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

Author Shawn Tempesta

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.

Why did Ringling Bros. stop in the first place?

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.

So if there are no elephants… what will Ringling Bros. do when they come to Las Vegas?

Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey CircusAll 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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Shawn Tempesta is the co-host of Aimee+Shawn on 102.7 VGS in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is also an Emmy award nominated television host. As a content creator for 102.7 VGS, Shawn writes about current events, education, funny and trending stories.

7 Fun Things To Do With Your Kids In Las Vegas

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:

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