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Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus
October 3 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus
When: Oct. 3 through Oct 4, 2026
Where: Casey Center, 233 Center Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Times: See list below
Saturday, Oct. 3rd, 11:00a.m.
Saturday, Oct. 3rd, 3:00p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 4th, 1:00p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 4th 5:00p.m.
RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY® THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH® RETURNS TO DES MOINES THIS OCTOBER AFTER 11 YEAR HIATUS!
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents The Greatest Show On Earth® is back and reimagined for a new generation, bringing a fast-paced, high-energy circus experience to Des Moines, playing Casey’s Center from October 1-4, 2026.
The Greatest Show On Earth® is a two-hour live talent show featuring the world’s best acts. This action-packed modern circus is filled with heart-pounding stunts, incredible acrobats, and immersive family moments that keep Children Of All Ages© fully engaged. From high-flying trapeze to gravity-defying acrobatics, every act is designed to wow. Performers flip, twist, soar, and launch through the air in a nonstop display of strength, precision, and courage that pushes the limits of what feels possible.