Circus as a tool for social transformation 

Cirque Hors Piste is a Montreal-based organization dedicated to social circus, which provides an alternative and inclusive creative space for people with marginalized backgrounds. The organization promotes individual, social and collective learning through the circus arts.

Presented as part of the MONTREAL COMPLÈTEMENT CiRQUE festival, the Social Circus Carnival stands out for its social and artistic action. In addition to allowing Montreal circus artists to perform in their city, the event highlights young social circus participants. The public is invited to an evening under the sign of social inclusion where the great social circus parade will be presented on St-Denis Street.

July 9 and 10, 5:30pm to 10:30pm at Jardins Gamelin

For its 14th edition, get ready to plunge into a magical universe at the Carnaval de cirque social, where diversity is a strength and originality a norm. This not-to-be-missed annual event brings together emerging circus artists and marginalized young people or those at risk of exclusion, all committed to creating an exceptional evening. Discover a fantastic world of captivating street circus shows and entertainment, a lively musical atmosphere and interactive activities that encourage exchanges and smiles. Join us for an evening where everyone is unique and together we create magic.