Family Shows in Minneapolis

Family-friendly theatre, circus shows, magic performances, and live entertainment in Minneapolis.

Updated: October 14, 2026
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Minneapolis hosts 122 upcoming family shows, including children's theatre, circus performances, magic shows, and puppetry, with tickets starting from $25 and averaging $89, across venues throughout Minneapolis, MN. Next up: October 22, 2026 at The Event Lot at 82nd Ave. Schedules updated as of October 14, 2026.

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Upcoming Shows
Oct 22
Next Show
$25
Lowest Price
$89
Average Price
Next Family Show:
Venardos Circus
Oct 22 · 7:00 PM · Osseo, MN
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Family Shows Schedule 2026

Upcoming family performances updated daily.
Upcoming Family Shows: 122
  • Oct
    22
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    CIRCUS
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    23
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    CIRCUS
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    23
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
    Grand Casino Arena • 20,554 seats
    Grand Casino Arena
    location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102
    From $27Avg. price ~ $50Tickets Available: 921
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  • Oct
    24
    2026
    10:30 AM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
    Grand Casino Arena • 20,554 seats
    Grand Casino Arena
    location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102
    From $25Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 643
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    24
    2026
    11:00 AM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Weekend Event
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    24
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Weekend Event
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 71
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    24
    2026
    2:30 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
    Grand Casino Arena • 20,554 seats
    Grand Casino Arena
    location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102
    From $28Avg. price ~ $67Tickets Available: 288
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    24
    2026
    5:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Weekend Event
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    24
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Weekend Event
    Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
    Grand Casino Arena • 20,554 seats
    Grand Casino Arena
    location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102
    From $30Avg. price ~ $67Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    25
    2026
    10:30 AM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
    Grand Casino Arena • 20,554 seats
    Grand Casino Arena
    location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102
    From $28Avg. price ~ $66Tickets Available: 489
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    25
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    Weekend Event
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    25
    2026
    2:30 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    Weekend Event
    Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
    Grand Casino Arena • 20,554 seats
    Grand Casino Arena
    location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102location199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102
    From $29Avg. price ~ $50Tickets Available: 429
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    25
    2026
    5:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    Weekend Event
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    28
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    CIRCUS
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
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  • Oct
    28
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Wed
    MAGIC SHOWS
    High Demand
    Derek Hughes
    Acme Comedy Company
    Acme Comedy Company
    location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    From $44Avg. price ~ $139Tickets Available: 72
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  • Oct
    29
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    CIRCUS
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    29
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Thu
    MAGIC SHOWS
    High Demand
    Derek Hughes
    Acme Comedy Company
    Acme Comedy Company
    location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    From $40Avg. price ~ $136Tickets Available: 72
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  • Oct
    30
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    CIRCUS
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    30
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    MAGIC SHOWS
    High Demand
    Derek Hughes
    Acme Comedy Company
    Acme Comedy Company
    location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    From $68Avg. price ~ $166Tickets Available: 64
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  • Oct
    30
    2026
    9:30 PM
    Fri
    MAGIC SHOWS
    High Demand
    Derek Hughes
    Acme Comedy Company
    Acme Comedy Company
    location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    From $44Avg. price ~ $137Tickets Available: 72
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    31
    2026
    11:00 AM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Weekend Event
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    31
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Weekend Event
    Venardos Circus
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
    location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369location12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
    From $50Avg. price ~ $89Tickets Available: 73
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    31
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    MAGIC SHOWS
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Derek Hughes
    Acme Comedy Company
    Acme Comedy Company
    location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    From $43Avg. price ~ $138Tickets Available: 72
    View Tickets
  • Oct
    31
    2026
    9:30 PM
    Sat
    MAGIC SHOWS
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Derek Hughes
    Acme Comedy Company
    Acme Comedy Company
    location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401location708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    From $71Avg. price ~ $171Tickets Available: 64
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Featured Shows for Kids

