Calendar of Events
Here is a partial listing of regional and national events that might be of interest to face painters, balloon twisters, clowns, and other entertainers. I will update the information and add more events as I learn about them. If you feel there is a children’s entertainer event that should be included, let me know. Note: Dates and times may change, check with each event’s website for latest information.
Why go to a convention?
Conventions are a great place to meet other professional entertainers, attend workshops, enter competitions, and try out the latest items from their dealers. I was hesitant to go to a convention when I was first getting started. I didn’t think I knew enough, but I soon discovered that they are a great place for people of all skill levels.
Buyer Beware
Check with the convention refund policy before paying for registration. Make sure that you can either get a refund or transfer your registration to another person in the event something prevents you from attending.
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2018 Conventions and Events
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January 2018
SLC Magic Jam
January 5-7, 2018
Airport DoubleTree Hilton
5151 Wiley Post Way
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
https://slcmagicjam.com/
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Florida Super Jam
January 10 – 13, 2018
Clarion Inn Orlando Airport
3835 McCoy Road
Orlando, FL 32812
http://www.thefloridasuperjam.com/
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Northeast Clown Institute
January 19-21, 2018
Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor
180 Water Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
http://www.clowninstitute.org/
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Show Me Clowns For Jesus
January 25-28, 2018
Camden Hotel & Conference Center
275 Tanger Boulevard
Branson, Missouri 65616
http://showmeclownsforjesus.com/
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KAK = KIDabra Midyear where KIDabra + Axtell
January, 2018
http://www.kidabra.org/kax-2018
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February 2018
MONDO XXIX FESTIVAL Juggling and Unicycle Arts
February 16th to 18th, 2018
Concordia University’s Gangelhoff Center
235 Hamline Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55104
https://www.mondofest.org/festival/
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Jugglefest XXV
February 23-25, 2018
Texas School for the Deaf – Clinger Gymnasium
Austin, TX 78704
http://www.juggling.place.org/jugglefest/
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March 2018
Pacific Southwest Puppet Fest 2018
March 1-4, 2018
Santa Barbara, California
https://pswpuppeteers.wordpress.com/
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Winter Carnival of Magic
March 8 – 10, 2018
Country Tonite Theatre
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
http://wintercarnivalofmagic.com/
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S.A.M. Assembly 127 NEMCON 37
March 9 & 10, 2018
Crowne Plaza Hotel
100 Berlin Rd.
Cromwell, CT
http://www.ctnemcon.com/
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World Clown Association 2018 Convention
“Ringling Remembered – A tribute to historic Clowns”
March 12 – 16, 2018 Convention
Crowne Plaza Suites MSP Airport – Mall of America
Bloomington, MN
http://worldclown.com/2018-convention/
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World Balloon Convention
March 14-18, 2018
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
1380 Harbor Island Drive
San Diego, CA, USA 92101
https://worldballoonconvention.qualatex.com/en-us/
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April 2018
2018 COAI Clown Convention
Hosted by VA Alley #3 celebrating 5 decades of clowning
April 3-8, 2018
Doubletree-Richmond Koger Center
1021 Koger Center Blvd
Richmond, Virginia 23235
https://clownalley3.org/the-convention/
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Nordic Magic Convention 2018
April 20th – 22nd 2018
Drammen, Norway
http://www.nmc2018.com/
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48th Annual Obie’s 4F Convention
April 25-28, 2018
Quality Inn & Suites
8250 Park Road
Batavia, NY 14020
http://www.ffffmagic.com/
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The North East Santas Gathering
April 27 – 29, 2018
Cape Cod Irish Village
822 Route 28
South Yarmouth, MA 02664
http://thenortheastsantas.com/
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May 2018
Magi-Whirl Convention and Show
May 4 & 5, 2018
West Potomac High School
6500 Quander Road, Alexandria, VA 22307
Alexandria, Virginia
http://ibmring50.org/magi-whirl-home/
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AbraCORNdabra Magic Convention
May 18th – 20th, 2018
Airport Holiday Inn – Des Moines, Iowa
6111 Fleur Dr
Des Moines, IA 50321
http://www.abracorndabra.com/
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June 2018
Puppet Power 2018: Story
June 1–3, 2018
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
https://wppuppet.com/puppet-power-2018/
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7th Annual PlayThink Movement and Arts Festival
June 13 – 17, 2018
HomeGrown HideAways
500 Floyd Branch Rd.
Berea, KY 40403
http://www.playthinkfest.com/
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July 2018
2018 I.B.M. Convention
JULY 4-7, 2018
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel
187 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
https://www.magician.org/convention/online-registration
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International Fellowship of Christian Magicians Convention
July 8th – 13th, 2018
Westside Church of the Nazarene
8610 W 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46234
http://fcm.org/2018Convention
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ACE – Austin Convention for Entertainers
July 17th – 19th, 2018
Austin, TX
http://www.austinconventionforentertainers.com/
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VENT HAVEN ConVENTion 2018
JULY 18 – 21, 2018
Holiday Inn Cincinnati Airport
Erlanger, Kentucky 41018
http://venthavenconvention.com/
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S.A.M. Convention
July 21-23, 2018
Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive
8001 International Dr
Orlando, FL 32819
http://www.samconvention.com/
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Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp
July 24 – 29, 2018
Christ the King Retreat Center
621 First Ave. South
Buffalo MN 55313
http://mooseburger.com/moosecamp/
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August 2018
International Clown Week
August 1-7 of every year
http://www.internationalclownweek.org/
Whereas clowns have long been known as ambassadors of joy and good will and bring happiness to both joy and good will and bring happiness both to children and adults and
Where as: In recognition to the charitable activities of clowns and the wholesome entertainment they provide for all of our citizens: “International Clown Week” has been proclaimed for the week of August 1 thru August 7, and Now there for we proclaim the week of August 1 thru 7 “International Clown Week.”
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Abbott’s 81st Magic Get Together
August 1-4, 2018
Colon, MI
https://www.magicgettogether.com/
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Texas Clown Association 35th Annual Convention
August 1 – 5, 2018
The Westin Dallas Fort Worth Airport
4545 W. John Carpenter Fwy.
Irving, TX 75063
http://texasclownassociation.org/
http://midcitiesclownalley.com/tcaconvention/
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MAGIC Live
August 5 – 8, 2018
The Orleans Hotel and Casino
4500 W Tropicana Ave.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89103
http://www.magicconvention.com/
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Pacific Coast Associaton of Magicians 2018 Magic convention
August 9th – 12th, 2018
Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center
801 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301
http://www.pcambakersfield.com/
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American Clown Academy
August 13th – 17th, 2018
Camp Kaleo
463 Old Zebulon Rd,
Forsyth, GA 31029
http://aca18.com/
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KIDabara Annual Conference
August 22-25, 2018
Music Road Inn Complex
Pigeon Forge, TN
http://www.kidabra.org/conference
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Texas Association Of Magicians
