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Circus World Field Trips

Baraboo, WI

Circus World Field Trip

Explore Wisconsin’s rich circus heritage at the original winter quarters home of the Ringling Bros. Circus in Baraboo. Your admission to this National Historic Landmark includes seven massive buildings filled with fascinating exhibits, spotlighting the colorful lives, innovation, and passion that fueled America’s most popular form of entertainment for over 50 years.  

Details:

  • Exhibits are designed for students in grades PK-12
  • April 19 – May 13, Monday through Friday, 10am – 4pm (exhibits only, no live programming)
  • May 14 – September 5, closed on Tuesdays, 9am – 4pm (Performance Season)
  • September 7 – Oct 1, Monday through Friday, 10am – 4pm (exhibits only, no live programming)
  • Each field trip lasts 1 to 2 hours
  • All groups must include a 1:10 adult to student ratio

Registration fees:  

  • $8 per student 
  • One free chaperone or teacher per 10 paid students 
  • $19 per chaperone above the 1:10 adult to student ratio

Know Before You Go

Circus World field trips can take place in indoor and outdoor locations.  Please dress for the weather and bring a reusable water bottle. Please let Circus World staff know at least one week before your visit of any requested accommodations. Please contact [email protected] with any questions. 

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550 Water St
Baraboo, WI 53913

(608) 356-8341 
[email protected] 

Circus World Website

Last Updated: September 9, 2026


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