Barnum & Bailey Is BACK! Ringling Bros Circus Returning To Las Vegas

Ladies and Gentlemen! Boys and Girls! Children of all ages! "The Greatest Show On Earth" is coming back to Las Vegas with a new look. That's right, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is making its triumphant return! At least most of it.

You may have incredibly fond memories of Ringling coming to town as a kid. Frankly, many generations have those memories. But in 2017, after 146 years of touring, the highly esteemed circus tour made its final stop.

While it was a heck of a run, the use of animals during its act was being frowned upon by audiences more and more. Movies like "Blackfish" and news articles shed a bad light on animals being used as entertainment.

All that money they are saving on pooper scoopers for the animals is going to good use! This reimagined spectacle will be bringing in performers from all over the world that will stun audiences with incredible aerial acts, bicycles, highwire and trapeze and more - all in the round!

There'll be BMX bikes, trial bikes and even unicyclists being bounced into the sky in the Extreme Box Jump Trampoline, and even incredible lights and sound effects that will immerse the audience in a way Ringling Bros has never done before.

Things get underway when Ringling Bros. restarts their legacy in September, but a Las Vegas date is in the works - likely in 2024. While it may not be the circus we remember as a kid, but "different" doesn't mean bad. For a whole new generation of kids, they are about to get their first taste of all the wonder of Ringling... and we are here for it.

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Las Vegas is home to the glittering lights of the strip, the neon signs of old-school casinos, and, without question, all sorts of debauchery. It’s not exactly the first destination you would think of when planning a family vacation, especially with young kids. Vegas is a "city for grown ups" - why would you take your young children there on a trip? Believe it or not, there is more to Las Vegas than the debauchery, and Las Vegas is actually a city that offers fun for all ages.

While the gambling and partying scene in Las Vegas certainly lives up to its longstanding reputation, Las Vegas is actually home to several attractions specifically created for kids. In fact, there are plenty of family-friendly things to do in Sin City that your young kids will love. Whether you're looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors with your family or would rather stick to adventures close to the Las Vegas Strip, there's numerous adventures and memories to be had with your young kids.

Before we dive into the top seven attractions, it's important to recognize the natural (if you can call it that) wonders of the city of Las Vegas through a child's eyes. And more specifically, the wonders of the Las Vegas Strip. The Strip itself is a bright, twinkling spectacle. Just a simple drive down Las Vegas Boulevard will have your child staring out the window in amazement as the neon lights sparkle in their eyes.

With so many over-the-top themed hotels like New York New York, the Luxor, Paris Las Vegas and Circus Circus, there are spots that will capture the attention of your little ones with their mere existence. And, of course, they're also perfect for family vacation photo ops!

Let's explore the top seven things to do with your young kids in fabulous Las Vegas:

Springs Preserve is a definite must-see for local kiddos and vacationing families alike! Visit the Nevada State Museum, enjoy their various trails and train rides, and enjoy a meal at the Springs Cafe. Springs Preserve is a great time for the whole fam!

Perfect for families staying on the Strip, the Pinball Hall of Fame is the perfect, inexpensive outing for families with children of all ages. The perfect retro destination to enjoy an endless number of pinball machines and vintage arcade games! For more information on the Pinball Hall of Fame, click here.

The carnival-theme is already a natural draw to Circus Circus Hotel & Casino for children, but throw in their magnificent Adventuredome, and you've got yourself a perfect destination for any family looking for a day filled with fun! From numerous rides and attractions, to midway games and clowns galore, families are sure to have the best time exploring the wonders of the Adventuredome! For more information, click here.

Whether it's mid-summer or dipping below freezing, a hike at Mount Charleston is always a solid move for families. In the summer, Mot. Charleston offers breathtaking scenic views of rolling pine trees, and in the winter, it's the perfect destination to enjoy some fun in the snow with your kiddos!

The perfect Vegas spot for kids to experiment and explore! Families can enjoy a day at Discovery Children's Museum filled with lots of learning and lots of fun.