Aug. 31 – Sept. 3, 2018
Hilton Americas-Houston
1600 Lamar Street
Houston, TX 77010
http://taom.org/2018/
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September 2018
SECA Convention
September 5 – 8, 2018
Holiday Inn Tampa/Westshore
700 N. Westshore Blvd.
Tampa, FL
http://southeastclowns.com/
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Magicians’ Alliance of Eastern States
September 6 – 8, 2018
Crowne Plaza Cherry Hill
2349 West Marlton Pike
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
http://www.maesonline.org/
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Great Plains Puppet Train
Sept. 13-16, 2018
West Liberty, Iowa
https://greatplainspuppettrain.com/
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Puppet Homecoming 2018
September 20-23, 2018
Brattleboro, VT
http://puppethomecoming.org/
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Atlanta Harvest of Magic
September 27th-29th 2018
Crowne Plaza Atlanta Airport
1325 Virginia Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30344
http://atlantaharvestofmagic.com/
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October 2018
Midwest Clown Round-Up
October 3 – October 7, 2018
Best Western Plus Hotel and Conference Center
La Porte, IN
http://midwestclownassociation.org/2018-roundup.html
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UK Face and Body Art Convention
October 8 – 14, 2018
Copthorne Hotel
The Waterfront, Level St
Brierley Hill DY5 1UR
http://www.facepaintingconvention.com/
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November 2018
TRICS – Carolina Close-up Convention
November 1-3, 2018
Charlotte University Holiday Inn
8520 University Executive Park Dr
Charlotte, NC 28262
http://tricsconvention.com/
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Western Region Clown Association presents FAVE Convention
November 11-15, 2018
Texas Station Gambling Hall & Hotel
2101 Texas Star Ln.
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
http://www.faveconvention.com/
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Circus Magic Convention
November 2018 ???
Hampton, VA 23669
http://circusmagicconvention.com/
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December 2018
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Revisit 2018
http://www.oceansidemagic.com/
http://www.lafetnola.com/
http://ffffmagic.com/
http://www.ignightfestival.com/
https://www.puppeteers.org/festivals/2017-national-puppetry-festival/
http://www.blingblingjam.com/
http://clownjam.com/
http://kentuckyclownderby.com/
http://www.familyentertainersconvention.com/
http://www.midatlanticclownassociation.com/
http://magi-whirl.org/
https://sites.google.com/site/tucsonjugglingfestival/
http://bodycondallas.com/
http://thenortheastsantas.com/
http://www.discoversanta2016.com/
http://www.blingblingjam.com/
http://www.tntuniversity.com/
http://puppetfestivalstl.org/
http://www.feltacon.com/
http://clownjam.com/
http://www.livingartamerica.com/
https://www.bodyartcabaret.com/
http://www.wrcaconvention.org/home
http://www.ClownCORNvention.com
http://www.fahrenheitflowarts.com/
http://heartlandclown.com/
http://www.underthecouch.com/flatland/
http://www.bayfaba.com/
http://www.geniiconvention.com
http://www.clownfest.com/
http://kentuckyclownderby.com/
http://www.cakeconn.com/
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January 2019
Magi-Fest 2019
Jan 17 – 19 2019
Crowne Plaza Worthington
6500 Doubletree Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43229
http://www.magifest.org/
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KAK = KIDabra Midyear where KIDabra + Axtell
January 23-26, 2019
http://www.kidabra.org/kax-2018
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Atlanta Jugglers Association 41st Annual Festival
Jan 25-27, 2019
Yaarab Shrine Center Recreation Building
400 Ponce de Leon Ave.
Atlanta, GA 30308
http://www.atlantajugglers.org/festivals/upcoming-festival
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FLOAT 2019 the Convention
January 27-31, 2019
St. Louis Airport Marriott
10700 Pear Tree Drive
St. Louis, MO 63134
http://www.floatconvention.com/
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Twist & Shout 2019
January 30 – February 3, 2019
Westin Lombard
Lombard, Il
http://www.balloonconvention.com/
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February 2019
Joey To The World
February, 22-23 2019
First Baptist Church Hurst
1801 Norwood Dr.
Hurst, TX 76054
http://www.joeytotheworld.org/
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May 2019
FABAIC – 15th Annual Face & Body Art International Convention
May 22 – 26, 2019
Double Tree by Hilton Universal Orlando
5780 Major Blvd
Orlando FL 32819
http://www.fabaic.com/
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Past Events
Events in 2013
January 2013
Florida Super Jam
January 9-12th, 2013
The International Palms Resort and Conference Center
6515 International Drive
Orlando, Florida 32819
http://www.thefloridasuperjam.com/
SUPER Balloon Jam by organizers Sheree Brown-Rosner and Herschel Rosner
This Year’s Theme The Florida Super Jam is …Out of This World!
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Northeast Clown Institute
January 18-20, 2013
Radisson Hotel
180 Water Street
Plymouth, MA
http://www.clowninstitute.org/
The Northeast Clown Institute (NCI) will be holding its 24th annual weekend program.
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Clown Jamboree
January 23-27 2013
Hilton Mystic
20 Coogan Boulevard
Mystic, CT 06355
http://www.clownjamboree.com/
Come Celebrate, Laugh, and Learn at Clown Jamboree at their 19th Birthday with the special theme of: All The World Loves A Puppet! Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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Joey To The World Gospel Clown Convention
January 25-26, 2013 Sagemont Church
11300 S. Sam Houston Parkway
Houston, Texas 77089
http://www.joeytotheworld.org/
JTTW is one of the largest and oldest gospel clown conventions.
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FLOAT
January 27-31, 2013
St. Louis Airport Marriott Hotel
10700 Pear Tree Lane
St. Louis, Missouri 63134
http://www.floatconvention.com/
FLOAT is the only convention currently held in the United States that focuses on providing advanced level education for the career balloon decorating, delivery and retail professional.
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Twist & Shout 2013
January 30 – February 3, 2013
St. Louis Airport Marriott Hotel
10700 Pear Tree Lane
St. Louis, Missouri 63134
http://www.balloonconvention.com/
Since 2000, Twist & Shout has been a constant source for the best in balloon education, friendship, competition and innovation.
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February 2013
Show Me Clowns For Jesus
February 14-17, 2013
Ramada Oasis Convention Center
2546 North Glenstone Ave
Springfield, MO 65803
http://www.ShowMeClownsForJesus.org/
Come worship, laugh and learn at this 28th edition of a great family event. We have a professional and caring staff with entertaining classes, shows and exciting dealers. Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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Circus Magic Convention
February 20-24, 2013
Holiday Inn Patriot
3032 Richmond Road
Williamsburg, VA 23185
http://www.circusmagicconvention.com/
Come Celebrate, Laugh, and Learn! Come Celebrate the 31st Year of Circus Magic with the special theme of: All The World Loves a Puppet. And if you are up for some fun, join in the late night roast of nationally know clown artist and performer: Mr. Jim Howle. There will be some surprise guests to help us all celebrate. The Saturday banquet and show will be very special with lots of laughs and awards. You can be sure that there will be lots of surprises and prizes! Be ready for the once in a lifetime farewell performance with Jim Howle as he is retiring from clowning.
Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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World Clown Association 2013 Annual Convention – The Borneo Adventure
February 25 – March 1, 2013
Merdeka Palace Hotel
Kuching, Malaysia
http://worldclown.com/
The Annual convention for the World Clown Association.
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March 2013
No Current Events
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April 2013
Clowns of America (COAI) Annual Convention
April 16-21, 2013
Holiday Inn Midlothian-Richmond Koger Center
1021 Koger Center Blvd,
Richmond, Virginia 23235
http://www.clownalley3.com/2013COAI.html
Hosted by: Virginia Alley #3
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Family Entertainers Workshop
April 27-28, 2013
Double Tree Hotel Seattle Airport
18740 International Blvd.
Seattle, WA 98188
http://www.FamilyEntertainersWorkshop.com/
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May 2013
The Clown CORNvention
May 16-18, 2013
Adventureland Inn
3200 Adventureland Drive
Altoona, Iowa 50009
http://www.clowncornvention.com/
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Face and Body Art International Convention FABAIC
May 22-26th, 2013
Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center & Spa
250 Racquet Club Road
Weston, FL 33326
http://fabaic.com/
Hosted by Marcela Murad (Mama Clown) and Heather Banks from Silly Farm Supplies.
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June 2013
5th Annual Red Skelton Clown School
June 4th-9th, 2013 — postponed until further notice
Vincennes, IN
http://redskeltonclownschool.com/
In Red’s Hometown Vincennes, Indiana at Vincennes University. Price includes entire week of workshops, dorm, meals, t-shirt, special events, and Clown Follies!
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July 2013
Society of American Magicians (S.A.M.) Convention
July 3-6, 2013
Marriott Hotel Crystal Gateway
1700 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, Virginia 22202
http://magicsam.com/annual-convention/
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Fellowship of Christian Magicians International Convention
July 8 – July 12, 2013
Lipscomb University
Nashville, Tennessee
http://fcm.org/usa/convention/convention-2013/
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Clown Jam
July 2013
Branson, MO
http://www.ClownJam.com/
Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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I.B.M. Annual Convention
July 17 – 20, 2013
Hyatt Regency Phoenix
122 North 2nd Street
Phoenix, AZ, 85004
http://www.magician.org/portal/node/6
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Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp
July 23 – 28, 2013
Christ the King Retreat Center
621 First Ave. South
Buffalo MN 55313
http://mooseburger.com/camp/
Mooseburger Camp is the clown school created by Tricia Manuel from world famous Pricilla Mooseburger Originals. Celebrate International Clown Week with your clown friends at Moose Camp.
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West Coast Event & Balloon Arts Convention
JULY 25 – 28, 2013
Hilton Long Beach & Executive Meeting Center
701 West Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, California, 90831
http://www.wcebac.com/
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California Clown Campin’
July 29th – August 3rd, 2013
Ayres Hotel and Suites, Ontario Convention Center
1945 E. Holt Boulevard
Ontario, CA 91761
http://www.californiaclowncampin.org/
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Texas Clown Association 30th Annual Convention
July 31 – August 4, 2013
Irving, TX
http://www.texasclownassociation.com/tca/conventions.php
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August 2013
International Clown Week
August 1-7 of every year
http://www.internationalclownweek.org/
Whereas clowns have long been known as ambassadors of joy and good will and bring happiness to both joy and good will and bring happiness both to children and adults and
Where as: In recognition to the charitable activities of clowns and the wholesome entertainment they provide for all of our citizens: “International Clown Week” has been proclaimed for the week of August 1 thru August 7, and Now there for we proclaim the week of August 1 thru 7 “International Clown Week.”
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TnT University
August 5-10, 2013
Georgia Baptist Conference Center
Taccoa, GA
http://www.tntuniversity.com/
At the TnT University their goal is to bring the best possible instructors that will raise the level of professionalism in all areas of clowning, from secular to hospital and including Christian clowning.
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KIDabara Annual Conference
August 5th – 9th, 2013
Music Road Hotel Complex
303 Henderson Chapel Rd.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
http://www.kidabra.com/
KIDabara’s Annual Conference is in Pigeon Forge, TN at the Music Road Hotel Complex.
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Midwest Magic Jubilee
August 15 -17, 2013
Hilton St. Louis Airport
10330 Natural Bridge Road
St. Louis, MO
http://www.mmjubilee.com/
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Clownfest
August 22 to 24, 2013
Lancaster Host Resort & Conference Center
2300 Lincoln Hwy
Lancaster, PA
http://www.clownfest.com/
Clownfest is taking the show on the road and has a new date and location for 2013.
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American Clown Academy
August 19-23, 2013
Camp Obannon
Newark, OH
http://www.americanclownacademy.com/
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September 2013
South East Clown Association (SECA) Convention
September 4-8, 2013
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
225 East Coastline Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32202
http://www.southeastclownassoc.org/Convention.html
The theme for the convention is Senior Prom and it will be a Class Clown Reunion.
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Circus Magic West
September 19-21 2013
Kings Inn Hotel
1333 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, CA 92108
http://circusmagicwest.com/
Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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St. Nicholas Institute
Monday, September 30th – Thursday, October 3rd, 2013
St. Paul’s Retreat Center
23333 Schoolcraft Road
Detroit, MI 48223
http://www.stnicholasinstitute.org/
October 2013
Midwest Clown Round-Up
October 2-6, 2013
17123 Laurel Park Drive North
Livonia, MI 48152
http://midwestroundupwebsite.com/
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Magicians’ Alliance of Eastern States
October 4-5, 2013
Crowne Plaza Cherry Hill
2349 West Marlton Pike
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
http://www.maesonline.org/
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The Balloon Workshop
October 10-13, 2013
Hilton Sacramento Arden West
2200 Harvard Street
Sacramento, CA 95815
http://www.theballoonworkshop.com/
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Kapitol Klowns Mid-East Clown Convention
Friday, October 18th 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm
& Saturday, October 19th 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
College Park United Methodist Church
College Park, MD
http://www.KapitolKlowns.com/
Join Kapitol Klowns (COAI Alley #6) as they host the Mid-East Clown Convention. Convention includes, lectures, jams, vendors, and other activities.
