Circus Sarasota
Circus Sarasota
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Sarasota, Florida is known as the “Circus Capital of the World,” and Circus Sarasota is our resident hometown circus. Annual professional performances are showcased in a one-ring, five-star, European-style Big Top tent. Circus Sarasota is acclaimed around the globe for world-class artistry and entertainment. Ticket prices vary according to seat selection. We invite you to visit our website and sign up for emails to stay current on performance dates and Circus Sarasota events.
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- lwend3 contributionsCircus great. Grounds can be a mud pit.The circus was excellent. The acts were top notch. The only downside was that we went on a rainy day and there is no gravel anywhere. It was a mud pit. Shoes were ruined and car needed lots of cleaning. Be aware of that if attending during rain.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 21 February 2024
- Marlene J1 contributionFantastic!!!On the way home after watching these wonderful and talented performers . I never laughed so hard or was so mesmerized and stunned by the strength and professionalism of the acts. Everyone of these people are fantastic! We have never been to a circus, didn’t know what to expect, we were not disappointed !Thank you for a great evening and we will be back for 2025!Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 February 2024
- Susan BMinneapolis, Minnesota70 contributionsWonderful performance. Very enjoyable.We took our two grandchildren and their parents to an afternoon performance. It held the 5 year oldest attention throughout the entire performance, but the 3 year old was less interested in some of the performances. The initial act is with beautiful horses, though they are the only animals in the entire show. (they used to have dogs too). There were demonstrations of strength, balance, timing and precision. At times, we winced when their body was contorted and then others stepped up on it! Parents/Grandparents - be aware of lots of flashing toys, face painting and food located in the tent before you enter the seating area! After the show, the performers come out to a roped-off area in that tent, and you can take pictures with them. Their costumes are bright and sparkly, so the kids love them! Bathrooms are located in a trailer beside the tent. The stalls are very small; no room for patent and child. The only complaint is trying to leave the parking lot after the show. There's nobody directing traffic, and most don't understand how to zipper. It took us 45 minutes to get out, and we were parked close to the exit.Visited February 2024Travelled with familyWritten 13 March 2024
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Susan B
Minneapolis, MN70 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
We took our two grandchildren and their parents to an afternoon performance. It held the 5 year oldest attention throughout the entire performance, but the 3 year old was less interested in some of the performances.
The initial act is with beautiful horses, though they are the only animals in the entire show. (they used to have dogs too). There were demonstrations of strength, balance, timing and precision. At times, we winced when their body was contorted and then others stepped up on it!
Parents/Grandparents - be aware of lots of flashing toys, face painting and food located in the tent before you enter the seating area!
After the show, the performers come out to a roped-off area in that tent, and you can take pictures with them. Their costumes are bright and sparkly, so the kids love them!
Bathrooms are located in a trailer beside the tent. The stalls are very small; no room for patent and child.
The only complaint is trying to leave the parking lot after the show. There's nobody directing traffic, and most don't understand how to zipper. It took us 45 minutes to get out, and we were parked close to the exit.
The initial act is with beautiful horses, though they are the only animals in the entire show. (they used to have dogs too). There were demonstrations of strength, balance, timing and precision. At times, we winced when their body was contorted and then others stepped up on it!
Parents/Grandparents - be aware of lots of flashing toys, face painting and food located in the tent before you enter the seating area!
After the show, the performers come out to a roped-off area in that tent, and you can take pictures with them. Their costumes are bright and sparkly, so the kids love them!
Bathrooms are located in a trailer beside the tent. The stalls are very small; no room for patent and child.
The only complaint is trying to leave the parking lot after the show. There's nobody directing traffic, and most don't understand how to zipper. It took us 45 minutes to get out, and we were parked close to the exit.
Written 13 March 2024
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Denise S
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Family
Took my 86 yr old mother to a matinee show. Friendly seating staff and comfortable seats ( near the ring). The performances were entertaining , colorful, impressive and some funny. We enjoyed the show. Unfortunately, we were disappointed in the handicap and disabled access to the tent and in the tent. We were driven and the traffic around the tent was chaotic. there were 2 events happening that day, the circus and the world championship rowing. And no traffic controllers on the roadway to regulate in and out access. Cars were entering from all directions into a narrow entrance. There was also no designated area for drop off. so this would be a valued improvement for the future .
Written 3 March 2024
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Deborah M
Akron, OH63 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
The Ringling Museum really piqued our interest in the whole circus world, so we jumped at the chance to go to a real circus under a big top. So glad we did! All of the acts are exceptional! Highly recommend this for all ages.
Written 25 February 2024
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Marlene J
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Couples
On the way home after watching these wonderful and talented performers . I never laughed so hard or was so mesmerized and stunned by the strength and professionalism of the acts. Everyone of these people are fantastic! We have never been to a circus, didn’t know what to expect, we were not disappointed !Thank you for a great evening and we will be back for 2025!
