Big Top Circus

Holidays! Big Top Circus

Big Top Show Closed for the Season

Our upcoming show, Holidays!, premieres on Friday, May 16th, 2025. Meanwhile, there’s still plenty to see of Our Treasures so come on down and witness circus history!

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Come celebrate with us!

Celebrate classic and kooky holidays with our all-star cast. There will be high-flying to the top of the tent, juggling genius, HIGHLY handsome horses, hoops, hammocks, April Foolery, spectacular cycles – one wheel or two? And so much more!

HOURS

PERFORMANCE SEASON

May 16, – Aug 31, 2025
Wednesday through Monday
9 am – 4 pm (Closed Tuesdays)

Big Top

Performances at

11 AM

2:30 PM

ADMISSION

SUMMER PRICING
performance season

Adult (18-64): $23
Teen (13-17): $23
Senior (65+): $20
Child (5-12): $15
Children under 5: FREE

Wisconsin Historical Society members receive free admission.


More Performances

Feel the rush of adrenaline as the legendary Flying Poemas defy gravity in their breathtaking Flying Trapeze act! Soaring above the crowd daily and set against the stunning backdrop of the Baraboo

River, it’s a daring spectacle you won’t want to miss! Experience the thrill and beauty of this Festival of Flight in the great outdoors on The Green!

Kids World Circus

The Ringling brothers began their circus adventure when they were kids; giving shows in their backyard. That legacy continues today with Kids World Interactive Circus, where kids, (especially the younger ones), create their own circus, much as the Ringlings did 150 years before.

In Kids World Circus, kids play the parts of performers and animals in a fun big top production that is always unique and full of surprises.

Taking place in the Hippodrome once each day during the summer; you’ll discover that whether you’re a participant or part of the audience, Kids World Circus is tons of fun for everyone!

Animal Partners

In our performances and on our grounds, you will come across many of Circus World’s animal partners, which might include ponies, and dogs. Pony rides will also be offered at specific times for short intervals during our summer performance season.

Our animals are respected and revered members of the Circus World family. They help tell the story of the American circus as children of all ages observe the animals and human entertainers performing side-by-side in harmony.

Circus World believes that positive, healthy environments are vital for our animal partners. The animals are fed, watered, groomed and cleaned daily, where the public can view the care we offer the animals for themselves. All of the animals have access to the area’s best veterinary care and receive monthly vet inspections. Each fall the manure is offered to area farmers and home gardeners. Animals are onsite during our summer performance season only.

A donation to Circus World that supports the care of our animals is greatly appreciated.