A very different kind of circus experience is headed to Lubbock. According to an announcement shared on the official Paranormal Cirque Facebook page, the touring horror-themed show is planning a stop in the Hub City, bringing its unsettling blend of acrobatics, theater, and dark storytelling under the big top.

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The event will be held Jan 9 – 12, 2026, in a tent erected in the South Plains Mall parking lot. Tickets are available here for $20-$65. For handicap-accessible seats, please call 941-704-8572 or visit the box office when they arrive in town.

What Is Paranormal Cirque?

Paranormal Cirque describes itself as a dark, immersive circus experience designed for mature audiences. The show combines traditional circus elements like aerial performances, contortion, and physical feats with horror-inspired characters, eerie visuals, and theatrical storytelling. Performers are known for pushing boundaries both physically and visually, creating a production that leans more toward a live horror experience than a family-friendly event.

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The atmosphere is intentionally intense, designed to shock, entertain, and keep audiences on edge from start to finish.

This Is Not a Circus for Kids

One thing Paranormal Cirque makes very clear is that this is not a children’s show. The performances often feature frightening imagery, adult themes, and unsettling characters that wouldn’t fit the expectations of a traditional circus audience. It’s intended for those who enjoy horror, dark fantasy, and experiences that defy the norm. Children 13 and under are not allowed, and kids 13-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

For fans of haunted attractions, horror films, or edgy live entertainment, Paranormal Cirque offers something completely different from typical touring shows that come through West Texas.

SPOILER ALERT

Want a more detailed idea of what you’re in for? This video from The Scare Factor on YouTube shows highlights from a Paranormal Cirque performance. The Lubbock show will likely have some differences, but if you want to go in totally fresh, want and watch the video after you see the live performance.

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