First Time At The Circus? 4 Essential Tips To Prepare Yourself

So, you’ve heard that the circus is coming to town. Or, perhaps you’re off on a holiday in the United States and there’s also a circus performance scheduled at your destination. What an opportunity of a lifetime. A trip to the circus is truly a luxurious experience, but it’s also one that’s worth spending. After all, how often is it that you can say you’ve watched a circus live?

Don’t let the opportunity pass and book ticket passes now. Go front row if you can. Younglings and even the kids at heart will truly enjoy the magical night. But before heading off, it pays to prepare for it too. You wouldn’t want to let one mishap due to a lack of preparation ruin the night you’re so excited and enthralled for.

If this is your first time going to a circus, then today is your lucky day. This post has gathered for you a few essential tips to help you make the most out of your first circus experience. Keep reading to learn more. 

1. Eat A Full And Healthy Meal Before Going

Whether you’re traveling with adults or with young children, it’s a good idea to beef up with a healthy meal before going to the circus. You don’t necessarily have to eat at home. If there are restaurants nearby where the circus show is located, you can always make a reservation to have dinner there first. 

With that, as you book your next show in Vegas (or wherever it is you’re watching, for that matter), run a search for restaurants around the area you’d like to try out as well. This gives you ample time to prepare, so you don’t go through that frustration of being turned down with full tables. Surely, there’ll be other circus-goers with the same idea, so that reservation will come in handy.

It’s a good idea to watch with a full belly, especially with kids, so you don’t worry too much about feeding them snacks. You can always buy snacks at the circus, that’s for certain. But, it’s one less mess to think about when kids focus on entertainment, rather than eating.

As for the adults, circus shows can often finish late, so you wouldn’t want to go hungry. If there are no kiddos around, you can always go for late-night tapas, snacks, or beer and wine with your group before heading home, yet at least dinner is done and dusted.

2. Prepare Your Clothes Beforehand

While this isn’t an opera or evening concert that requires full-on gala attire, it’s also quite a good idea to dress your part for the circus. Don’t go too casual. It’s a very unique experience to watch a circus show, so you’ll want it to be quite special.

Here are some fashion insights to guide you:

• Dress a little funkier than usual. The circus is a great opportunity for you to dress in frills, pleats, and colorful attire which you would’ve otherwise shunned during the day.
• Wear comfortable shoes, especially when kids are around. Depending on the circus’ show location, some may have a big tent placed on open ground. If that’s the case, flat shoes or wedges would be great.
• Be ready to bring an extra layer of clothes too, especially for outdoor venues where the weather may get chilly.

Learning how to dress for the circus comes in handy when you’re traveling, so you know what to pack. For example, you’re on a cruise and at one of the stops you’ll watch a circus show. You wouldn’t want to be caught off-guard at the last moment by not being adequately dressed.

3. Verify The Dates, Time, And Location Of The Show

At least a week before the performance schedule, it doesn’t hurt to actually verify the dates, time, and location of the show. This is especially true when there are multiple shows and times and various countries. You just want to be very certain that nothing has changed, especially as to the time and the specific location.

Imagine the bummer if you arrive and you’ve realized you’ve got the wrong time and location. If, for instance, you’ve purchased from the wrong location, contact the circus company immediately days prior so changes to the booking can be made before it’s too late. They may be expensive, but circus tickets do sell out like hotcakes.

4. Pay For Premium Seating

Picture this: you and your folks are going to fly out to attend a circus show. If the budget allows it, then go the full way with the best that the experience offers by purchasing premium seating. Yes, you can still enjoy the circus even if you’re seated anywhere, but if you want an even more spectacular view, those front-row tickets will truly be heaven-sent.

A key tip? Try buying early, as you may be in for more deals and offers. Who knows, you may just be one of the lucky early birds who can also be offered upgrades on your tickets.

Are You Now Ready For A Trip To The Circus

With the hilarious antics, jaw-dropping routines, and powerful performance that a circus promises, it’s not hard to see why families should put this on top of their must-dos. Now your dream is a step closer to being a reality as you’re more ready for the experience. Whichever circus show it is you choose to watch, there are things you can do to ensure the night will be a rousing success and that begins with the list above.

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