Authentic French Circus Returns to America’s Oldest City

St. Augustine welcomes Cirque De Paris for an exclusive 17-show engagement this March. Under a classic big top tent at St. Augustine Premium Outlets, audiences will witness the precision and artistry that has made French circus a global standard. This isn’t a Vegas-style spectacle — it’s traditional circus craft performed by world-class acrobats, aerialists, and specialty artists.

The 325-seat venue creates an intimate setting where every flip, catch, and balance becomes personal. No audience member sits more than a few rows from the action, and the circular stage design means performers work mere feet from spectators. Anouchka Bouglione, carrying forward her family’s legendary circus heritage, has assembled a troupe that represents the pinnacle of contemporary circus training.

Show Dates & Tickets

What Makes This Production Different

Cirque De Paris strips away the theatrical excess common in modern circus productions. There are no elaborate storylines, no recorded soundtracks, no costume changes between acts. Instead, the focus remains on pure physical achievement — artists performing skills that require years of dedicated training.

The acts flow seamlessly from aerial work to ground acrobatics, from hand-balancing to contortion. Each performer specializes in their discipline, and the production highlights these individual skills rather than blending them into ensemble numbers. You’ll watch an aerialist execute sequences on silks or trapeze, then see acrobats build human pyramids with mathematical precision.

The Big Top Experience

Performing under canvas creates a specific atmosphere that permanent venues can’t replicate. The tent at St. Augustine Premium Outlets seats 325 in tiered rows that curve around the performance area. Sightlines are unobstructed, and the acoustics naturally amplify the sounds of the show — the grip of hands on apparatus, the rhythm of tumbling passes, the collective breath of the audience during high-risk moments.

Climate control keeps the tent comfortable regardless of March weather in Florida. The venue opens 30 minutes before showtime, giving families time to settle in and let children acclimate to the space before performers take the stage.

Location & Arrival Details

The big top is erected at St. Augustine Premium Outlets on State Road 16, positioned west of the historic district. This puts the venue roughly 15 minutes from downtown St. Augustine and the Castillo de San Marcos, making it convenient to combine circus attendance with other activities in America’s oldest continuously occupied European settlement.

Parking is plentiful and free in the outlets lot. The tent is clearly visible from the main parking areas. Plan to arrive 20-30 minutes early — not because seating is complicated, but because the pre-show atmosphere is part of the experience. Watching the tent fill, seeing the rigging overhead, observing the anticipation build among other attendees adds to the event.

Making It a St. Augustine Day

Evening shows at 7:00 PM work well with daytime exploration of St. Augustine’s historic sites. Spend the morning walking through the colonial quarter or touring Flagler College, have lunch on St. George Street, then head to the outlets for the show. Alternatively, reverse the order — matinee performances leave the evening free for dinner in the historic district.

The outlets themselves offer dining options if you want to eat before the show without driving elsewhere. Several restaurants are within walking distance of the big top.

Who Should Attend

This production works for genuine circus enthusiasts who appreciate technical skill, families seeking quality entertainment that holds children’s attention, and anyone curious about traditional European circus arts. The 90-minute runtime (including intermission) is paced to maintain engagement without exhausting younger audience members.

Because acts rely on physical performance rather than language or complex narratives, the show translates across age groups and backgrounds. A seven-year-old and a seventy-year-old can both find moments that captivate them, though for different reasons.

Practical Information

Seating is assigned at purchase, so arriving slightly late won’t cost you preferred spots — though you’ll miss the opening sequence. The venue is accessible, with accommodations available for guests requiring assistance. Concessions are available, but outside food and beverages are not permitted in the tent.

Photography policies are enforced to protect both performers and other guests’ experiences. Check current guidelines when you arrive, as these can vary by production requirements.

With 17 performances scheduled between March 5th and March 15th, multiple showtimes accommodate different schedules. Weekday evening shows tend to be less crowded than weekend performances, while weekend matinees attract family groups. Select based on your preference for crowd energy versus easier parking and seating.