Written 22 February 2024
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lwend
3 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
The circus was excellent. The acts were top notch. The only downside was that we went on a rainy day and there is no gravel anywhere. It was a mud pit. Shoes were ruined and car needed lots of cleaning. Be aware of that if attending during rain.
Written 21 February 2024
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Tom G
2 contributions
Jun 2023
Attended last week. It was EXCELLENT!! Talent and real family fun.
I would hope that the Zorilla Brothers are able to continue their act!!
All the acts and the comedy team were delightful.
Will bring our other grand kids to the show.
I would hope that the Zorilla Brothers are able to continue their act!!
All the acts and the comedy team were delightful.
Will bring our other grand kids to the show.
Written 18 June 2023
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LYNDA T
Montreal, Canada198 contributions
Feb 2023
Reminded me of my childhood. A real circus with great acts. Under a circus tent selling popcorn, snow cones candy floss and lots of other “goodies”but also beer for the adults.
Tremendous enthusiasm on the part of the owners, the performers and the multiple volunteers.
Definitely worth attending.
They also have camps for children and young adults teaching trapeze and other circus stuff, how lucky they are❤️
Tremendous enthusiasm on the part of the owners, the performers and the multiple volunteers.
Definitely worth attending.
They also have camps for children and young adults teaching trapeze and other circus stuff, how lucky they are❤️
Written 16 February 2023
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PhotoPhritz
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Apr 2022 • Couples
Amazing talent & acts by young people. Ah, the feeling of “The Big Tent”. Very reasonable prices. What a show!! My wife says “Astonishing”, well worth going!!
Written 23 April 2022
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GMR
Sarasota, FL103 contributions
Feb 2022
I am not a "circus guy", but this experience was so much fun and exciting. Staff (volunteers) were all so friendly and helpful. Show was dynamic and fun. I liked the small circus feel of the place. Bello Nock was so funny and talented. I would recommend the circus to everyone. Great time!
Written 21 February 2022
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David S
Cape Coral, FL21 contributions
Feb 2020
We found the performers were very entertaining, loved the comedy at the beginning and between the acts. A little over 2 hours time but it passed very quickly. They do have a break about half way through for concessions.
Written 15 March 2020
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James P
Pittsburgh, PA47 contributions
Are mezzanine seats bleacher seats or do they have back rests?
Culture17642104550
Sarasota, FL
What section of the Circus Sarasota Big Top provides the best viewing experience? (I.e. what’s the “best seat in the house?”)
Lolabelle2015
Bradenton, FL6 contributions
Will the Circus be open Thanksgiving weekend and if so, what are the hours of operation? Thanks,
Which is the suitable way to see
bl0wn
Nokomis, FL19 contributions
Facing their entrance.
ewp8m
Atlanta, GA4 contributions
Are we allowed to bring in bags? I want to bring something to occupy my kids before the show starts and don’t want to be turned away because I don’t have a clear bag or have a bag at all.
Wanderer675564
Rome, Italy2 contributions
I had planned to attend this "show" but assumed that in this day and age that animals would not be used as attractions, but only the talents of humans. Because of the above review, my family will not finance sad horses and a terrified dog. We would simply be too depressed to watch such a spectacle. The emotional and physical needs of non -human animals are well known now and should be protected and valued. Ringling used to lug wild animals from place to place. Those miserable days should be over now. While the review above reports on domestic animals... it appears that they are not happy to be placed in this environment. Ringling should focus solely on the amazing and stunning skills of human actors on stage. When this happens my family will be happy to pay and watch.
erichlaumer
Sarasota, FL108 contributions
I would say this is not a Ringling Product. His name was nowhere in advertisements. I am not sure, but dogs used could be rescues (allowing them to have a life). I went to the Strawberry Festival and a dog act there stressed that only rescue dogs were used. I know some dog breeds do need a job to be happy. Herding dogs especially, need to use their brain. If they don't have a job they create their own, they are very creative but sometimes this could also lead to destructive behavior.
Is the tent air-conditioned?
Chris C
2 contributions
Yes around 75 deg f inside
Luciana O
3 contributions
Hola hoy a qué hora es la función, cuánto dura y que valor tiene la entrada
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- Circus Sarasota is open:
- Mon - Fri 09:00 - 17:00
- Hotels near Circus Sarasota:
- (0.36 mi) Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch
- (0.64 mi) Hampton Inn and Suites Sarasota/University Park
- (0.78 mi) Hyatt Place Sarasota / Lakewood Ranch
- (0.74 mi) Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center
- (0.53 mi) Even Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch, an IHG Hotel
- Restaurants near Circus Sarasota:
- (0.09 mi) Auntie Anne's
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