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What began with less than an acre of land, six historic circus wagons plus a lot of grit, determination, and passion, has now become an internationally recognized and respected institution encompassing 64 acres, 30 permanent structures, seven winter quarters buildings along Water Street, plus the Ringling Bros. Circus Train shed complex, and over 260 spectacular wagons. Circus World truly is “Wisconsin’s National Treasure!”

Our Treasures

As other entertainment forms gained popularity, Circus World began documenting and collecting important treasures of the American Circus. From original Ringling Circus buildings to the smallest flea circus prop

Our Treasures will astonish!

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21 hours ago
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Today is tax day, quite possibly the least favorite day on most peoples calendar. This 2004 promotion on the Blue Unit at Madison Square Gardens, brought some much needed joy to the occasion. Of course an elephant filing their taxes needed a jumbo sized tax for m held expertly by none other then Ryan Combs. Be sure to file today or get your extension in. ... See MoreSee Less

Today is tax day, quite possibly the least favorite day on most peoples calendar. This 2004 promotion on the Blue Unit at Madison Square Gardens, brought some much needed joy to the occasion. Of course an elephant filing their taxes needed a jumbo sized tax for m held expertly by none other then Ryan Combs. Be sure to file today or get your extension in.
4 days ago
Circus World

Make your Spring and Summer plans to visit with us and be a kid again. Connect to the timeless traditions and stupendous heritage of the circus.

Save time upon your arrival and purchase your tickets in advance here: buy.acmeticketing.com/orders/514/calendar?cart=true&eventId=621f981ed751820835ea2d4c

(photo by Kayce Dervetski)
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Make your Spring and Summer plans to visit with us and be a kid again. Connect to the timeless traditions and stupendous heritage of the circus. 

Save time upon your arrival and purchase your tickets in advance here: https://buy.acmeticketing.com/orders/514/calendar?cart=true&eventId=621f981ed751820835ea2d4c

(photo by Kayce Dervetski)
6 days ago
Circus World

Join our team at Circus World!
Our Facilities Team is looking for seasonal help in Custodial Services. If you are interested in throwing your hat into the ring, please call Circus World at 608-356-8341, and ask for Bill.

(Photo Credit: Bill Johnsen)
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Join our team at Circus World!
Our Facilities Team is looking for seasonal help in Custodial Services.  If you are interested in throwing your hat into the ring, please call Circus World at 608-356-8341, and ask for Bill.

(Photo Credit: Bill Johnsen)

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If I lived in Baraboo this is where I'd be!

With the elephants on vacation the position isn’t as crappy as it used to be ….

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me too or food service