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About Big Apple Circus at National Harbor

Welcome to the Big Apple Circus experience at National Harbor in Maryland. This touring show is staged in a dramatic temporary Big Top tent on the National Harbor grounds, offering an intimate yet expansive setting for families and circus enthusiasts alike. The DC engagement in 2018 showcased amazing performances like Nik Wallenda and The Fabulous Wallendas on a high wire pyramid, highlighting the spectacle that the Big Apple Circus is known for. Here you’ll find practical details to help you plan your visit—from seating and parking to nearby accommodations and dining options.

National Harbor is a vibrant waterfront district just outside Washington, DC, featuring hotels, restaurants, and entertainment. The Big Top tent at National Harbor provides seating that seats around 1,600 (with configurations extending up to roughly 1,700). This page covers everything you need to know for a smooth, enjoyable visit, including transit options via local metro buses and Harbor Circulator, plus convenient parking in two garages.

Whether you’re a first-time circus-goer or a longtime fan, securing your seats with Gold Coast Tickets is straightforward and dependable. We’ve got you covered with clear information, reliable access, and affiliate-friendly hotel and dining recommendations to enhance your stay near the Big Apple Circus at National Harbor. For more details, check the official seating chart linked through our partner pages and plan your trip with confidence.

Note: National Harbor continues to host tented circuses and other big-top events. The DC run in 2018 was a touring engagement within the larger Big Apple Circus season, not a permanent relocation. When planning, verify current show dates and tent setup for the latest experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and venue type: National Harbor, MD (intersection of Waterfront St. & St. George Blvd) in a temporary Big Top tent on National Harbor grounds.
  • Dates and showcase: DC engagement ran March 8 – April 1, 2018, as part of the circus's 40th anniversary tour.
  • Capacity and seating: tent seating around 1,600 (ranges up to ~1,700 depending on configuration).
  • Notable acts: Nik Wallenda and The Fabulous Wallendas performed on the high wire pyramid; a standout feature of the DC run.
  • Seating chart: an official seating reference for the National Harbor Big Apple Circus is available via TickPick’s seating chart page.
  • Parking and transit: National Harbor parking in St. George Garage or Mariner Garage; transit options include NH1/NH2 Metro buses and a Harbor Circulator for guests.
  • Nearby hotels: Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center (201 Waterfront St) and MGM National Harbor are the key nearby hotels; both are within easy reach of the venue.
  • Notes on venue status: National Harbor continues to host tented circuses and other big-top events; the DC engagement in 2018 was a touring stop rather than a permanent venue change.