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Santa School
October 24 – 26, 2013
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
http://www.santaschool.com/school/
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November 2013
Daytona Beach Festival of Magic
November 1 – 3 2013
Daytona Beach Resort
2700 North Atlantic Av
Daytona Beach, FL 32118
http://www.daytonamagic.com/convention.html
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Mid-Atlantic Clown Association 30th Annual Convention
November 6 – 10, 2013
Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center
148 Sheraton Dr., I-83 & PA Turnpike
New Cumberland (Harrisburg), PA
http://www.midatlanticclownassociation.com/
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Kentucky Clown Derby
November 7-10 2013
Holiday Inn Louisville-North (Clarksville)
505 Marriott Drive
Clarksville, IN 47129
http://www.kentuckyclownderby.com/
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Face Painting and Body Art Convention FPBA
Sunday, November 10 – Friday, November 15, 2013
Bridgeton, MO
http://www.fpbaconvention.com/
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Western Region Clown Association Convention
November 12th-15th, 2013
Riverside Resort Hotel & Casino, Laughlin, Nevada
1650 South Casino Drive
Laughlin, NV 89029
http://www.westregionclowns.org/
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December 2013
No Events Listed
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2014 Events
January 2014
Florida Super Jam
January 8-11, 2014
International Palms Resort and Conference Center
6515 International Drive
Orlando, Florida 32819
http://www.thefloridasuperjam.com/
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MagiFest
January 30 – February 1, 2014
Crowne Plaza, Dublin, Ohio
6500 Doubletree Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43229
http://www.magifest.org/
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Northeast Clown Institute
January 17-19, 2014
Radisson Hotel Plymouth Harbor
180 Water Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
http://www.clowninstitute.org/
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Clown Jamboree
January 22-26, 2014
Hilton Mystic
20 Coogan Boulevard
Mystic, CT 06355
http://ClownJamboree.com/
Celebrating Winter Holidaze! Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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MagiFest
January 30 – February 1, 2014
Crowne Plaza, Dublin, Ohio
6500 Doubletree Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43229
http://www.magifest.org/
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KIDabra International Mid-Year Convention
KIDabra + Axtell = KAX
January 30 through February 1, 2014
Mandalay Embassy Suites
Oxnard, CA
http://www.kidabra.org/#!kax-midyear-2/csar
February 2014
Twist & Shout 2014
February 5 – 9, 2014
Raddison Rochester Riverside
120 East Main St
Rochester NY 14604
http://www.balloonconvention.com/
Twist & Shout features educational classes on all aspects of Balloon Art including: Sculpture Designs, Entertaining with Balloons, Balloon Art, the Business of Ballooning and much more. Your registration price includes acces to all Vendors, Jams, Jam Room, a Thursday night welcome reception as well as a Saturday evening Banquet and Awards Ceremony and continental breakfast on Sunday morning. All featured classes are “pay as you go” $5 each, paid directly to the instructor.
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Joey To The World
February 7-8, 2014
First Baptist Church
1801 N. Norwood
Hurst, TX 76054
http://www.joeytotheworld.org/joey/
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Show Me Clowns for Jesus
February 13-16, 2014
Ramada Oasis Convention Center
2546 North Glenstone Avenue
Springfield, MO 65803
http://ShowMeClownsForJesus.org/
Celebrating Circus Daze! Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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Circus Magic Convention – Celebrating Winter Holidaze!
February 19-23, 2014
Holiday Inn Patriot
3032 Richmond Road
Williamsburg, VA 23185
http://circusmagicconvention.com/
Celebrating Winter Holidaze! and Special Celebration of the Wedding of Rufus and Porcelain!
Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
March 2014
Clown Vegas
March 23-24, 2014
Riviera Hotel & Casino
2901 South Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
http://clownvegas.com/
Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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World Clown Association Convention
March 25-29, 2014
Crown Plaza, Northbrook, IL
http://worldclown.com/annual-convention-2014/
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World Balloon Convention
March 26-30, 2014
Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel
Denver, CO, USA
http://www.worldballoonconvention.com/
April 2014
Family Entertainers Workshop
April 26-27, 2014
Double Tree Hotel Seattle Airport
18740 International Blvd.
Seattle, WA 98188
http://familyentertainersworkshop.com/
Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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Clowns of America International (COAI) Annual Convention 2014
April 29th – May 4th, 2014
Lake Buena Vista Resorts
1850 Hotel Plaza Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
http://www.coaiconvention2014.com/
May 2014
AbraCORNdabra 2014 Magic Convention
May 16th – 18th, 2014
http://www.abracorndabra.com/
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Face and Body Art International Convention
May 21-25th, 2014
The Bonaventure Resort and Spa
250 Racquet Club Road,
Ft. Lauderdale/Weston,
Florida, USA 33326
http://www.fabaic.com/
The Face and Body Art International Convention (“FABAIC”) is an annual convention headed by renowned artist Marcela Murad.
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June 2014
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July 2014
I.B.M./S.A.M. Combined Convention
July 1 – 5, 2014
Renaissance St Louis Grand Hotel
800 Washington Ave.
St. Louis, Missouri 63101
http://ibmsam.com/
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California Clown Campin
July 21 – 27, 2014
Ayres Hotel and Suites
Ontario Convention Center
1945 E. Holt Boulevard
Ontario, CA 91761
http://www.californiaclowncampin.org/
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Bling Bling Jam
July 28 and 29, 2014
Fremont Hotel and Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada
http://www.blingblingjam.com/
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Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp
July 29 – August 3, 2014
Christ the King Retreat Center
621 First Ave. South
Buffalo MN 55313
http://mooseburger.com/camp/
Mooseburger Camp is the clown school created by Tricia Manuel from world famous Pricilla Mooseburger Originals. Celebrate International Clown Week with your clown friends at Moose Camp.
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August 2014
International Clown Week
August 1-7 of every year
http://www.internationalclownweek.org/
Whereas clowns have long been known as ambassadors of joy and good will and bring happiness to both joy and good will and bring happiness both to children and adults and
Where as: In recognition to the charitable activities of clowns and the wholesome entertainment they provide for all of our citizens: “International Clown Week” has been proclaimed for the week of August 1 thru August 7, and Now there for we proclaim the week of August 1 thru 7 “International Clown Week.”
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KIDabara Annual Conference
August 11th – 15th, 2014
Music Road Hotel Complex
303 Henderson Chapel Rd.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
http://www.kidabra.com/
KIDabara’s Annual Conference is in Pigeon Forge, TN at the Music Road Hotel Complex.
