Source / Bryant Park – Ryan Muir – Sunset Circus – Maike Schulz
Ready to soar into the last licks of summer? Well, we don’t have a trapeze to offer… oh wait, yes we do!
Bryant Park has been home to a fair share of immersive experiences this summer, from explosive Knicks watch party experiences to a massive game of musical chairs and so, so much more.
But this week, the iconic green space is taking things to new heights—literally—with a giant trampoline taking center stage for a one-day-only circus experience.
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On Saturday, August 29, Parallel Exit: Sunset Circus will transform the Bryant Park lawn into a theatrical circus complete with aerial acts, juggling, acrobatics, physical comedy and, yes, a giant trampoline. The best part? You don’t need a ticket ot reservation join in—the whole thing is free to attend.
What to expect at Parallel Exit: Sunset Circus
Expect an hour of high–flying fun as seven circus artists from Parallel Exit take over the Bryant Park lawn.
The performance will feature aerial acts, juggling, acrobatics and physical comedy, with performers from Cirque du Soleil, Big Apple Circus and beyond bringing the spectacle to life.
And yes, that giant trampoline is very much part of that plan.
Source / Bryant Park – Ryan Muir
What: Parallel Exit: Sunset Circus
When: Saturday, August 29, 5–6 p.m.
Where: Bryant Park
Cost: Free
Tickets: No tickets or reservations required
What to expect: Aerial acts, juggling, acrobatics, physical comedy and a giant trampoline
Who: Seven circus performers from Parallel Exit, including artists with Cirque du Soleil and Big Apple Circus experience
Good to know: The performance is family-friendly, and guests can simply show up on the lawn to watch.
Source / Sunset Circus – Maike Schulz
Summer’s not over yet and the circus isn’t the only reason to make your way to Bryant Park! The park’s free Picnic Performances continue through September, with a lineup spanning music, dance, and more arts and culture programming. Upcoming performances include:
Choir Festival — Friday, August 21 at 7 p.m.
Emerging Music Festival — Saturday, August 22 at 6 p.m.
Accordion Festival — Friday, August 28 at 7 p.m.
Parallel Exit: Sunset Circus — Saturday, August 29 at 5 p.m.
Asian American Arts Alliance: Grace Kelly, Ashni — Thursday, September 3 at 7 p.m.
Brass Festival — Friday, September 4 at 7 p.m.
Dance Party All-Stars — Thursday, September 10 at 7 p.m.
American Symphony Orchestra: 25th Anniversary of September 11th — Friday, September 11 at 7 p.m.
And because these are Picnic Performances, there’s no need to overthink the logistics: Bryant Park provides hundreds of free blankets and plenty of bistro chairs, while food and drinks are available from local vendors. No registration is required, so you can simply show up, grab a spot on the lawn, and settle in for the show.