{"id":326496,"date":"2026-08-21T08:10:41","date_gmt":"2026-08-21T08:10:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/326496\/"},"modified":"2026-08-21T08:10:41","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T08:10:41","slug":"one-of-the-most-scenic-summer-destinations-in-manhattan-is-unveiling-a-massive-trampoline-for-one-day-only-transforming-into-a-theatrical-circus-experience-thats-totally-free-to-att","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/326496\/","title":{"rendered":"One of the most scenic summer destinations in Manhattan is unveiling a massive trampoline for one day only \u2014 transforming into a theatrical circus experience that\u2019s totally free to attend"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSource \/ Bryant Park – Ryan Muir – Sunset Circus – Maike Schulz<\/p>\n

Ready to soar into the last licks of summer<\/a>? Well, we don\u2019t have a trapeze to offer\u2026 oh wait, yes we do!<\/p>\n

Bryant Park<\/a> 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<\/a> and so, so much more. <\/p>\n

But this week, the iconic green space is taking things to new heights\u2014literally\u2014with a giant trampoline taking center stage for a one-day-only circus experience.<\/p>\n

\"bryantSource \/ Colin Miller<\/p>\n

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.\u00a0The best part? You don\u2019t need a ticket ot reservation join in\u2014the whole thing is free to attend.<\/p>\n

What to expect at Parallel Exit: Sunset Circus<\/p>\n

Expect an hour of high\u2013flying fun as seven circus artists from Parallel Exit take over the Bryant Park lawn. <\/p>\n

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.\u00a0<\/p>\n

And yes, that giant trampoline is very much part of that plan.<\/p>\n

\"BryantSource \/ Bryant Park \u2013 Ryan Muir<\/p>\n

What: Parallel Exit: Sunset Circus<\/p>\n

When: Saturday, August 29, 5\u20136 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: Bryant Park<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

Tickets: No tickets or reservations required<\/p>\n

What to expect: Aerial acts, juggling, acrobatics, physical comedy and a giant trampoline<\/p>\n

Who: Seven circus performers from Parallel Exit, including artists with Cirque du Soleil and Big Apple Circus experience<\/p>\n

Good to know: The performance is family-friendly, and guests can simply show up on the lawn to watch.<\/p>\n

\"\"Source \/ Sunset Circus \u2013 Maike Schulz<\/p>\n

Summer\u2019s not over yet and the circus isn\u2019t the only reason to make your way to Bryant Park! The park\u2019s free Picnic Performances continue through September, with a lineup spanning music, dance, and more arts and culture programming. Upcoming performances include:<\/p>\n

Choir Festival \u2014 Friday, August 21 at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

Emerging Music Festival \u2014 Saturday, August 22 at 6 p.m.<\/p>\n

Accordion Festival \u2014 Friday, August 28 at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

Parallel Exit: Sunset Circus \u2014 Saturday, August 29 at 5 p.m.<\/p>\n

Asian American Arts Alliance: Grace Kelly, Ashni \u2014 Thursday, September 3 at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

Brass Festival \u2014 Friday, September 4 at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

Dance Party All-Stars \u2014 Thursday, September 10 at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

American Symphony Orchestra: 25th Anniversary of September 11th \u2014 Friday, September 11 at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

And because these are Picnic Performances, there\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Source \/ Bryant Park – Ryan Muir – Sunset Circus – Maike Schulz Ready to soar into the…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":326497,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[35],"tags":[75,84,83,9,24,63],"class_list":["post-326496","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-manhattan","tag-manhattan","tag-manhattan-headlines","tag-manhattan-news","tag-new-york","tag-new-york-city","tag-nyc"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/326496","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=326496"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/326496\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/326497"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=326496"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=326496"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=326496"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}