This summer, Cirquoise returns to Gates with a thrilling, high-energy family circus that will amaze and astound audiences of all ages. Following two hugely successful years at Gates Oakham, Cirquoise is delighted to be back and launching at Gates Woodlands Hinckley too. If past performances are anything to go by, tickets will sell fast.

Presented in a traditional Big Top located by the main Gates car park, Cirquoise offers a contemporary family circus experience featuring a unique ensemble of talented artistes with a proud Italian and British circus heritage.

Expect everything you love about the circus:

• Hilarious, laughter-filled clowning
• Breath-taking, death-defying acrobatics
• Exciting new acts, including the incredible Mexican juggler Roberto Carlos, fresh from Cirque du Soleil

Show times

Cirquoise starts in Hinckley at 11am on Friday 10th July, until the final showing at 2pm on Saturday 25th July 2026.

Cirquoise at Oakham starts at 11am on Thursday 30th July, until the final showing at 3pm on Sunday 16th August 2026.

Weekday performances run from Tuesday to Friday at 11am and 3pm, Saturdays are at 11am, 2pm and 4:30pm and Sundays are 11am and 3pm.

Prices

Weekday tickets are just £9.99 and at the weekend it’s just £11.99 per person, with under 2s free. (the child must sit on a parent’s lap) In the big top, we have a pushchair and child travel seat parking area.