Performances & Events

Experience the circus from the audience!

Enjoy the jaw-dropping excitement of circus arts without having to wear yoga pants! Performances by renowned circus companies, Beta night works-in-progress, and a variety NECCA student shows are presented year-round.

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Annual Events

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March

The Circus Spectacular

The Circus Spectacular is NECCA’s dazzling fundraising performance, starring guest artists from circuses around the world. Join us in March, every year, to support NECCA and the wonderful community of students and teachers we have cultivated.

About the Circus Spectacular
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June

NECCA Rope Meeting

The VTCF is a week long festival celebrating circus in Brattleboro, Vermont! In early November we host a variety of family friendly performances, free public events, and circus workshops and discussions for all ages and abilities.

About NECCA Rope Meeting
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November

Vermont Circus Festival

The VTCF is a week long festival celebrating circus in Brattleboro, Vermont! In early November we host a variety of family friendly performances, free public events, and circus workshops and discussions for all ages and abilities.

About the Vermont Circus Festival

Our 2026 Sponsors & Funders

Please join us in thanking these companies for their support of NECCA.

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