Russia and the Caucasus
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Great Moscow Circus | One of the largest circus buildings in the world, with a new show of acrobats and clowns every season. | Vernadsky Avenue, Moscow |
| The Nikulin Circus | A historic circus since 1880, named after the famous clown Yuri Nikulin, with shows that suit families. | Tsvetnoy Boulevard, Moscow |
| The Ciniselli Circus | Russia's first permanent circus, since 1877, with acrobatic shows that suit families. | On the Fontanka, Saint Petersburg |
| The Kazan Circus | A building shaped like a flying saucer since 1967, with a huge dome and no inner columns, reopened after a full renovation in 2018. | Near the Kremlin, Kazan |
| The Baku State Circus | Acrobatic shows with acts by international artists, and a special programme for the New Year season. | Central Baku |
| The Tbilisi Circus | A historic circus under a large dome, with a new show every autumn, such as the water fountain show. | Heroes Square, Tbilisi |
Europe
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Cirque d'Hiver, Paris | One of Europe's oldest circus buildings, since 1852, with a new show every winter by the Bouglione family. | Paris; this season's show runs 10 October 2026 to 7 March 2027 |
| The Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival | The world's most famous circus festival, where top circus artists compete, followed by the winners' shows. | Fontvieille big top, Monaco, 22 to 31 January 2027 |
| The Capital Circus of Budapest | The only stone circus in Central Europe, in a 1971 building, hosting an international circus festival every other January. | City Park, Budapest |
| The Circus Krone | Germany's only permanent circus building, seating about 3,000, with circus shows in winter. | Marsstraße, Munich |
| The Blackpool Tower Circus | A circus between the legs of Blackpool Tower, whose ring sinks and floods with water in under a minute for the finale. | Blackpool, England; the season runs February to early November |
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| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| La Perle | An acrobatic show on water in a round theatre, with high dives and light effects. | Al Habtoor City, Dubai; check the show times |
| The Chimelong International Circus | One of the largest permanent circus venues in the world, with an evening show of acrobats, magic and motorbikes. | Chimelong resort, Guangzhou |
The Americas
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| «Drawn to Life» by Cirque du Soleil | An acrobatic show by Cirque du Soleil and Disney with an animated-film story, five days a week. | Disney Springs, Orlando |
Tips before you go
- Book early for winter and New Year shows, the busiest season.
- Some shows are seasonal, such as the Cirque d'Hiver in Paris and the Blackpool Tower Circus, so check the season dates before you travel.
- Ask about the right age for children and the show length, as some shows run close to 2 h 30 min with the interval.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the world's most famous circuses?
The Great Moscow Circus and the Nikulin Circus, the Ciniselli Circus in Saint Petersburg, the Cirque d'Hiver in Paris, the Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival and the Chimelong Circus in Guangzhou.
When is the Monte-Carlo Circus Festival?
Every January; the 2027 edition runs 22 to 31 January in the Fontvieille big top.
When is the Cirque d'Hiver show in Paris?
The 2026–2027 show runs from 10 October 2026 to 7 March 2027.
Which circus shows are closest to Saudi Arabia?
La Perle in Dubai, the Baku and Tbilisi circuses, and the Kazan and Moscow circuses.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.