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American Clown Academy
August 18-22, 2014
Camp Obannon
Newark, OH
http://www.americanclownacademy.com/
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September 2014
2014 SECA Convention – Giddy up to SECA
September 3 – September 7, 2014
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
225 East Coastline Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32202
http://www.southeastclownassoc.org/Convention.html
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Magicians’ Alliance of Eastern States
September 5 & 6, 2014
Crowne Plaza Cherry Hill
2349 West Marlton Pike
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
http://www.maesonline.org/
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ClownFest ** Pending Confirmation
September 10-14, 2014
Seaside Heights, NJ
http://www.clownfest.com/
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October 2014
Midwest Clown Round-Up
October 1-5, 2014
Clarion Hotel Conference Center
5202 Brady Street
Davenport, IA 52806
http://midwestroundupwebsite.com/
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Texas Clown Association – 2014 Convention
October 1-5, 2014
Inn of the Hills Resort and Conference Center
1001 Junction Highway
Kerrville, Tx 78028
http://www.jollyjoeys.org/tca-convention-2014
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UK Face and Body Art Convention
October 3-5, 2014
Copthorne Hotel Merry Hill-Dudley
The Waterfront
Level Street, Brierley Hill
Dudley, DY5 1UR
United Kingdom
http://www.facepaintingconvention.com/
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November 2014
Mid Atlantic Clown Association Convention ** Pending Confirmation
November 5-9 2014
Harrisburg, PA
http://www.midatlanticclownassociation.com/
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Kentucky Clown Derby
November 13-16, 2014 * Pending Confirmation *
Clarksville, IN
www.KentuckyClownDerby.com
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Face Painting & Body Art Convention
November 16 – 21, 2014
Crowne Plaza Hotel (Airport location)
St. Louis, MO
http://fpbaconvention.com/
December 2014
World Juggling Federation (WJF) 10 – Skillcon
December 26, 2014 – January 2, 2015
2901 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
http://thewjf.com/events/wjf10/
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January 2015
Florida Super Jam
January 7-10, 2015
The Allure Resort Orlando
8444 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
http://www.thefloridasuperjam.com/
Registration to the Florida Super Jam are reported to be non-transferable.
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Telluride Fire Festival
January 15 – 19, 2015
Telluride, Colorado 81435
http://www.telluridefirefestival.org/
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Northeast Clown Institute
January 16-18, 2015
Radisson Hotel Plymouth Harbor
180 Water Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
http://www.clowninstitute.org/
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Twist & Shout 2015
January 21 – 25, 2015
Harrah’s Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas, NV
http://www.balloonconvention.com/
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Flowstival Love Celebration
January 23 – 26, 2015
Summerland Ranch
27501 Kent Rd
Bonita Springs, Florida 34135
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MagiFest
January 29 – 31, 2015
Crowne Plaza, Dublin, Ohio
6500 Doubletree Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43229
http://www.magifest.org/
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KIDabra International Mid-Year Convention
January 28 – 31, 2015
River Ridge Residence Inn by Marriott
Oxnard, CA
http://www.kidabra.org/#!kax-midyear-2/csar
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MONDO XXVI
January 30 – February 1, 2015
Concordia University’s Gangelhoff Center
235 Hamline Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55104
http://www.mondofest.org/festival
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February 2015
Joey To The World
February 6-7, 2015
First Baptist Church
1801 N. Norwood
Hurst, TX 76054
http://www.joeytotheworld.org/joey/
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37th Annual Groundhog Day Jugglers Festival
February 6 – 8, 2015
Yaarab Shrine Center Recreation Building
400 Ponce de Leon Ave.
Atlanta, GA 30308
http://www.atlantajugglers.org/festivals/gh15.htm
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Show Me Clowns for Jesus
February 12-15, 2015
Ramada Oasis Convention Center
2546 North Glenstone Avenue
Springfield, MO 65803
http://ShowMeClownsForJesus.org/
Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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Austin Jugglefest XXII
February 20-22, 2015
Texas School for the Deaf – Seeger Gymnasium
1102 S. Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704
http://www.juggling.place.org/jugglefest/
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Circus Magic Convention
February 19-22, 2015
Crowne Plaza Hampton Marina
700 Settlers Landing Road
Hampton, VA 23669
http://circusmagicconvention.com/
*** New Location for 2015 ***
Presented Steve “Salty” Kissell & DJ “Fancy Pants” Ehlert
ConventionGuys.com
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March 2015
Winter Carnival of Magic
March 5-7, 2015
Country Tonite Theatre
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
http://wintercarnivalofmagic.com/
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NEMCON “34” – New England Magicians Conference
March 6 & 7, 2015
CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL
100 Berlin Rd., Cromwell, CT
http://www.ctnemcon.com/
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World Clown Association Convention
March 22-26, 2015
JA Nugget Casino Resort
1100 Nugget Avenue
Sparks, Nevada 89431
http://worldclown.com/annual-convention-2015/
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Tucson Juggling Festival 2015
March 27 – 29, 2015
Catalina State Park
11570 N. Oracle Rd
Tucson, AZ 85737
http://www.tucsonjuggling.org/Home
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April 2015
F.L.A.M.E. Festival
April 9 – 12, 2015
Cherokee Farms
2035 Old Mineral Springs Rd
LaFayette, Georgia 30728
http://www.flamefestival.com/
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Oceanside Magic Invitational – The Magic Convention on Cape Cod
April 9 – 12, 2015
Red Jacket Beach Resort
1 South Shore Drive
South Yarmouth, MA 02664
http://www.oceansidemagic.com/
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Clowns of America International (COAI) Annual Convention 2015
April 21-26 2015
Ambassador Center of Erie.
7794 Peach St.
Erie PA 16509
http://www.eriesistibleclowns.com/
Fechter’s Finger Flicking Frolic – The Original Close-Up Magic Convention
By-Invitation-Only
April 22-25, 2015
Clarion Hotel Palm Island Indoor Waterpark
8250 Park Road
Batavia, New York 14020
http://ffffmagic.com/
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May 2015
IgNight SoCal Fire Flow Conference
May 8 – 10, 2015
Joshua Tree Lake RV and Campground
2601 Sunfair/Coyote Valley Rd.
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
http://www.ignightfestival.com/
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AbraCORNdabra Magic Convention
May 15th – 17th, 2015
Airport Holiday Inn – Des Moines, Iowa
6111 Fleur Dr
Des Moines, IA 50321
http://www.abracorndabra.com/
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Face and Body Art International Convention – FABAIC
May 21-24th, 2015
The Bonaventure Resort and Spa
250 Racquet Club Road,
Ft. Lauderdale/Weston,
Florida, USA 33326
http://www.fabaic.com/
The Face and Body Art International Convention (“FABAIC”) is an annual convention headed by renowned artist Marcela Murad.
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Fahrenheit Fire & Flow Arts Festival
May 29 – 31, 2015
Schuylkill County Fair Grounds
2270 Fair Rd
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
http://www.fahrenheitflowarts.com/
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June 2015
Heartland Clown Convention 2015
June 4 – 6, 2015
221 E Kellogg St.
Wichita, KS, United States
http://heartlandclown.com/
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Flatland Juggling Festival
June 5 – 7, 2015
Abbott Sports Complex
7600 N 70th St
Lincoln, NE 68517
http://www.underthecouch.com/flatland/
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PlayThink Movement & Flow and Arts Festival
June 10-14, 2015
HomeGrown HideAways
HomeGrown HideAways
500 Floyd Branch Rd.
Berea, KY 40403
http://www.playthinkfest.com/
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International Fellowship of Christian Magicians Convention
June 22 – 26, 2015
http://fcm.org/usa/convention-2013/
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July 2015
SAM 2015
July 1-4, 2015
Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
1201 Market Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107
http://magicsam.com/sam-2015/
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Worldwide Circus Summit
July 14th – 18th 2015
Big E Fairgrounds
1305 Memorial Avenue
West Springfield, Massachusetts
http://worldwidecircussummit2015.com/
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Annual 2015 I.B.M. Convention
July 15-18, 2015
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront Hotel
Jacksonville, Florida
http://www.magician.org/convention/upcoming-convention
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Eugene Juggling Convention
July 17-19 2015
Eugene, Oregon
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Bling Bling Jam
July 26-30, 2015
D Hotel and Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada
http://www.blingblingjam.com/
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Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp
July 28 – August 2, 2015
Christ the King Retreat Center
621 First Ave. South
Buffalo MN 55313
http://mooseburger.com/camp/
Mooseburger Camp is the clown school created by Tricia Manuel from world famous Pricilla Mooseburger Originals. Celebrate International Clown Week with your clown friends at Moose Camp.
