Preferred $33.17 gets seating near performance truck. Door: $30-$40
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Discount Tix / Promo Codes, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Outdoors, Sponsored, Theater & Performance
Address: 2616 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94110

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