Another fabulous outdoor-outing, Red Rock Canyon offers a beautiful and exciting experience for the entire family. Enjoy the various hiking trails the canyon has to offer, or simply opt to drive the 13-mile scenic loop and take in Red Rock Canyon's beauty.

Give your kids a rare, unique experience with a visit to the Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay. Shark Reef is another fabulous opportunity for your children to learn while also having an absolute blast.

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This week on Aimee+Shawn has been all about contrast. Shawn's family was out of town all week, giving him the house all by himself mostly., Meanwhile Aimee started the week having recovered from having seven teen boys sleep over. May God have mercy on her soul (and her toilet bowl).

Speaking of family, it's everything to Aimee. Family, and pettiness. So when some other family cut hers in line, and then laughed about it, Aimee made sure to get the last word. Over, and over, and over again.

Shawn has drawn a line in the sand when it comes to sharing food. Seems like everywhere he turns, people either want his food or want to order exactly what he orders. Wife wants to pick, sons want his fries, dog wants the chicken on his plate and his father cannot and will not order until Shawn does. All he wants to do is enjoy his meal in peace!

This was a very special week, because Aimee's first born, Jayden, turned 15. Moms, make sure you grab Kleenex before you watch her read the letter she wrote to her son. It's a tear-jerker.

Shawn recalls the first (and only) time he ever got drunk in time for St. Patrick's Day. While Aimee has lost count of her drunk stories, Shawn got drunk for science in his mid-20s in what can only be described as the biggest crime to alcohol in human history. Crème. Brulee. Vodka. Who would even choose that?!

Being away from the family meant Shawn missed "a first" for the kids: playing bowling. It's something Shawn has wanted to do with the kids for a bit, but he didn't get the opportunity to see it through before it happened without him. Now he's a bit miffed about it.

How about TAYLOR SWIFT TICKETS?! We've got the final pairs we've been holding onto before the big concert this weekend! Plus, win your way in to Aimee's next W.I.N.O.S. event that will have the ladies going to see Barry Manilow at Westgate Las Vegas! Manilow and Merlot... how can you go wrong?

Aimee's son Jayden had a bunch of friends over for a sleepover and it may have broken the Geneva Convention.

Shawn has been alone all week and has taken to cleaning a ton of areas around the house while he has some peace and quiet. Three junk drawers. THREE.

Driving down West Cactus Avenue is a lesson in patience. Sure, much narrower roads go much faster. But not this one. And there'll be plenty of Metro motorcycle cops ready to remind you.

There is no such thing as a "fun game"... when they play, they play to win and dunk on their family and friends.

If you know anything about Aimee, she's petty. She's Queen Petty. But even you would be miffed about how this line-cutting took place.

If you WANTED fries you should have ORDERED fries. Aimee's husband Patrick has to deal with the same thing with Aimee's hungry hands.

It was one of the most amazing shows of its time. But once producers found a certain formula, they never got away from it. Hint: the formula is alcoholism.

Things have been so screwed up over the last several years that some shows and movies, once thought too bleak and implausible, seem like they are going to happen tomorrow to Aimee.

Shawn's dad is in town and isn't known to be a huge fan of animals. Shawn has realized he doesn't know how to talk to dogs and instead, he's talking in full paragraphs to his dog Pesky.

It is Jayden's 15th birthday, and it has Aimee looking back at her journey as his mom. Grab the Kleenex. You're going to need it.

It's one of the slimiest things you can do. Order food, get served and treated well, and then just walk out on the bill. It happened in front of Shawn and he's grossed out.

Yet another episode of "Aimee has difficult with the English Language"...

Some people wash them like they'd wash any other piece of clothing, but Shawn seldom ever washes his jeans. And don't get us started on bed sheets.

Aimee loves IKEA. But she just got a thing in the mail inviting her to be a part of a class action lawsuit against them. Will she take the bait?

The two shared their worst "getting drunk" stories... and Shawn only has one. But he made it count.

Aimee's dog is a sweetheart with a big bark and a huge fear of the groomer.

As a parent you want to be there for all of your kids firsts. Shawn missed one and now he's a little upset at his wife for not giving him the option first.

What began as a fun little fact finding segment slowly progressed into insanity.