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Below is everything acro happening over the next two months, organized by continent so you can plan without scrolling chaos.

So expect in today’s issue:

  • ✈️ Plan Ahead: Feb - March all events by region

  • 🌍 Beyond Acro: Cultural Festivals to Catch in March

  • 🧳 My Favorite Travel Tools

Cat Xu @acroinsiders

🌐 FEATURED FESTIVAL OF THE WEEK

📍 CirqueHaus Festival | New York City, USA | April 23–27, 2026

CirqueHaus Festival brings together partner acrobatics, handstands, flexibility, and movement training in the heart of NYC, with top-tier teachers, pre-fest intensives, and a full circus showcase woven into the week.

🔥 Early Bird is LIVE — $395 until March 1 🔥
That’s $100 off full price, and the best deal still available for the entire festival.

If you’re looking for a dense, high-quality training week with serious teachers and serious playtime, this is it.

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✈️ PLAN AHEAD: All Events in Feb & March 2026

(Here’s what’s coming next two months, organized by continent so you can jump straight to your region.)

🌎 North & Central America

🌏 Asia

🌏 Oceania

🌍 Europe

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Symbol Guide

🧘 = Retreat | 🎪 = Festival | 🏋️ = Intensive | 💫 = Event
🎓 = Teacher Training | ⭐ = Popular | 😿 = Sold Out

🌍 BEYOND ACRO: Cultural Festivals to Catch in March

(If you’re hopping time zones this month, here are some cultural events that are worth planning around)

📍 Las Fallas | Valencia, Spain | March 15 – 19, 2026
A 19-day explosive celebration of fire, art, and satirical sculpture culminating with the Cremà burning ceremonies.

📍 St. Patrick’s Day Festival | Dublin, Ireland | March 17, 2026
The annual city-wide celebration of Irish culture, parades, music, and all-green revelry in honor of Ireland’s patron saint.

📍 Cape Town Intl Jazz Festival | Cape Town, South Africa | March 27 – 28, 2026
Two days of world-class jazz performances at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, featuring local and international artists.

🧳 TRAVEL ESSENTIALS — What I Actually Use

I get asked a lot what I pack, book, and use on the road. Here’s the shortlist all tested over years going around the globe.

✈️ Want help planning a bigger trip?
I also offer custom itinerary planning, if you’re planning something epic, but don’t want the logistical overwhelm.

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Next week: Spring retreats for when a weekend just isn’t enough and your body wants a reset somewhere far away.

Until then, stretch like it matters and don’t trust cold muscles.
— Cat Xu
Connect with me? @acroinsiders

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