Heilbronn Christmas Circus
26th edition of the Heilbronn Christmas Circus with world-class artists on the Theresienwiese
About Christmas Circus Heilbronn
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Heilbronn Christmas Tradition Since the Turn of the Millennium
The Heilbronn Christmas Circus has been a part of Heilbronn's Christmas identity for over two decades. What began as a regional Christmas attraction in 2000 has developed into one of Southern Germany's most prominent Christmas circus events—powered by the renowned CHARLES KNIE GmbH from Einbeck, which has been bringing international top-tier artistry to European cities for decades. The Heilbronn Christmas Circus runs throughout the Christmas and New Year period on the Theresienwiese, a large central fairground in the city within the district of Heilbronn, which is used multiple times a year for events ranging from spring festivals to the Christmas circus.
2026/2027 Program — 26th Edition from December 16 to January 6
The 26th edition runs from Wednesday, December 16, 2026, to Wednesday, January 6, 2027—three weeks of programming covering the entire Christmas holidays and the turn of the year. The program combines classic circus art with modern show staging, presenting a selection of the world's best acts—many of them award winners from the International Circus Festival in Monte Carlo, the most important circus gala in the world.
Highlights of the 2026/2027 season:
- Around 100 international female and male artists
- Monte Carlo Awards — award-winning acts from the world circus scene
- Fabian Egli's Comeback — the popular moderator and singer returns after 8 years
- New Tent with improved sightlines, steeper grandstands, and gallery balconies
- More Comfortable Seats for an enhanced experience
- Expanded Catering with its own VIP area
Fabian Egli — The Voice of the Heilbronn Christmas Circus
Fabian Egli was the musical and moderating figurehead of the Heilbronn Christmas Circus for many years — singer, moderator, show concept creator. After an eight-year absence, he returns in 2026/2027 as a guest in the ring. For regular visitors to the Heilbronn Christmas Circus, his comeback is one of the season's major emotional highlights.
CHARLES KNIE GmbH as the Organizer
CHARLES KNIE GmbH from Einbeck (Lower Saxony) is one of Germany's most renowned circus organizers. Charles Knie himself is a descendant of the famous Knie circus dynasty from Switzerland—which has shaped European circus art since the 19th century. Each year, the company brings various circus productions to German cities, curating acts with a special emphasis on top-tier craftsmanship and show quality. In Heilbronn, CHARLES KNIE GmbH has consistently delivered a sophisticated Christmas program for years.
Christmas Circus Heilbronn — edition 2026
26th Edition 2026/2027
The 26th edition of the Heilbronn Christmas Circus presents an international top program of circus arts over three weeks spanning Christmas and the New Year. Around 100 female and male artists from around the world will perform in the ring—many of them award winners from the International Circus Festival in Monte Carlo, the most significant gala in the circus world.
An outstanding piece of news for 2026: Fabian Egli returns as moderator and singer after an eight-year absence—a figurehead of the Heilbronn Christmas Circus, highly appreciated by many regular visitors. The new tent brings significantly more comfort: improved sightlines, steeper grandstands, new gallery balconies with panoramic views, and more comfortable seats. The catering has been expanded and offers a VIP area for special experience packages.
Programme Christmas Circus Heilbronn 2026
Program Structure
- Premiere — Wednesday, December 16, 2026
- Season Duration — until Wednesday, January 6, 2027
- Performance Days — typically daily (except Christmas Eve) with matinee and evening performances, additional shows on weekends
- Family Performances with special rates — dates on the advance sales page
- VIP Packages with meet-and-greet opportunities
Confirmed Program Items
- Fabian Egli — Moderation, Singing, Show Concept
- International Top Artistry — Acrobatics, Trapeze, Floor Gymnastics, Juggling, High Wire, Comedy
- Monte Carlo Award Winners — award-winning acts from the world circus scene
- Live Orchestra / Musical Accompaniment
Details
The complete schedule, performance dates, act introductions, and artist biographies will be published on weihnachtscircus.com. Advance ticket sales have been active via Reservix since May 1, 2026.
Highlights Christmas Circus Heilbronn 2026
- 26th edition of the Heilbronn Christmas Circus
- Three weeks of programming over Christmas and New Year
- Fabian Egli's comeback as moderator after 8 years
- International artists with Monte Carlo awards
- New tent with improved sightlines
- Expanded catering and VIP area
- Gallery balconies with panoramic views
- Group discount for 20 or more people
- VIP packages with meet-and-greet
Prices Christmas Circus Heilbronn 2026
Tickets available via weihnachtscircus.com and Reservix, advance sales since May 1, 2026. Group discount for 20 or more people. VIP packages with meet-and-greet opportunities available separately. Prices vary depending on the performance day (weekends are more expensive than weekdays), seating category, and family offers — detailed prices on the advance sales page. Family performances with special rates.
Practical information — Christmas Circus Heilbronn
Getting There
By Train: Heilbronn Main Station, then take the Stadtbahn (light rail) or walk to Theresienwiese (10–15 min.). By Stadtbahn: Lines from Heilbronn city center to Theresienwiese. By Car: A6 exit Heilbronn-Mitte, parking available at the Theresienwiese fairground.
Tickets
Advance ticket sales started on May 1, 2026. Tickets available via weihnachtscircus.com and Reservix. Group discounts for 20 or more people are available. VIP packages with meet-and-greet opportunities with the circus organizers are offered separately.
Tip
For families with children, the family performances with special rates are recommended — check the advance sales page for dates and prices. Those who want to experience Fabian Egli's comeback live should secure tickets early — the season opening on December 16 is expected to sell out quickly. Arrive 30 minutes before the show starts — the catering in the new tent and the VIP area are experiences in themselves.
Accommodation
Hotels in Heilbronn city center and near the main train station. If arriving by car, use Park and Ride facilities and take the Stadtbahn to Theresienwiese.
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Where it takes place Christmas Circus Heilbronn
Festplatz Theresienwiese, Heilbronn
Theresienwiese, 74072 Heilbronn