What to do in Vancouver: CircusFest
Everyone loves a circus! And with CircusFest coming to Vancouver from November 6-9, 2014, there are lots of opportunities to take in some truly amazing performances. It’s the festival’s inaugural year, and their line-up is very impressive. So round up the kids and head to one of the events, which are happening at various popular venues around East Vancouver.
CircusFest Vancouver
So what’s in store at CircusFest? Montreal-based troupe, Throw2Catch, is headlining, performing the acclaimed RESET. They will be joined by Seattle-based Acrobatic Conundrum presenting A Book is Not a Ladder and Vancouver-based James & Jamesy’s hilarious hit High Tea. You can also see Cover Me, a piece commissioned specially for CircusFest by Cirque du Soleil alumnus Tanya Burka.
The festival offers shows for audiences of all ages, so the event is a good choice whether you’re looking for a day out with the kids or a unique date night. Families will enjoy daytime shows geared at younger audiences. Grown-ups are invited to attend late night cabarets showcasing a wide range of circus arts.
Kid-Friendly Vancouver Entertainment
If you’re looking for the kid-friendly Vancouver entertainment, you’ll want to take note of Click N Play and Splash!. These are clown shows, which are great for families with children. You’ll also want to check out A Circus in Wonderland, performed by CircusWest, which has been wowing audiences across BC. And if your kids really enjoy it, you may want to check out classes at CircusWest.
Full festival passes include tickets to all 14 ticketed shows at the festival and cost $199. Day passes for Friday, Saturday or Sunday cost $60, $125 and $60, respectively. Tickets for individual events range in price from $10 to $27 each. For more information on CircusFest and the shows, or to buy tickets, visit circusfestvancouver.com.
