Who would expect a Guinness World Record motorcycle daredevil to launch through a suburban big top? Families in North Lakes are about to find out when the Circus Rio Spectacular arrives.
Aerialists will dance through the air on silks and straps while a cloudswing artist demonstrates fearless agility overhead. Down on the ground, a contemporary juggler manipulates balls, rings, and up to seven clubs simultaneously—a feat rarely seen anywhere else across the country.
Handbalancing acts, Rou Cyr wheel routines, and grand illusions fill the programme alongside family-friendly comedy.
A three-time Guinness World Record holder, FMX stunt rider Brodie Carmichael, headlines the grand finale with death-defying jumps above the crowd. The Big Top operates as an alcohol-free, family-oriented venue featuring complete wheelchair accessibility, companion card acceptance, and designated ringside seating.
An on-site canteen remains open throughout each performance to serve hot food, snacks, and beverages for local families looking to enjoy a full day out.
The production runs from 18 September through 4 October, bringing international and Australian performers straight to the local community for the spring school holidays. Audiences can secure tickets online or catch the action across two action-packed halves separated by a brief intermission.
Updated 8-September-2026
