2026 Youth Circus Extravaganza

The annual Youth Circus Extravaganza, a one-of-a-kind and exhilarating experience, is our signature event that celebrates the hard work and dedication of our circus students. Admission is totally free, donations appreciated.

When Steve Roenker and Jean St. John envisioned a youth circus program, they set out to create a professional showcase that would allow the students to experience the thrill of performing in front of an audience with full production values.

This is our 27th Youth Circus Extravaganza! Circus students have been practicing their skills, while the coaches and Circus Youth in Action team have been developing the theme and final production. Featuring Maypole unicycling, German wheel, diabolo, rola bola, hooping, and juggling.

Circus Youth in Action, our creative youth development program for teens, chooses the theme and brainstorms each year's title.

It lasts 90 minutes with an intermission. There are mats behind the ring curbs for children to sit up close!

This year's title is 2026 Youth Circus Extravaganza: A Fool Year, the Four Seasons Spectacular. It will be presented on Saturday, May 16, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the St. Boniface School gymnasium - 4305 Pitts Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223.

By attending the performance, you're not just attending a show, you're showing your support for these talented young performers. Celebrate their success by bringing your friends and family to this fun family event.