Magic Gala: A Night of Illusion

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Magic Gala: A Night of Illusion

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

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Tickets can be purchased at the box office on the day of the event
Overview:

What if, for one evening, anything were possible…
The Citadel of Besançon invites you to its first Night of Illusion.
13 artists, 2 hours of entertainment featuring a succession of sleight-of-hand acts, grand illusions, poetic magic, and comedy.

This show, created by the collective Le Cercle magique comtois, will immerse the audience in the world of a magic cabaret, featuring a succession of sleight-of-hand acts, grand illusions, poetic magic, mentalism, and humor. The evening will also feature the amazing Zebrano, a balloon sculptor, and special guest Charly Brahim, crowned French Magic Champion in 2016!

  • Practical information:

Doors open: 7 :30 PM
Show starts: 8 :30 PM
Comfort: Audience members sit on the grass. Bring a cushion and a blanket or a light sweater for added comfort during the show.
• Event accessible with the Pass Culture, available for purchase on the Pass Culture website
Cancellation in case of weather conditions unfavorable for holding an outdoor event
• Vehicle access via Rue des Fusillés is prohibited from 7:00 PM to 1:30 AM. Spectators are encouraged to travel to the Citadelle by bus, on foot, or by bike.
• Access on foot or by Ginko bus (Citadelle line) is recommended (one bus every 35 minutes starting at 7:00 PM. Free parking at Chamars starting at 7:00 PM – last departure from the Citadelle at 11:45 PM)
• People with reduced mobility are invited to contact us by email: contact@citadelle.besancon.fr to best organize their arrival and departure from the site.
• Smoking is prohibited throughout Parc Saint-Etienne pursuant to Decree No. 2025-582 of June 27, 2025, regarding smoke-free areas.

Hours: from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours

Meeting place: Saint-Etienne Park

Target audience: General public

Prices: €15 Full price | €12 Reduced rate for Citadelle subscribers and students | €8 Children ages 4 to 17 | Free
Free for children under 4

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Additional information:
outdoors
seated on the floor