Australian Circus Summit 2025

Step into the future of circus at the 2025 Australian Circus Summit: three extraordinary days of conversation collaboration and connection hosted at NICA’s world-class training centre in Melbourne.

This global gathering brings together artists producers presenters academics students and sector leaders to explore the theme Out of Lines — an invitation to challenge norms cross disciplines and spark bold new thinking.

From thought-provoking panels and interactive forums to keynote provocations and pop-up performances the Summit offers an intimate and fully-catered experience designed to break down industry silos and nurture real-world partnerships. Expect research insights radical ideas and rich storytelling from across Australia and the globe including voices from CALS (Circus Arts and Life Sciences) Australian circus companies independent artists youth circus leaders and more.
Join us as we stretch the limits of what circus is...and what it could become. 

Explore the program at nica.com.au/summit25