{"id":5161,"date":"2022-08-23T11:39:52","date_gmt":"2022-08-23T10:39:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/?p=5161"},"modified":"2024-08-30T11:12:11","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T10:12:11","slug":"circus-at-blackpool-tower","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/things-to-do\/circus-at-blackpool-tower","title":{"rendered":"Circus At Blackpool Tower"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you&#8217;re having a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/travel\/uk-family-breaks-or-staycations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> staycation<\/a> in Blackpool make sure you do it wisely, and by wisely, we mean plan a trip around all the best hotspots<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/things-to-do\/north-west\/lancashire\/blackpool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Blackpool<\/a> has to offer. Unsure where to start? The Circus at<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/blackpool-tower-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Blackpool Tower<\/a> would be the perfect place to begin your fun<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/adventure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> adventure<\/a>&#8230;[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]Think incredible stunts, all-new jaw-dropping performances, and unmatched feats of skill all under one roof! This world-class contemporary variety show has been running for <strong>over 125 years<\/strong>, so if you are after masterclass clownery and amazing performances, this<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/attraction-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> attraction<\/a> is perfect for you. Are you ready?[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"dowtk-blog-image\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shutterstock_451143406.jpg\" alt=\"blackpool pleasure beach\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shutterstock_1290711880.jpg\" alt=\"aerial acrobatics\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                <h2>What is Blackpool Tower Circus?<\/h2> \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                Blackpool Tower Circus shows are filled with a fantastic array of dazzling performances, high thrills and pure wow-factor! Expect the unexpected at every turn with jaw-dropping stunts &amp; <strong>comedy capers, a high-jinx show, famous clowns, live musicians, dance acts, aerial acrobatics<\/strong> and so much more!<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll be cradling the edge of your seat in fear-inducing acts like <strong>escapology, illusions and fire breathing<\/strong>! There&#8217;s also the chance to learn about the <strong>history &amp; culture<\/strong> behind the circus &#8211; did you know Blackpool Circus opened its doors for the first time 1894? Over 100 years of clowns and weirdly wonderful acts have entertained families, so you&#8217;ll be in the best hands!<\/p>\n<p>Are you a class clown looking to turn some tricks or learn the art of making people laugh? Watch the incredibly talented <strong>Mooky The Clown <\/strong>and the Endresz family. These legendary clowns have been entertainers at the Tower for over 30 years! You can expect nothing but star quality and a barrel of laughs from this generation of clowns.                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shutterstock_1350771530.jpg\" alt=\"Blackpool tower\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                <h2>Are there animals in the circus shows at Blackpool Tower?<\/h2> \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                No. Wild animals were part of the circus in 1895 &#8211; 1990. In the past you could expect to see lions, elephants, boarhounds and ponies. There have been no animals in a circus show at Blackpool Tower for over 30 years since the animal welfare movement came into action.                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shutterstock_1384647482.jpg\" alt=\"circus performers in the street\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                <h2>Where is the circus at the Blackpool Tower?<\/h2> \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                The Blackpool Tower Circus entry is located on <strong>Level 2 (Ground level for disabled guests)<\/strong>. You will need to collect your tickets from our main admissions desk on the Ground Floor prior to going to the Circus entrance. The circus recommends that guests arrive 45-60 minutes prior to the performance start time to collect their tickets.                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                <h2>What are the latest events at Blackpool Tower Circus?<\/h2> \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                We know you don&#8217;t want to miss the latest circus performances, so here are some dates for upcoming circus shows &amp; other events within the Blackpool Tower&#8230;<\/p>\n<h3>Upcoming Blackpool Tower Circus events&#8230;<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">The Blackpool Tower Circus shows are open everyday of the week!<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">The Circus High Jinx &amp; Magic Show runs every Friday.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shutterstock_566250319.jpg\" alt=\"blackpool at night time\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                \n<h3>Upcoming Blackpool Tower events&#8230;<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theblackpooltower.com\/our-attractions\/events-shows\/tower-top-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Tower Top Garden<\/strong><\/a> <strong>&#8211; 14th July &#8211; 28th August 2022<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Described as a floral wonderland, this beautiful sky garden has stunning panoramic views, a skywalk, and a 4D cinema! The Tower Top Garden is included in the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/attraction-tickets\/blackpool-attraction-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Tower Eye ticket<\/a> admission.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theblackpooltower.com\/our-attractions\/events-shows\/high-jinx-at-the-blackpool-tower-circus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>High Jinx at the Blackpool Tower Circus<\/strong><\/a> <strong>&#8211; selected dates between 15th July &#8211; 21st October 2022<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">15, 22, 29 July at 2.30pm<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">5, 12, 19, 26 August at 2.30pm<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">29 August at 7pm<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">2 September at 2.30pm<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">21 October at 2.30pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Created by the <strong>award-winning illusionist and magician Michael Jordan<\/strong>, this World-class contemporary variety show High Jinx to The Blackpool Tower Circus is 90 minutes of sensational tickery, illusions, juggling and more!