aycofest

Promotional poster for AYCO Fest Western Regional at Flagstaff, AZ, October 9-11, 2025, with various images of children and teens participating in gymnastics, volleyball, weightlifting, and other sports activities.

AYCOfest is the youth circus arts festival where young circus artists come together for an unforgettable weekend of learning, performing, and building lifelong connections! Hosted by AYCO/ACE Organizational Members who are part of the Safety Program, this three-day convention brings youth circus performers ages 8-20 from across the region to train with top circus professionals and explore a wide variety of circus disciplines.

At AYCOfest, no single skill dominates—participants get a well-rounded circus experience, diving into everything from aerials and acrobatics to juggling, clowning, and beyond! Whether you’re just starting out or mastering your craft, this is your chance to grow, connect, and shine alongside other passionate youth circus artists.

Join us for a weekend of flips, tricks, and circus magic—AYCOfest is where the next generation of circus artists take flight!

see aycofest 2025 highlights here!

Regional AYCOFest - Flagstaff, AZ!
Oct
9
to Oct 11

Regional AYCOFest - Flagstaff, AZ!

Registration Fees:

$325 Single Participant

$295 Group Registration per person (groups of 6+)

Thursday only – $80

Friday only – $180

Saturday only – $110

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What to Expect:

This three-day festival is packed with hands-on circus workshops, exciting activities, and a community showcase where you can show off your skills. You’ll train, learn, and make new friends with circus youth from all over the region.

Nine circus workshops designed just for you—no need to pre-select! We’ve created the perfect mix of aerial, acrobatics, juggling, and more.

A supportive and fun circus community where you’ll connect with other passionate youth artists.

A chance to perform in our community showcase and celebrate the joy of circus.

Our sponsors

Logo for Circus Gear featuring a black gear shape with yellow and red circular sections containing the words "circus" and "gear" in black and red text, respectively.
Logo of Cirque Arts Institute featuring a purple text and a blue silhouette of a performer on aerial silks
Logo with the text 'Aerial Arts America' surrounding a red aerial silk performer.
Silhouette of a person holding a circus pole, with the text "Run Away with the Circus" and "CircusMecca.org" at the bottom, promoting a circus arts event.