Popular family performances and live entertainment.
Venardos Circus
Venardos Circus
CIRCUS
12500 82nd Ave. N., Osseo, MN 55369
Upcoming Family Shows: 131
Next Show: Oct 22, 2026 7:00 PM
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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
CIRCUS
199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102
Upcoming Family Shows: 52
Next Show: Oct 23, 2026 7:00 PM
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Derek Hughes
Derek Hughes
MAGIC SHOWS
708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Upcoming Family Shows: 6
Next Show: Oct 28, 2026 8:00 PM
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Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
CHILDREN / FAMILY
1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Nov 08, 2026 2:00 PM
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Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero
Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero
Ice Show
199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102
Upcoming Family Shows: 124
Next Show: Nov 19, 2026 7:00 PM
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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
HOLIDAY
12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, MN 55337
Upcoming Family Shows: 57
Next Show: Nov 22, 2026 3:00 PM
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Amy Grant
Amy Grant
HOLIDAY
199 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102
Upcoming Family Shows: 22
Next Show: Dec 04, 2026 7:00 PM
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Jay Fuchs
Jay Fuchs
HOLIDAY
6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis, MN 55432
Upcoming Family Shows: 2
Next Show: Dec 06, 2026 5:00 PM
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Minnesota Opera
Minnesota Opera
HOLIDAY
1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Upcoming Family Shows: 15
Next Show: Dec 08, 2026 7:00 PM
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Lucy Darling
Lucy Darling
MAGIC SHOWS
710 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Upcoming Family Shows: 35
Next Show: Dec 11, 2026 7:30 PM
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Bluey's Big Play
Bluey's Big Play
CHILDREN / FAMILY
910 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Upcoming Family Shows: 176
Next Show: Dec 12, 2026 11:00 AM
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Christmas With Elvis
Christmas With Elvis
HOLIDAY
12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, MN 55337
Upcoming Family Shows: 2
Next Show: Dec 16, 2026 7:00 PM
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An Andy and Bing Christmas
An Andy and Bing Christmas
HOLIDAY
12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, MN 55337
Upcoming Family Shows: 2
Next Show: Dec 20, 2026 2:00 PM
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Cirque Alice
Cirque Alice
CIRCUS
805 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Upcoming Family Shows: 56
Next Show: Mar 30, 2027 7:00 PM
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Browse upcoming family-friendly productions, children's theatre performances, touring shows, educational entertainment, and seasonal events.

Family Shows by Category

Explore family entertainment for children and all ages.

🎭 Children's Theatre
Live stage productions designed for young audiences.
🎪 Circus Shows
Acrobatic performances, family spectacles, and touring productions.
✨ Magic Shows
Illusions, family entertainment, and interactive performances.
🎄 Holiday Shows
Seasonal productions and family celebrations.
🧸 Character Shows
Popular children's characters and family productions.
🎵 Musical Productions
Family musicals and musical theatre performances.
🎨 Educational Shows
Interactive performances combining learning and entertainment.
🎭 Touring Productions
National and international family entertainment events.

Family-Friendly Venues

Theatres and venues hosting family performances.
Acme Comedy Company
Minneapolis, MN
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 6
Next Show: Oct 28, 2026
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Grand Casino Arena
Saint Paul, MN
Casino / Entertainment
Upcoming Family Shows: 15
Next Show: Oct 23, 2026
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Masquerade Dance Theater at Ames Center
Burnsville, MN
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 4
Next Show: Nov 22, 2026
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Orchestra Hall - MN
Minneapolis, MN
Concert Hall
Upcoming Family Shows: 3
Next Show: Nov 08, 2026
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Orpheum Theatre - Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 4
Next Show: Dec 12, 2026
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Pantages Theatre - MN
Minneapolis, MN
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 5
Next Show: Dec 11, 2026
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State Theatre - MN
Minneapolis, MN
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 2
Next Show: Mar 30, 2027
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The Dunsmore Room at Crooners
Minneapolis, MN
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 2
Next Show: Dec 06, 2026
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The Event Lot at 82nd Ave
Osseo, MN
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 14
Next Show: Oct 22, 2026
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About Family Shows

Live entertainment for children and families.

Family shows include children's theatre, circus performances, magic acts, touring productions, seasonal events, musicals, educational performances, and live entertainment designed for children, parents, and multi-generational audiences.

Family Shows Overview

Family entertainment at a glance.

Category Examples
Children's Theatre Stage productions for young audiences
Circus Shows Acrobatic and touring family productions
Magic Shows Illusion and interactive performances
Family Musicals Musical theatre and family productions
Holiday Shows Seasonal and festive performances
Character Shows Children's entertainment productions
Educational Shows Learning-focused live entertainment
Touring Productions National and international touring shows

Family Shows FAQ

Answers to common questions about family shows, venues, tickets, and schedules.

What types of family shows are available in Minneapolis?

Family shows may include children's theatre, circus performances, magic shows, family musicals, educational productions, and seasonal events.

Are family shows suitable for all ages?

Many family shows are designed for children and parents, though age recommendations may vary by production.

Where are family shows performed in Minneapolis?

Family shows are commonly presented at theatres, performing arts centers, arenas, convention centers, and entertainment venues.

Can I find family shows during school holidays?

Yes. Many venues schedule special family performances during holidays, weekends, and school breaks.

Are tickets required for family shows?

Most family performances require tickets, although some community and seasonal events may offer free admission.

How can I find upcoming family shows?

Browse the schedule by date, venue, category, or month to discover upcoming family entertainment.

Do touring family productions visit Minneapolis?

Many national and international family productions regularly tour major cities and regional venues.

How often is the family shows schedule updated?

Show schedules, venue information, and ticket availability are updated regularly throughout the year.