If you haven’t heard the circus is back in town. We always look forward to attending the circus every year. The Greatest Show On Earth® doesn’t disappoint. From the moment the show starts, there was never a dull moment.
Nitty Gritty:
Website: http://www.ringling.com
When and Where: Allstate Arena from Nov 1-11 or United Center from Nov 20-Dec 1
Parking: Parking is free!
Food: Tons of food option, but prices are pretty outrageous.
Crowded: We were here for the 7:00 p.m. show, and it was not too crowded. In fact all, I would say that there isn’t a bad seat in the house
Ticket prices: Prices vary but from my initial search online it varied from $15.30 – $71.35. Save 40% on weekday shows and 20% on weekend shows. Don’t forget to use the coupon code MOM for extra savings!
Highlights:
- Always amazed when the elephants perform
- Ferocious tigers
- A person being shot out of a cannon!
Tips to enjoying the circus with the family:
- Arrive early! If you arrive an hour early, you’ll be able to catch the all-access pre-show where everyone is invited to the floor to meet some of the performers and animals.
- Go see a matinee show. You may find more plus won’t have to worry about the show interfering with their bedtime, which may mean less cranky kids
- Eat before you come, unless you like paying $14 for cotton candy/hat and more than $8 for popcorn.
- Save 40% on weekday shows and 20% on weekend shows. Use promo code MOM to receive savings.
- Can’t stomach paying that much for the toys that light up? Stop by the dollar store and buy your own glow sticks.
We wish…
- …that we would have arrived earlier to enjoy the pre-show.
Bottom Line:
You know it! We’ll be back next year when the circus is in town.
