Ringling Bros. Bringing 'The Greatest Show On Earth' Back To San Diego

SAN DIEGO, CA — Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey's "The Greatest Show on Earth" will return to San Diego in September for the first time in 11 years, bringing the iconic circus show to Pechanga Arena San Diego.

The two-hour live talent show is scheduled for five performances Sept. 11-13 and will feature acrobats, trapeze artists, stunt performers, dancers and other acts. The production will also include audience interaction, music, visual effects and Bailey the Robo Pup, a Ringling character.

The circus last performed in San Diego in 2015. The current production, relaunched in 2023, is a reimagined version of the longtime circus brand.

Ringling's five-show engagement in San Diego will also feature the Ninja Kidz, a group of YouTube creators with more than 25 million subscribers. They will appear alongside Ringling performers in pre-show and in-show segments, fan interactions and circus-inspired challenges. The San Diego shows are the Ninja Kidz's only live appearance with Ringling, according to the company.

Performances are scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11; 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12; and noon and 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13. Pre-show activities begin 30 minutes before each performance.

Pechanga Arena San Diego is at 3500 Sports Arena Blvd.

Tickets include $15 kids tickets for children ages 2-12 with the purchase of an adult ticket. An opening-night promotion also offers 50% off tickets, subject to restrictions and fees.

Tickets are available through AXS and the venue box office.