Nonprofit
Cannonball Festival
A nonprofit that puts on a yearly festival of circus and performance art in Philadelphia, with an open call for performing artists.
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What they do
See circus and performance shows during the festival, which are listed in the Philly Fringe lineup filtered for Cannonball. Performers can apply through the Artist Open Call, and visitors can donate or join the mailing list.
Who it is for
- Who can join
- Open to anyone
When and where
Held once a year, with shows across about three weeks.
- Season
- Special events only
Mailing address (event venues vary)
- Address
- 7205 Boyer St
- Part of the city
- Upper Northwest
Your first visit
Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.
First step: Pick a show from the Audience Paths 2026 list or the Philly Fringe lineup filtered for Cannonball, then buy tickets through that show's own ticket page. If you perform, read the Artist Open Call before you apply..
What to expect
The festival runs in weeks, and its audience guide groups the shows by theme. Expect circus and performance art, and note that some shows are for adults only. The festival pages we read do not print exact dates, prices, or access details, so check each show's ticket page.
Tips for your first visit
- Read each show's age note before you buy, since one listed show is 21 and over and several have adult themes.
- Check times and prices on each show's ticket page, because the festival home and visit pages do not print them.
- Each venue has its own access page on the festival site, so check it before you go.
Newcomer welcome
Fine for newcomers, but you may need to speak up (3 out of 5). Why we say this: Shows are open to the public and sold through Philly Fringe ticket pages, and the audience guide groups picks for first time Fringe goers. Buying a ticket is the only sign up, so the way in is clear..
Cost and commitment
- Cost
- Cost not known yet. Ticket prices are listed on each show's ticket page.
Access and languages
- Wheelchair access
- We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
- Languages spoken
- We do not know yet which languages are spoken.
Requirements
We found no special requirements. Ask the group if you are not sure.
How to reach them
We copy contact details as the group or a public source published them. Each one shows where it came from.
- Website: cannonballfestival.org Source: Philadelphia Cultural Fund grantee directory, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: cannonballfestival.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Email: admin@thealmanac.us Source: cannonballfestival.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Social media: Instagram, Facebook Source: cannonballfestival.org
Sources and last check
Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.
- Last checked by our team
- October 8, 2026
- Status
- Probably active
- Our confidence in this listing
- Medium
We think this group is probably still active, but the newest sign we found is more than a year old.
- Philadelphia Cultural Fund grantee directory, seen October 4, 2026. Supports: Name, Website
- cannonballfestival.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, What they do, Location, First step, Contacts, Status
- cannonballfestival.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: First step, First visit tips, Location
- cannonballfestival.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: First step, What to expect, Schedule, Requirements
- cannonballfestival.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: What they do
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