Circus Smirkus 2023 Big Top Tour
| Locations: | Multiple see below |
| Dates: | Saturday, July 1, 2023 - Saturday, August 19, 2023 |
| Hours: | Hours Vary see below |
| Ages: | Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor |
| Cost: | $$ see below |
| Category: | Performances |
After a two year hiatus, we are thrilled to announce the return of the Big Top Tour in summer 2023! The 2023 Big Top Tour show is called On the Road Again in celebration of taking our nonprofit youth circus back on tour.
★ Greensboro, VT: July 1
★ Waterbury, VT: July 4, 5 & 6
★ Northampton, MA: July 8 & 9, presented by North Star: Self-Directed Learning for Teens
★ Milton, VT: July 11, 12 & 13
★ Rutland, VT: July 15 & 16
★ Hanover, NH: July 18 & 19
★ Marshfield, MA: July 21 & 22, presented by Marshfield Education Foundation
★ Wilton, NH: July 24 & 25
★ Waltham, MA: July 28, 29 & 30
★ Simsbury, CT: August 1 & 2, presented by Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center
★ Newbury, MA: August 4 & 5, presented by Theater in the Open
★ TBD: August 7 & 8
★ Kennebunkport, ME: August 10 & 11, presented by Kennebunkport Consolidated PTA
★ Fryeburg, ME: August 13, 14, 15 & 16
★ Greensboro, VT: August 18 & 19
About The Big Top Tour
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.
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. Smirkus 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 50 shows in just six weeks!
Check The 2022 Big Top Tour for more dtails!
Things to Remember
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.
| HOURS | ↑ top |
Varies with show. Generally 11am & 4pm or 1pm & 6pm shows. (With an occasional 2pm & 7pm set). See full schedule for specifics.
| COST | ↑ top |
Purchase Tickets
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.smirkus.org/about-big-top-tour/
| LOCATIONS | ↑ top |
| Maine | --- | map | Rockin' Horse Stables, Kennebunkport, ME |
| Maine | --- | map | Maine Coast Waldorf School, Freeport, ME |
| Newbury | --- | map | Spencer Peirce Little Farm, Newbury, MA |
| New Hampshire | --- | map | Fullington Farm Field, Hanover, NH |
| New Hampshire | --- | map | Cheshire Campgrounds, Keene, NH |
| New Hampshire | --- | map | Hampshire Hill Athletic Club, Milford, NH |
| Other Boston Area | --- | map | Three County Fairgrounds, Northhampton, MA |
| Outside New England | --- | map | Saratoga Casino Hotel, Saratoga Spring, NY |
| Vermont | --- | map | The Circus Barn, Greensboro, VT |
| Vermont | --- | map | Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, VT |
| Vermont | --- | map | VT Agriculture Business Education Ctr, Brattleboro, VT |
| Vermont | --- | map | Montpelier High School, Montpelier, VT |
| Vermont | --- | map | Green Mountain Mall, St. Johnsbury, VT |
| Vermont | --- | map | Circus Smirkus Camp 409 Breezy Ava, Greensboro, VT, 05841 |
| Vermont | --- | map | Circus Smirkus Camp 409 Breezy Ava, Greensboro, VT, 05841 |
| Waltham | --- | map | Gore Place, Waltham, MA |
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