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Circus Spectacular

Dragonfly stilt walkers with their iridescent wings to diablo tricks and magic acts.

Circus Spectacular

Discover a dazzling line-up of dragonfly-themed events and activities at WWT Slimbridge this summer.

Festival goers, young and young-at-heart can come together and celebrate the long summer days. Head to our festival hub in the Visitor Centre to find out what’s on during your visit and mark the start of your great adventure. Colourful flags fly high and welcome you into the vibrant festival atmosphere.

And don’t miss our headliners! For the ultimate memory-making moments, dart down for our special event weekends. Starting with our first festival headliner, Circus Spectacular!

Date: Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 July

Discover Dragonfly Stilt Walkers with their iridescent wings and shimmering bodies. These larger-than-life insects are certain to catch your eye as they parade around our wetland centre. Don’t miss your chance for an unbelievable photo opportunity! Roaming around the wetlands at 12pm, 2pm and 3pm.

Join our Visitor Engagers for fun, hands-on activities including magic acts, circus skills, tightrope walking using chalk and a mirror. juggling, a dress up station, and diabolo tricks – all surrounded by the beauty of nature. In the Estuary Shoreline event space, 10am - 4pm.

Feeling inspired? Dress the part and decorate your own dragonfly wings. Drop in to the Art Hub.

Cost: All circus activities are free with admission ticket.

Ready to explore?

All activities are included in your admission ticket or free for WWT members.

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