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theblackpooltower.com\/our-attractions\/events-shows\/sunset-sessions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Sunset Sessions<\/strong><\/a><strong> &#8211; selected dates 23rd July &#8211; 2nd September 2022 from 7pm &#8211; 10pm. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Spend your Summer evenings spent in the eye of a Tower! Parents need to have fun too and with <strong>live music performances<\/strong> including DJ sets and other artists performing live, adults can really let their hair down and unwind. Enjoy crisp cocktails and mocktails at <strong>Bar 380<\/strong> (where the Skywalk is located) and watch the city go by from heights of 380 ft. <strong>Make sure you pre-book!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Friday 22 &amp; Saturday 23 July<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Friday 29 &amp; Saturday 30 July<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Friday 5 &amp; Saturday 6 August<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Friday 12 &amp; Saturday 13 August<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Saturday 20 August<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Friday 26 &amp; Saturday 27 August<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shutterstock_384271924.jpg\" alt=\"kids in clown costume throwing confetti\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                <h2>Is this a Merlin attraction?<\/h2> \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                Yes! The Blackpool Tower Circus is a Merlin attraction and annual passholders can get VIP seating and tickets for just \u00a39.95 per person! A standard ticket to the circus typically costs \u00a319.50, so you&#8217;ll save over \u00a310!                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shutterstock_2061915110.jpg\" alt=\"circus juggler\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                <h2>Are there any other amazing attractions nearby?<\/h2> \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                It&#8217;s more a question of <em>what else is <\/em><em>inside<\/em> the Blackpool Tower, rather than &#8216;what&#8217;s nearby&#8217;. There are so many amazing attractions to discover within the tower walls such as&#8230;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/attraction-tickets\/blackpool-attraction-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Blackpool Dungeon<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theblackpooltower.com\/our-attractions\/explore\/the-fifth-floor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Fifth Floor Entertainment event suite<\/a> (great for birthday parties and business events)<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theblackpooltower.com\/our-attractions\/explore\/dino-mini-golf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dino Mini Golf<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/attraction-tickets\/blackpool-attraction-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Blackpool Tower Ballroom<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theblackpooltower.com\/tickets-passes\/experiences\/afternoon-tea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Afternoon Tea Experience<\/a> in the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/attraction-tickets\/blackpool-attraction-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Blackpool Tower Eye<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/attraction-tickets\/blackpool-attraction-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEA LIFE Blackpool Aquarium<\/a> <strong>(on the promenade)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/attraction-tickets\/blackpool-attraction-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Madame Tussauds Blackpool<\/a> <strong>(on the promenade)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theblackpooltower.com\/our-attractions\/explore\/peter-rabbit-explore-play\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peter Rabbit: Explore and Play Blackpool<\/a> <strong>(on the promenade)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"dowtk-blog-image\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/blackpool7-1.jpg\" alt=\"blackpool ballroom\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">We hope you&#8217;ve got at least a flavour of the fun you can expect on a day trip to the Blackpool Tower Circus! Whether you are after belly-laughs or suspense-filled escapology, there&#8217;s something for everyone!<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">In need of more Blackpool attractions? Then why not check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/attractions\/sea-life-blackpool-95d049ec\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEA LIFE Blackpool<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/attractions\/the-gruffalo-friends-clubhouse-z19c2au5\">The Gruffalo &amp; Friends Clubhouse<\/a>?<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Looking for a breakdown of other top UK Attractions? Feel free to visit our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Hub page<\/a> where you&#8217;ll find all the best articles on<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/theme-parks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> theme parks<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/adventure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> adventure<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/outdoors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> outdoor activities<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/parenting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> parenting<\/a> and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/parenting\/tips-and-hacks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> tips &amp; hacks<\/a> for your family time.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you&#8217;re having a staycation in Blackpool make sure you do it wisely, and by wisely, we mean plan a trip around all the best hotspots Blackpool has to offer. Unsure where to start? The Circus at Blackpool Tower would be the perfect place to begin your fun adventure&#8230;[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]Think incredible stunts, all-new jaw-dropping performances,&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29,"featured_media":5166,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[404,142],"tags":[],"thb-sponsors":[],"class_list":["post-5161","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-indoor-activities-and-sport","category-things-to-do"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5161","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5161"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5161\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5166"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5161"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5161"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5161"},{"taxonomy":"thb-sponsors","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/thb-sponsors?post=5161"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}