Jugglefest 31
Feb 23-25, 2024
Austin, Texas


Austin Jugglefest is a three-day event full of workshops, games, demonstrations, trick trading, and a silent auction. Everyone is welcome to come on down to pick up the basics, learn some new skills, meet people, or just chill out and watch. All skill levels are welcome! Yes, this includes you!

Where

Gym Cost

  • $20 - Jugglefest Weekend Wristband - Grants full access to the gym and all workshops on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, but does not include admission to Public Show
  • $10 - Jugglefest Day Pass - Grants full access to the gym and all workshops on that day, but does not include admission to Public Show
  • $30 - Jugglefest Family Day Pass - Up to 5 people for one day - Grants full access to the gym and all workshops on that day, but does not include admission to Public Show
  • Children under 5 are free.

Show Cost

  • The Renegade Show is free
  • Public Show tickets are $20. Check out our Special Guests!

Presale has ended - Purchase Public Show tickets at the door and wristbands & t-shirts at the gym.

2 Shows!

Renegade Show - Fri, Feb 23, 11:00pm Little Woodrows Parmer

  • Free for everyone!
  • Join us Friday night for an open stage - you never know what kind of zany hijinks will ensue! Note: Some content may not be suitable for young children. Other content won't be suitable for anyone at all.

Public Show - Sat, Feb 24, 7:30pm Navarro High School

  • Public Show tickets are $20
  • On Saturday night we're pulling out all the stops! We'll be showcasing performers from Austin and all over the world as they demonstrate their skills in the circus arts. Come on down and check out the best family friendly show in Austin!
  • Check out our Special Guest Performers

  • Presale has ended - Purchase Public Show tickets at the door, and wristbands & t-shirts at the gym.

Games

  • Coin Juggling - Juggle three or more coins of at least 75 cents total face value longer than everyone else. When you drop, you must drop all your coins on the ground. The last person juggling is the winner, and gets to keep all the coins, but must also pick them up by themself.
  • Distance Self Pass - Start juggling 3 clubs, throw a club, then run. Whoever throws their club the farthest (and catches it cleanly back into a cascade), wins!
  • Four-Club Endurance - Juggle longer than everyone else. Everyone starts at the same time. When you drop, you're out. The last person juggling is the winner. No multiplexing!
  • Five-Ball Endurance - Juggle longer than everyone else. Everyone starts at the same time. When you drop, you're out. The last person juggling is the winner. No multiplexing!
  • Speed Passing - TEAM EVENT - A team of two jugglers passes six clubs as fast as they can. There are two heats of one minute each. The average score of the two heats determines the winning team.
  • Seven-Club Endurance - TEAM EVENT - A team of two jugglers passes seven clubs longer than everyone else. Everyone starts at the same time. When either team member drops, the team is out. The last team juggling is the winner.
  • Three Ball Simon Says - Simon says "Do the tricks that Simon says to do, and don't do the tricks that he doesn't!"
  • Club Gathering - Catch and hold as many clubs as you can, as thrown by Gamesmeister, Jerry Peterson. He will throw double spins at a constant rate to each competitor. The one who holds the most clubs without dropping wins.
  • ...and more!

Workshops

  • 17+ workshops have been scheduled over Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
  • Check out our Workshop Schedule. The schedule will evolve as Jugglefest approaches, so keep checking back!
  • Want to attend a workshop? No registration is required, and there is no additional charge. Just visit the Workshop Wall when you arrive to check out the final schedule!
  • Interested in running a workshop? We'll leave a few open spots in the schedule for folks who get inspired to share their skills. Grab a marker and add a helpful description to one of the open time slots on the Workshop Wall.

✨ Magic Corner ✨

Join us in the Magic Corner (look for the tent in the gym) as Paprika demonstrates a variety of amazing and mystifying magical techniques!

  • Saturday, 4pm: Paprika will perform a magical variety act 🪄

Silent Auction

  • Bid on a selection of props, books, art, and other wondrous objects in the Jugglefest silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Texas Juggling Society, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The silent auction runs from 10am to 4pm on Saturday.

Schedule

Thursday February 22, 2024

  • 7:00pm through Midnight - Join us for an extended edition of our free weekly TJS meeting at All Saints' Church (209 W 27th Street)

Friday February 23, 2024

Saturday February 24, 2024

  • 10:00am - Gym doors open at Navarro High School
  • 11:00am - Workshops begin
  • 1:00pm - Games Extravaganza!
  • 4:30pm - 3 Ball Simon Says
  • 5:00pm - Silent Auction closes
  • 7:00pm - Gym doors close
  • 7:30pm - Public Show at Navarro High School Theater
  • 10:00pm - 1:00am After Party at Nate and Jessica's house! Come on over to 1900 Steamboat Springs Cove. Please park along the street. If regular street parking is full, you can park in the center of the cul-de-sac.

Sunday February 25, 2024

  • 10:00am - Gym doors open at Navarro High School
  • 11:00am - Workshops begin
  • 2:00pm - The Big Toss!
  • 2:30pm - Game: Coin Juggling
  • 3:00pm - Game: Club Gathering
  • 6:00pm - Gym doors close

Crash with a Juggler

  • Several of our members have graciously volunteered to let out-of-towners crash with them. If you're interested, please fill out the Jugglefest Housing Request Form.

Are you a local juggler (or juggling fan) with crash space to offer?