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August 2015
International Clown Week
August 1-7 of every year
http://www.internationalclownweek.org/
Whereas clowns have long been known as ambassadors of joy and good will and bring happiness to both joy and good will and bring happiness both to children and adults and
Where as: In recognition to the charitable activities of clowns and the wholesome entertainment they provide for all of our citizens: “International Clown Week” has been proclaimed for the week of August 1 thru August 7, and Now there for we proclaim the week of August 1 thru 7 “International Clown Week.”
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KIDabara Annual Conference
August 3-7, 2015
Williamsburg Double Tree by Hilton
Williamsburg, VA
http://www.kidabra.com/
A huge adventure is afoot as next August, KIDabra Conference meets in Williamsburg, VA. It is a return to where the conference was born 24 years ago! A place where history seeps around every corner, as the birthplace of a nation. Don’t miss touring Colonial Williamsburg; Jamestown Settlement ( the site of the the first English Settlement); and Yorktown. Plus the World Class Busch Garden’s Theme Park is just down the street!
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MAGIC Live
August 9-12, 2015
Las Vegas, Nevada
http://www.magicmagazine.com/live
MAGIC Live is produced by Stan Allen and the team behind MAGIC Magazine.
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BAYfaba – Face and Body Art Convention
August 27-30, 2015
The Crowne Plaza SFO Airport
1177 Airport Boulevard
Burlingame, CA 94010
http://www.bayfaba.com/
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American Clown Academy
Camp Obannon
Newark, OH
http://www.americanclownacademy.com/
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September 2015
SECA Convention
September 9 – 13, 2015
Hilton Orlando / Altamonte Springs
350 South Northlake Blvd
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
http://www.southeastclownassoc.org/Convention.html
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Magicians’ Alliance of Eastern States
September 9 – 11, 2015
Crowne Plaza Cherry Hill
2349 West Marlton Pike
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
http://www.maesonline.org/
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Genii: The Conjuror’s Convention
September 30 – October 3, 2015
Florida Hotel
1500 Sand Lake Road
Orlando, FL 32809
http://www.geniiconvention.com
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ClownFest
Seaside Heights, NJ
http://www.clownfest.com/
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October 2015
Midwest Clown Round-Up
http://www.midwestclownassociation.org/
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Texas Clown Association
http://www.texasclownassociation.com/
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UK Face and Body Art Convention
http://www.facepaintingconvention.com/
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November 2015
Mid Atlantic Clown Association Convention
http://www.midatlanticclownassociation.com/
Face Painting, Balloon, Magic, and Clown Events in 2016
January 2016
Florida Super Jam
January 6-9, 2016
The Allure Resort Orlando
8444 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
http://www.thefloridasuperjam.com/
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Telluride Fire Festival
January 14-18, 2016
Telluride Mountain Village
Telluride, CO 81435
http://www.telluridefirefestival.org/
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Northeast Clown Institute
January 15 – 17, 2016
Radisson Hotel Plymouth Harbor
180 Water Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
http://www.clowninstitute.org/
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KIDabra International Mid-Year Convention
January 27 – 30, 2016
River Ridge Residence Inn by Marriott
Oxnard, CA
http://www.kidabra.org/#!kax-2016/c132w
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MagiFest
January 28 – 31, 2016
Crowne Plaza Worthington
6500 Doubletree Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43229
http://www.magifest.org/
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February 2016
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Show Me Clowns for Jesus
February 4-7, 2016
Ramada Oasis Convention Center
2546 North Glenstone Avenue
Springfield, MO 65803
http://ShowMeClownsForJesus.org/
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Groundhog Day Jugglers Festival
February 5-7, 2016
Yaarab Shrine Center Recreation Building
400 Ponce de Leon Ave.
Atlanta, GA 30308
http://www.atlantajugglers.org/festivals
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Joey To The World
February 5-6, 2016
First Baptist Church
1801 N. Norwood
Hurst, TX 76054
http://www.joeytotheworld.org/joey/
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MONDO Juggling and Unicycle Arts
February 12th – 14th, 2016
Concordia University’s Gangelhoff Center
235 Hamline Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55104
http://www.mondofest.org/festival
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Twist & Shout
February 17 – 21, 2016
Crowne Plaza Dallas Galleria
14315 Midway Rd. Dallas TX
http://www.balloonconvention.com/
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Circus Magic Convention
February 18-21, 2016
Crowne Plaza Hampton Marina
700 Settlers Landing Road
Hampton, VA 23669
http://circusmagicconvention.com/
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Austin Jugglefest
February 26-28, 2016
Texas School for the Deaf – Seeger Gymnasium
1102 S. Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704
http://www.juggling.place.org/jugglefest/
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March 2016
Winter Carnival of Magic
March 3 – 5, 2016
Country Tonite Theatre
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
http://wintercarnivalofmagic.com/
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World Clown Association Convention
March 7 – 11, 2016
International Palms Resort Orlando
6515 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
http://worldclown.com/annual-convention-2016/
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NEMCON “34″ – New England Magicians Conference
March 11& 12, 2016
Crowne Plaza Hotel
100 Berlin Rd., Cromwell, CT
http://www.ctnemcon.com/
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LA Fete
March 14-17 2016
New Orleans, Louisiana
http://www.lafetenola.com/
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April 2016
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Magi-Whirl
April 1 – 2, 2016
Bishop Ireton High School
201 Cambridge Road
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
http://magi-whirl.org/
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Tucson Juggling Festival
April 1 – 3, 2016
Catalina State Park
11570 N. Oracle Rd
Tucson, AZ 85737
http://www.tucsonjuggling.org/Home
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Clowns of America International (COAI) Annual Convention
April 4 – 8, 2016
Circus Circus Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas, NV
http://www.coai.org/?page=2016COAIConvention
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World Balloon Convention
April 6-10, 2016
Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel
New Orleans, LA
http://www.worldballoonconvention.com/
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Oceanside Magic Invitational – The Magic Convention on Cape Cod
April 14 – 17, 2016
Red Jacket Beach Resort
1 South Shore Drive
South Yarmouth, MA 02664
http://www.oceansidemagic.com/
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BodyCon Dallas
April 15 – 17, 2016
2919 Commerce Street
Dallas, TX, 75226
http://bodycondallas.com/
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Fechter’s Finger Flicking Frolic – The Original Close-Up Magic Convention
By-Invitation-Only
April 27-30, 2016
Clarion Hotel Palm Island Indoor Waterpark
8250 Park Road
Batavia, New York 14020
http://ffffmagic.com/
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North East Santa Gathering
April 29 – May 1, 2016
822 Route 28
South Yarmouth, MA 02664
http://www.thenortheastsantas.com/http://www.thenortheastsantas.com/
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May 2016
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AbraCORNdabra Magic Convention
May 20 – 22, 2016
Airport Holiday Inn – Des Moines, Iowa
6111 Fleur Dr
Des Moines, IA 50321
http://www.abracorndabra.com/
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June 2016
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PlayThink Movement & Flow and Arts Festival
