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Welcome to Under The Big Top at Westland Mall, a temporary circus space nestled inside the Westland Mall complex in Hialeah, FL. The 92-foot diameter tent has hosted Circus Lena’s Holiday Spectacular and other performances, bringing a classic circus atmosphere to a modern shopping destination. This page covers seating options, parking, transportation, and nearby hotel and restaurant recommendations to help you plan a smooth visit.

Located at 1675 W 49th St, Hialeah, the venue sits within a bustling retail corridor connected to Miami-Dade transit. The exact seating capacity varies with each configuration, as indicated by third-party seating charts, so plan to secure your seats once availability is shown. Let us be your connection for easy, dependable ticketing and venue information.

Parking at Westland Mall is convenient with extensive mall parking nearby, including hundreds to thousands of spaces according to property data. Transit options in the area include nearby Hialeah Transit routes, Metrorail, and Tri-Rail connections, making access straightforward from across the Miami metro area. If you’re staying nearby, we’ve got recommended hotels and dining options to help you maximize your circus weekend.

Venue Details

The tent is a flexible, 92-foot diameter space used for various configurations. Seating capacity varies by show and setup; check the current seating chart during purchase.
Type: Temporary circus tent installation inside a shopping mall complex. No permanent arena seating is implied beyond the tent setup.
Address: 1675 W 49th St, Hialeah, FL 33012
Venue operator: Westland Mall (renamed, operated by Centennial Real Estate)

Parking

Mall parking is available on-site. Westland Mall accommodates hundreds to thousands of vehicles across its lots, with multiple entry points for convenience.
On-site parking is typically free or low-cost, depending on event guidelines—verify at the time of purchase or arrival.

Transportation

Public transit: Accessible via Miami-Dade transit networks with nearby Hialeah Transit routes and connections to Metrorail and Tri-Rail lines.
Rideshare: Convenient pickup/drop-off zones near mall entrances typical for large events.

Nearby Hotels

Holiday Inn Miami West – Airport Area (nearby, convenient for air-and-event stays)
Miami Lakes Hotel (approx. a short drive away, good for extended stays)
Days Inn Hialeah – Westland Mall (historic listing, proximity to venue)
Other nearby options: Expect a range of budget to mid-range hotels within a short drive of Westland Mall

Nearby Restaurants

Local casual spots around Westland Mall offer quick bites and family-friendly options for pre- or post-show dining
Affiliate partner recommendations: We connect you with trusted dining partners for convenient meals near the venue

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Location: Westland Mall, 1675 W 49th St, Hialeah, FL 33012.
Venue type: Temporary tent-based circus space inside a shopping mall (Under The Big Top, used by Circus Lena). Tent size: 92-foot diameter.
Seating: Seating charts exist from third-party sites (TicketIQ, TickPick); exact capacity is not publicly disclosed and varies by configuration.
Parking: Westland Mall offers mall parking; property data lists hundreds to thousands of spaces (commonly cited as ~3,800 spaces on the mall site/records).
Transit: Accessible by Miami-Dade transit networks; nearby Hialeah Transit routes and Metrorail/Tri-Rail connections are available in the area.
Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Miami West – Airport Area; Miami Lakes Hotel; Days Inn Hialeah – Westland Mall (historic listing) and other nearby options.
Notable events hosted: Circus Lena’s Holiday Spectacular at Westland Mall (Dec 2023–Jan 2024) and Circus Lena performances in 2021.
Demolished/renamed: The mall is not demolished; it was renamed from Westfield Westland to Westland Mall and is currently operated by Centennial Real Estate.

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