It’s Circus Time in Florida

When we moved to Venice, Florida in 1980 one of the most exciting things we learned about our new home was that is was the winter home to Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus! While the circus has left Venice, they are still headquartered and winter in the Tampa Bay area. Thanks to our location, we are the first ones to go to the circus each year. This year, the circus kicks off its show LEGENDS at Amalie Arena January 6-10, 2016 and tickets are on sale now.

Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson guides Paulo the Legend Seeker on a quest to discover real, living legends from around the world. Audiences will experience Alexander Lacey and his enduring bond with his lions, majestic leopard and tigers during one of the most captivating acts. The Solar Hawks, a dream team of acrobats, come together to amaze by attempting four consecutive triple somersaults on a one-of-a-kind double-wide trapeze specifically designed for The Greatest Show On Earth®. The Riders of the Wind, Cossack trick-riders will thrill as they thunder into the arena on the backs of thoroughbred horses stealing your breath with their daring stunts. Experience and learn about the special relationship between trainers and treasured Ringling Bros.® Asian Elephants as each trainer shows off individual elephant’s natural skills and abilities.

Free to all ticketholders, the All Access Pre-show starts an hour before the show. Come down to the arena floor and meet the performers of The Greatest Show On Earth, get autographs, take photos and enter to win a one-of-a-kind pachyderm painting.
Ticketholders can purchase an upgrade and go backstage with a VIP Behind the Scenes Tour of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. The backstage experience includes an insider look at props and wardrobe, an up close and personal encounter with the animals and a chance to meet stars from the show. Fans will also have an opportunity to take pictures and learn educational fun facts. To take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime experience, just log on to ringlingbros.expapp.com from your iPhone or Android smartphone, and provide your name, e-mail and phone number to become a VIP circus insider.

Tampa Circus Show Information

Performance Schedule:

• Wednesday, January 6 at 7:30 p.m.
• Thursday, January 7 at 7:30 p.m.
• Friday, January 8 at 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, January 9 at 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday, January 10 at 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m.

Tickets

Tickets for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents LEGENDS start at $16. All seats are reserved and tickets are on sale now.You can ‘buy early and save’ with this offer for $4 off using promo code 4MOM. The promo code is not valid on day of show or premium seating. Valid on select performances as it can change on demand. Tickets are available at www.Ringling.com or www.ticketmaster.com, at any Ticketmaster outlet, by calling 800-745-3000, or at the Amalie Arena box office (phone for information only: 813-301-2500). For group ticket sales and information, call 866-248-8740.

Tampa Circus Ticket Giveaway

This giveaway is for 4 tickets to opening night, Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at Amalie Area in Tampa, FL. Tickets will be available at will call. This giveaway is open to US residents only. The winner will be chosen by Rafflecopter and verified. The winner will be notified via email and they will have 48 hours to claim their prize. The Mom Maven is not responsible for prize fulfillment, that is the responsibility of the giveaway sponsor. The giveaway ends at 12:00am on 12/23/15.

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See you at the circus!