The 2022 Big Top Tour
Big Top Tour Schedule
Click the name of the town to purchase tickets for that location
or call 877-SMIRKUS (877-764-7587) to purchase tickets by phone
For questions about tickets, please email boxoffice@smirkus.org
★ Greensboro, VT: at The Circus Barn Presented by The Circus Barn |
July 2 at 1:00 & 6:00 PM |
★ Essex Junction, VT: at Champlain Valley Exposition Presented by The Circus Barn |
July 6, 7, 8 at 1:00 & 6:00 PM July 10 at 11:00 AM & 4:00 PM |
★ Hanover, NH: at Fullington Farm Field Presented by The Circus Barn |
July 13, 14, 16 at 1:00 & 6:00 PM July 17 at 11:00 AM & 4:00 PM |
★ Marshfield, MA: at Marshfield Fairgrounds Presented by Marshfield Education Foundation |
July 20, 21 at 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM July 22, 23 at 7:00 PM Tickets for Marshfield can be purchased online, or in person at Mono Mono Boutique, 8 Snow Rd, Marshfield, MA |
★ Waltham, MA: at Gore Place Presented by The Circus Barn |
July 26 at 7:00 PM July 27 at 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM July 28 The SMIRKTACULAR! Gala at 7:00 PM (tickets sold separately) July 29 at 7:00 PM July 30 at 2:00 & 7:00 PM July 31 at 11:00 AM & 4:00 PM August 1 at 11:00 AM |
★ Newbury, MA: at Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm Presented by Theater in the Open |
August 4 at 1:00 & 6:00 PM August 5 at 2:00 & 7:00 PM Tickets for Newbury can be purchased online, or in person at Henry Bear’s Park, 50 Water St #24, Newburyport, MA |
★ Kennebunkport, ME: at Rockin’ Horse Presented by Kennebunkport Consolidated School PTA |
August 9, 10 at 1:00 & 6:00 PM |
★ Greensboro, VT: at The Circus Barn Presented by The Circus Barn |
August 13 at 1:00 & 6:00 PM August 14 at 11:00 AM & 4:00 PM Tickets for Greensboro can be purchased online, or in person at Smirkus Headquarters, 1 Circus Road, Greensboro, VT |
Click here for a printable schedule.
Circus Smirkus requires proof of full vaccination (including boosters as recommended by CDC) against Covid-19 with a CDC or WHO authorized vaccine for all staff, campers, troupers, and volunteers.
Audience members must show proof of full vaccination (including boosters as recommended by CDC) against Covid-19 with a CDC or WHO authorized vaccine, or show proof of a negative rapid antigen test result taken on the day of the performance.
Masks are required at all times for all guests ages two and up, regardless of vaccination status, in the Big Top tent and concessions tent when not actively eating or drinking. Guests who refuse to keep their masks on over their nose and mouth will be asked to leave the venue without a refund. Guests will not be allowed to enter the venue without a mask or if they are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19.
About the Big Top Tour
WATCH A PREVIEW OF THE 2019 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 750-seat European-style one-ring big top tent.
Big Top Tour History
Click on the arrows below to see all of the shows Smirkus has presented since 1987.
Presenters

Volunteers
Ticket Requests

Circus Smirkus is dedicated to helping community organizations that focus on children, education, circus arts and health and wellness. Our circus is able to donate a limited number of Big Top Tour tickets each year to raise funds for our fellow non-profit, tax-exempt organizations.
Please understand that we receive a clown trunk-full of requests! While we can’t accommodate every worthy cause, each request is given serious consideration.
And hey, folks – we’re a 501c3 nonprofit, too. Like you, we rely on the generosity of others as a key way to make ends meet. That said, by necessity, preference is given to organizations that can provide a helping hand to Smirkus in return. Whether it’s cross promotion, social media/newsletter representation, or reciprocal donation – your help can go a long way.
Please do not call or email to request a donation. All requests MUST be submitted using our official Ticket Request Form, which is available from mid-February through April 30. Before submitting a request through our form, please review the following criteria:
Ticket Donation Guidelines
Ticket Donation Guidelines
Please verify that your request falls within the guidelines listed below:
- You qualify as an employee or official representative of the registered 501c3 nonprofit organization which our donated tickets would serve to benefit.
- Your organization actively conducts business in CT, ME, MA, NH, NY, and/or VT -or- is a registered nonprofit circus arts organization.
- Your organization maintains community relations efforts benefitting children, education, health, wellness, circus arts -or- similarly related mission based efforts.
- One (1) donation per organization per year. (Preference is given to organizations filing their first request.)
- Must be a New England or New York based organization AND/OR a circus arts organization.
- We do not consider requests for political, controversial or for-profit organizations; sports teams; individuals or third parties.
- Cannot be used for prizes, volunteer gifts, or incentive programs.
- The purpose of the organization or fundraising event must not be contrary to the mission of Circus Smirkus.
- Preference is given to organizations that provide cross promotion opportunities or reciprocal donation. (ex: promote the show in their newsletter or on Facebook.)
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. For more information about accessibility under the Big Top, please email info@smirkus.org.
We all dream of running away to the circus. Whether you choose to join us as a performer, a spectator or a presenter, there’s room for you under the Circus Smirkus Big Top!
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