Cirque at the Fair
Watch incredible acts at Cirque at the Fair, our dazzling free show with brand-new acts here at Wisconsin State Fair! From high-wire balancing to a jaw-dropping knife-throwing act, this is one phenomenal performance you do not want to miss!
Daily Showtimes:
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12pm, 3pm, & 6pm every day
On Tuesday, August 11, performance times will vary. More information to come.
Located just east of Entrance A on South Grandstand Avenue.
Grab VIP Seats
- There is a VIP upgrade you can purchase to get guaranteed ringside seating for Cirque at the Fair
- Fairgoers with VIP tickets will enter into the tent and see an usher to find their ringside seats
- General Admission tickets are required to enter the State Fair
- Admission to the State Fair is NOT included in this $10 VIP upgrade
- You must reserve a date and showtime for your VIP reservation for Cirque at the Fair
- Seats in this area are folding chairs with backs and seats are not assigned in the VIP area
What You Need To Know – FREE ADMISSION
- All shows are free with a State Fair admission ticket (VIP upgrade available)
- Seating is bleacher seating in a Big Top tent
- Seating is first come, first served and there are no assigned seats in the bleacher area
- Accessible seating is available
- A VIP ticket is needed to sit in the ringside seats
- The show is about 30 – 40 minutes long
- Program is subject to change without notice
Cirque at the Fair Cast
Remarkable Renaldo
Comedian Renaldo Calienes is a second-generation comedian that is ready to meet and greet everyone that enters the Big Top! He is guaranteed to put a smile on your face and make you laugh. And don't be surprised if you become part of the show!
Hula Hoops – Darling Nicol
Darling Nicol is a fifth-generation circus performer with over 15 years of professional experience in the hula-hoop artistry. Originally from Chile, she represents a circus lineage recently recognized by the United Nations as Cultural Heritage of Humanity, as well as by Child as Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Throughout her career, she has performed internationally in Argentina, Brazil, Japan China, and aboard cruise ship productions, as well as in renowned circus festivals and theatrical shows worldwide.
Her act combines technical mastery, elegance and a deep cultural legacy, delivering a visually captivating and refined performance for international audiences.
Hair Hanging/Dance – Diana Russo
Originally from Argentina, Diana Russo is a professional circus artist with a strong foundation in folkloric dance. She began her career with Argendance Company and quickly gained international recognition, earning awards at the Girona Circus Festival, Chile Circus Festival, Best Dancer-Roudance 2019 and Best Dancer Medal Argentina 2018.
She has appeared on AGT UK and toured internationally with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey (2023-2025). Diana now fuses dance and circus technique in a powerful hair-hanging act, defined by balance, strength and refined artist expression.
Knife Act – Renzo & Zuledy
Renzo & Zuledy present "The Gypsy's Fandango", a power knife-throwing act built on absolute precision, trust and mastery. Led by Alfonso Lopez, a third-generation circus performer, this act represents one of the most dangerous and technically demanding disciplines in the circus world.
Alfonso has performed with some of the most prestigious circuses worldwide, including Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Baily, Circus 1903, Sydney Opera House, Circo Atayde, and Circus Hermanos Vazquez.
Critically acclaimed where it is performed "The Gypsy's Fandango" is a breathtaking display of danger, elegance, and world-class circus artistry.
High Wire Act – Los Lopez
Los Lopez are a world-renowned high-wire trio from Mexico and Chile, recognized as top performers in their discipline. They have appeared at iconic venues including the Sydney Opera House, Circo Atayde, The Pantages Theatre, Oriental Theatre, and Madison Square Garden.
They toured internationally for six years with Ringling Bro. and Barnum & Bailey, performing across Canada, Mexico, the United States, Australia, London, Singapore and Saudi Arabia. Their signature bicycle hand-balance on the high wire is a breathtaking display of balance, trust and raw energy-an act that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.
Contortion/Hand Balance – Ursula Cortez
Originally from Florida, Ursula Cortez is a first-generation circus performer specializing in contortion and hand balancing. Driven by a deep passion for circus arts, she chose one of the most demanding disciplines in the circus world.
She is a graduate of the Florida Circus School, where she trained under ancestral Mongolian circus techniques, shaping her act into a refined, delicate and elegant contortion performance.
FAQs
All shows are FREE with State Fair admission. Guaranteed ringside VIP seating can be purchased for an additional charge of $10 online and the State Fair Ticket Office. Additionally, some tickets may be available at the Ticket Booth by the entrance of the Big Top Tent, during State Fair. However, we strongly encourage pre-purchasing online.
The Cirque at the Fair tent will open 30 minutes before each show time to start seating. The free general admission seating will remain open until seating capacity is reached. At that time, we will not allow additional Fairgoers into the show. The only way to guarantee a seat is to purchase VIP seating.
Yes, you still need an admission ticket for entry to the State Fair. VIP Cirque at the Fair tickets are for VIP entry at the show only.
VIP Cirque at the Fair tickets include ringside seats for the show. Purchase your seat online.
Bleacher seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. This general admission seating will close if capacity is reached and is not guaranteed.
No, there are fans in the venue, but no air-conditioning. Please plan accordingly.
There is accessible seating on a first-come, first-served basis for each show. Please let the show usher know you would like to be seated in the accessible seating area.
There is stroller parking near the entrance of the Big Top Tent.
Portable restrooms and hand washing stations will be located outside of the Big Top Tent.
Yes, you can bring food and beverages into the venue. Concessions will also be available for purchase inside the venue.
Yes, concessions like popcorn, snow cones, cotton candy, and beverages will be sold inside the venue.