Wondering where to see the best circus shows in London for 2026? Channel your inner P. T. Barnum or trapeze-loving Zendaya at these events and venues where you can get a load of everything from acrobatics to contortion, fire-breathing and more, or see circus performers alongside cabaret and burlesque. This is the greatest show...
Always fancied yourself as a high-flying performer, acrobat or gymnast? Now's your chance to have a go at the National Centre for Circus Arts.
At its immersive taster sessions, you can try your hand at everything from trapeze and aerial skills to tightwire and juggling. Tickets to get hands-on with all the fun of the circus start from just £38.50.
Cirque Le Soir is an exciting nightclub in the heart of Mayfair that's been putting on dazzling shows since 2009. Whether you're looking to book a table and enjoy a couple of drinks, surrounded by incredible performers, or are just going along for the ride, expect to see the likes of fire eaters, aerial acts, burlesque stars and more at this haunt.
@ National Centre for Circus Arts on Saturday 13th June 2026
@ One Ninety Four on Thursday 2nd July 2026 and 12 other Thursdays
Roll up, roll up for a night of circus artistry and the allure of burlesque with The Scarlet Lotus. Expect fire, high-flying danger and a fantastic feast.
As the immersive cabaret unfolds around you, you'll tuck into a showstopping selection of European and Chinese-inspired dishes. Grab your tickets to this night of epic entertainment from just £27.50.
@ National Centre for Circus Arts on Saturday 16th May and Saturday 20th June 2026
Tired of the same old fitness routine? Why not trade in the treadmill for a tightwire? At the National Centre for Circus Arts, you can climb, swing, and flip your way through their Circus Experience afternoons, featuring trapeze, aerial silks, tumbling, and more from £45 per person.
Whether you're looking for a fun challenge or just want to try something totally unique, this is your chance to defy gravity - literally.