June 15 -19, 2016
HomeGrown HideAways
500 Floyd Branch Rd.
Berea, KY 40403
http://www.playthinkfest.com/
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IgNight SoCal Fire Flow Conference
June 17 – 19, 2016
59700 Twentynine Palms Hwy
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
http://www.ignightfestival.com/
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July 2016
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Annual I.B.M. Convention
July 2-5, 2016
Grand Hyatt San Antonio
San Antonio, TEXAS
http://www.magician.org/convention/upcoming-convention
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Discover Santa
July 6-10, 2016
Radisson Hotel Branson
120 South Wildwood Drive on Highway 76
Branson, MO 65616
http://www.discoversanta2016.com/
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Society of American Magicians (SAM)
July 13 – 16, 2016
Indianapolis Marriott Downtown
350 West Maryland Street
Indianapolis, IN 46225
http://www.magicsam.com/?Annual_Convention
http://www.magicsam.com/?page=SAM2016
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VENT HAVEN ConVENTion 2016
July 13-16, 2016
Cincinnati Airport Marriott Hotel
Hebron, KY
http://www.venthavenconvention.com/
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Bling Bling Jam
July 24-28. 2016
The EL Cortez Hotel and Casino Old Downtown Las Vegas
600 E. Fremont St.
Las Vegas, NV
http://www.blingblingjam.com/
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International Fellowship of Christian Magicians Convention
July 25 – 29, 2016
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville Tennessee
http://fcm.org/usa/convention-2015/
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Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp
July 26 – 31, 2016
Christ the King Retreat Center
621 First Ave. South
Buffalo MN 55313
http://mooseburger.com/camp/
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August 2016
International Clown Week
August 1-7 of every year
http://www.internationalclownweek.org/
Whereas clowns have long been known as ambassadors of joy and good will and bring happiness to both joy and good will and bring happiness both to children and adults and
Where as: In recognition to the charitable activities of clowns and the wholesome entertainment they provide for all of our citizens: “International Clown Week” has been proclaimed for the week of August 1 thru August 7, and Now there for we proclaim the week of August 1 thru 7 “International Clown Week.”
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TnT University
August 1-6, 2016
Georgia Baptist Conference Center
462 Sonrise Way
Toccoa, GA 30577
http://www.tntuniversity.com/
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The Great Regional Puppet Festival
August 4-6, 2016
Saint Louis, MO
http://www.puppetfestivalstl.org/
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KIDabara Annual Conference
August 8-12, 2016
Music Road Inn Complex
Pigeon Forge, TN
http://www.kidabra.org/#!register-25th-anniversary/cnth
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FELT-A-CON 2016
August 13 & 14, 2016
Seattle Children’s Theatre (rehearsal rooms)
201 Thomas Street
Seattle, WA 98109
http://www.feltacon.com/
FELT-A-CON 2016, a weekend of workshops and activities celebrating the art of puppeteering
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MAGIC Live
August 14 – 17, 2016
The Orleans Hotel and Casino
4500 W Tropicana Ave.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89103
http://www.magicmagazine.com/live
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Clown Jam
August 19-21, 2016
Camden Hotel & Conference Center
275 Tanger Boulevard
Branson, MO
http://clownjam.com/
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American Clown Academy
August 22-26, 2016
Camp Obannon
Newark, OH
http://www.americanclownacademy.com/
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September 2016
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SECA Convention
September 6 – 11, 2016
Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Spring
350 Northlake Blvd
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
http://www.southeastclownassoc.org/Convention.html
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Magicians’ Alliance of Eastern States
September 8 – 10, 2016
Crowne Plaza Cherry Hill
2349 West Marlton Pike
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
http://www.maesonline.org/
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Living Art America
September 23 – 25, 2016
Atlanta, GA 30307
http://www.livingartamerica.com/
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Body Art Cabaret
September 30th, 2016
Westside Cultural Arts Center
Atlanta, Ga
https://www.bodyartcabaret.com/
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Midwest Clown Round-Up
September 27 – October 2, 2016
Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza
800 E. 81st Avenue
Merrillville, Indiana 46410
http://www.midwestclownassociation.org/2016-roundup.html
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UK Face and Body Art Convention
Copthorne Hotel Merry Hill-Dudley
September 29th – October 3rd, 2016
http://www.facepaintingconvention.com/
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October 2016
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Texas Clown Association
September 21-25, 2016
San Angelo, Tx
http://www.texasclownassociation.org/
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November 2016
Western Region Clown Association Convention
November 6th – 10th, 2016
Texas Station Gambling Hall & Hotel
2101 Texas Star Ln
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
http://www.wrcaconvention.org/
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Mid Atlantic Clown Association Convention
November 9-13, 2016
Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center
4751 Lindle Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17111
http://www.midatlanticclownassociation.com/
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Face Painting & Body Art Convention
November 13 – 18, 2016
Crowne Plaza Hotel
St. Louis Airport location
11228 Lone Eagle Drive
Bridgeton, MO 63044
http://fpbaconvention.com/
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2017 Conventions and Events
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January 2017
Florida Super Jam
January 4-7, 2017
Clarion Inn Orlando Airport
3835 McCoy Road
Orlando, FL 32812
http://www.thefloridasuperjam.com/
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Telluride Fire Festival
January 20-22, 2017
Telluride Mountain Village
Telluride, CO 81435
http://telluridefirefestival.org/
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Northeast Clown Institute
January 20-22, 2017
Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor
180 Water Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
http://www.clowninstitute.org/
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The Third KIDabra Midyear where KIDabra + Axtell = KAX
