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About Big Apple Circus - Washington DC

Welcome to the Big Apple Circus at National Harbor, a unique, seasonal tent experience set in Oxon Hill, Maryland. The Grand Chapiteau—Big Top—hosts intimate, family-friendly circus performances in a marquee venue with a seating capacity of about 360. While there aren’t current 2026 shows announced for Washington DC, this page covers the venue experience, logistics, and nearby options so you can plan ahead for future appearances or similar events in the area.

National Harbor offers a lively waterfront district with hotels, dining, and entertainment within easy reach. When the circus is in town, secure your seats through trusted partners and make the most of your visit with convenient parking and transit options.

Parking is convenient at nearby National Harbor garages, including St. George Garage (251 Mariner Passage) and Mariner Garage (Waterfront Street & Mariner Passage). For public transit, WMATA bus routes P94, P90, and C11 provide service to the area. After the show, consider staying nearby at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center (201 Waterfront Street) or MGM National Harbor (101 MGM National Ave), along with other National Harbor hotels such as Westin National Harbor. We’ve highlighted affiliate partners for hotels and dining to help you plan an easy, stress-free visit. Whether you’re attending a past engagement like the Circus of the Senses or a high-wire act, we’ve got you covered with practical details and reliable recommendations.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Maryland (Big Apple Circus tent located at 238 Waterfront Street, National Harbor).
  • Venue type: Temporary Grand Chapiteau (Big Top) within National Harbor; not a permanent theater.
  • Capacity: Reported seating of about 360 under the tent for the National Harbor engagement.
  • Parking: National Harbor garages available nearby, including St. George Garage (251 Mariner Passage) and Mariner Garage (Waterfront Street & Mariner Passage).
  • Transit: Accessible by WMATA buses, including routes P94, P90, and C11.
  • Nearby hotels: Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center (201 Waterfront Street) and MGM National Harbor (101 MGM National Ave), plus other National Harbor hotels like Westin National Harbor.
  • Notable events hosted: Circus of the Senses autism/sensory-friendly performances; high-wire acts and performances including the Wallendas pyramid.
  • Status: No current Big Apple Circus Washington DC shows in 2026; the National Harbor run was in 2018–2019 and DC show listings are not active today.