The 2025 Big Top Tour
Dear Smirkus Community,
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of a rigging incident that occurred during a recent Big Top Tour performance. The trouper involved is a beloved member of the Smirkus family. Their spirit, generosity, and dedication in and out of the ring shines. We are holding their family in our hearts as we root them on towards recovery.
Performances following the incident were cancelled and we will also be cancelling performances in Hanover, NH and Milton, VT. We will close our tour with the finale shows performed as previously scheduled at our headquarters in Greensboro on Sunday, August 17.
If you had tickets to performances in Hanover and Milton, refunds will be automatically issued.
Thank you for being part of the Smirkus community—we’re grateful for your support, patience, and understanding.
| ★ Town | ★ Show Times |
| Greensboro, VT at The Circus Barn 1 Circus Road |
★ Sunday, August 17 at 11:00 AM ★ Sunday, August 17 at 4:00 PM Please note: Ticket Sales end 4 hours before showtime. There may be tickets available at the tent starting 1 hour before showtime, pending availability. |
Congratulations to these 30 young circus artists ages 12-18 who will perform across New England this summer!
About the Big Top Tour
WATCH A PREVIEW OF THE 2025 SHOW BELOW:
Every summer, a freshly auditioned company of Smirkus Troupers, ages 10 to 18, take to the road in traditional mud show fashion for a two-month performance tour of New England. Backed by professional coaches, cooks, musicians and crew, our Smirkos perform to sell-out crowds in Circus Smirkus’ very own 700-seat European-style one-ring big top tent.
Each year brings a new storyline and original full-length show combining the best in traditional and contemporary circus styles. We give our troupers the full experience of touring in a classic traveling tent show. That means a complete immersion in circus life. Smirkos endure rigorous training, daily chores and the loading in and loading out of the Big Top. They revel in the joy of performance and the camaraderie of a common purpose — the passion of a shared dream and nearly 60+ shows in just seven weeks!
Big Top Tour History
Click on the arrows below to see all of the shows Smirkus has presented since 1987.
Presenters
In many towns on our tour route, the Big Top Tour is presented by a local non-profit youth or community organization.Volunteers
Group Discounts
Want to bring a large group to see a Big Top Tour show? Discounted rates may be available for groups of 15 or more: please email boxoffice@smirkus.org.Accessibility Services
To welcome our fans, guests, and spectators, the Big Top is ADA-compliant and our staff is ready to assist those with accessibility concerns to enjoy the show. If you have purchased tickets for the show, you can find out ADA Big Top Tour Special Seating Request Form here. For more information about accessibility under the Big Top, please email boxoffice@smirkus.org.
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