THE BALLOON MAN

72ND MOOLAH SHRINE CIRCUS RETURNS TO ST CHARLES FAMILY ARENA

from:  interact.stltoday.com

By D R Burk

February 17, 2014 

For over 70 years the Moolah Shrine Circus has entertain kids and adults alike. A St Louis family tradition that brings out the best in family entertainment.

This is your opportunity to experience all the sights and sounds that the circus has to offer. Be amazed at the gravity-defying trapeze artists as they fly through the air with their aerial ballet. Enjoy the crazy antics of the hilarious clowns as they jump and tumble under the "Big Top". Taste the wonderful carnival food such as cotton candy, snow cones, peanuts, popcorn and soda. There are numerous acts that everyone can enjoy.

Not only do we have numerous different types of animals such as enormous elephants, and fierce tigers.  We will even let you get up close and personal with the elephants, ponies and camels as you and your family can ride them.

You'll see astonishing trapeze acts, a lovely aerial ballet, dancing elephants, beautiful, and many other talented performers. Enjoy cotton candy, popcorn and more as you watch act after act take the stage and amaze you with their skills.

Kids of all ages will enjoy the show, and it's a fairly economical way to give your kids such a memorable experience. The fun isn't limited to the show. Before, during intermission, and after the show, people will have a chance to ride an elephant, ride a pony, take a picture with a camel, or ride the children’s train. There will be face painting by the famous Moolah Clowns.

The three-ring spectacle begins Thursday March 20th, and runs through Sunday March 23rd .  At the Family Arena, 2002 Arena Parkway, St. Charles.

Kids of all ages will enjoy the show FREE (with a coupon and payed adult ticket), and with general admission tickets starting at only $18 for adults.

Show times are 7 p.m. on Thursday; and 10:30 am and 7:30 p.m. on Friday, three shows on Saturday at 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and on Sunday at 1 and 6 p.m. on Sunday.  Sunday's 1 p.m. performance has special seating for hearing impaired.

Kick-off Parade Event is March 8th.

The 2013 circus season is kicked off with the 72nd Annual Shrine Circus parade in historic Saint Charles. Come and enjoy the spectacular event on Saturday March 8th, 2013 at 12:00 Noon. Watch the famous little cars of all colors and Moolah's famous little Yellow cars will be there too. Listen to bands of all types and interact with clowns of all shapes and sizes. Be amazed by the numerous colorful floats and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with your family and friends as we kick start the magic of Moolah Shrine Circus.

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