January 25 – 28, 2017
River Ridge Residence Inn by Marriott
2101 West Vineyard Ave.
Oxnard, California 93036
http://www.kidabra.org/kax-2017
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Magi-Fest 2017
January 26 – 28, 2017
Crowne Plaza Worthington
6500 Doubletree Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43229
http://www.magifest.org/
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Show Me Clowns For Jesus
January 26-29, 2017
Camden Hotel & Conference Center
275 Tanger Boulevard
Branson, Missouri 65616
http://showmeclownsforjesus.com/
February 2017
Joey To The World
February 3 – 4, 2017
First Baptist Church Hurst
1801 Norwood Dr.
Hurst, TX 76054
http://www.joeytotheworld.org/joey/conference.php
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Groundhog Day Jugglers Festival
February 3-5, 2017
Yaarab Shrine Center Recreation Building
400 Ponce de Leon Ave.
Atlanta, GA 30308
http://www.atlantajugglers.org/festivals/upcoming-festival
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MONDO Juggling and Unicycle Arts
February 10th – 12th, 2017
Concordia University’s Gangelhoff Center
235 Hamline Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55104
http://mondofest.org/
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Twist & Shout 2017
February 22 – 26, 2017
Park Inn by Radisson
3011 Maingate Lane
Kissimmee, Florida 34747
http://www.balloonconvention.com/
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Circus Magic Convention
February 23-26, 2017
Crowne Plaza Hampton Marina
700 Settlers Landing Road
Hampton, VA 23669
http://circusmagicconvention.com/
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Austin Jugglefest XXIV
February 24-26, 2017
Texas School for the Deaf – Seeger Gymnasium
1102 S. Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704
http://www.juggling.place.org/jugglefest/
March 2017
Winter Carnival of Magic
March 9 – 11, 2017
Country Tonite Theatre
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
http://wintercarnivalofmagic.com/
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NEMCON “36″ – New England Magicians Conference
March 10 & 11, 2017
Crowne Plaza Hotel
100 Berlin Rd., Cromwell, CT
http://www.ctnemcon.com/
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11th Annua LA Fete
March 14th-17th, 2017
New Orleans, Louisiana
http://www.lafetenola.com/
The name LA Fete is short for Living Arts (LA) and “Fete” meaning festival or a party.
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World Clown Association 2017 Convention
March 27th – 31st, 2017
Mandarin Hotel Managed by Centre Point
Bangkok Thailand
http://worldclown.com/2017-convention/
April 2017
Oceanside Magic Invitational – The Magic Convention on Cape Cod
April 20-23, 2017
Red Jacket Beach Resort
1 South Shore Drive
South Yarmouth, MA 02664
http://www.oceansidemagic.com/
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2017 COAI Clown Convention
April 25-30, 2017
Hosted by: Northland Clown Guild Alley 217
Hilton Kansas City Airport
8801 NW 112 St
Kansas City, MO 64153
http://www.northlandclownguild.com/2017-coai-convention.html
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Fechter’s Finger Flicking Frolic – The Original Close-Up Magic Convention
By-Invitation-Only
April 26-29, 2017
http://ffffmagic.com/
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May 2017
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IgNight SoCal Fire Flow Conference
May 5 – 7, 2017
Joshua Tree Retreat Center
59700 Twentynine Palms Hwy
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
http://www.ignightfestival.com/
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AbraCORNdabra Magic Convention
May 19 – 21, 2017
Airport Holiday Inn – Des Moines, Iowa
6111 Fleur Dr
Des Moines, IA 50321
http://www.abracorndabra.com/
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FABAIC – 15th Annual Face & Body Art International Convention
May 24 – 28, 2017
Double Tree by Hilton Universal Orlando
5780 Major Blvd
Orlando FL 32819
http://www.fabaic.com/
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June 2017
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6th Annual PlayThink Festival
June 14 – 18, 2017
HomeGrown HideAways
500 Floyd Branch Rd.
Berea, KY 40403
http://www.playthinkfest.com/
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International Fellowship of Christian Magicians Convention
June 19-23, 2017
Caribbean Cove Hotel and Conference Center
3850 Depauw Boulevard
Indianapolis, IN 46268-1144
http://fcm.org/2017Convention
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July 2017
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IBM-SAM Combined Convention
July 12-15, 2017
Galt House Hotel
140 North Fourth Street
Louisville, KY 40202
http://www.magician.org/convention/upcoming-convention
http://www.ibmsam2017.com/
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VENT HAVEN ConVENTion 2016
July 12 – 15, 2017
Cincinnati Airport Marriott Hotel
Hebron, KY
http://venthavenconvention.com/
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2017 National Puppetry Festival
July 17 – 22, 2017
Concordia University
St. Paul, Minnesota
https://www.puppeteers.org/festivals/2017-national-puppetry-festival/
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Bling Bling Jam
July 24-27, 2017
The Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino
Old Downtown Las Vegas, NV
http://www.blingblingjam.com/
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Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp
July 25 – 30, 2017
Christ the King Retreat Center
621 First Ave. South
Buffalo MN 55313
http://mooseburger.com/moosecamp/
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August 2017
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International Clown Week
August 1-7 of every year
http://www.internationalclownweek.org/
Whereas clowns have long been known as ambassadors of joy and good will and bring happiness to both joy and good will and bring happiness both to children and adults and
Where as: In recognition to the charitable activities of clowns and the wholesome entertainment they provide for all of our citizens: “International Clown Week” has been proclaimed for the week of August 1 thru August 7, and Now there for we proclaim the week of August 1 thru 7 “International Clown Week.”
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Clown Jam
August 4-6, 2017
Camden Hotel & Conference Center
275 Tanger Boulevard
Branson, Missouri 65616
http://clownjam.com/
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KIDabara Annual Conference
August 6-10, 2017
Music Road Inn Complex
Pigeon Forge, TN
http://www.kidabra.org/conference
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MAGIC Live
August 13–16, 2017
The Orleans Hotel and Casino
4500 W Tropicana Ave.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89103
http://www.magicmagazine.com/live
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American Clown Academy
August 21-25, 2017
Camp Obannon
Newark, OH
http://www.americanclownacademy.com/
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September 2017
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SECA Convention
September 6 – 10, 2017
Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Spring
350 Northlake Blvd
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
http://southeastclowns.com/
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Magicians’ Alliance of Eastern States
September 7 – 9, 2017
Crowne Plaza Cherry Hill
2349 West Marlton Pike
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
http://www.maesonline.org/
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Texas Clown Association
Sept. 27-Oct. 1, 2017
LaTorretta Lake Resort and Spa
600 LaTorretta Boulevard
Montgomery, TX 77356 (near Houston)
http://texasclownassociation.org/convention2017.html
http://www.cheerfulclowns.com/
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October 2017
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Midwest Clown Round-Up
October 3 – 7, 2017
Crowne Plaza Grand Rapids-Airport
5700 East 28th Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
http://midwestclownassociation.org/2017-roundup.html
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November 2017
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Kentucky Clown Derby
November 3-5, 2017
Clarksville, IN
http://kentuckyclownderby.com/
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Western Region Clown Association presents
The Family Entertainers Convention
November 5-9, 2017
Texas Station Gambling Hall & Hotel
2101 Texas Star Ln.
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
http://www.familyentertainersconvention.com/