Winter Circus 2025 kicks off this week, with Tumble Circus returning to Writers’ Square in the heart of Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. Running from 12th December 2025 to 4th January 2026, the Big Top is back with 31 performances across the festive season, making it one of the standout Christmas events in Belfast this year.
If you’re looking for things to do in Belfast over Christmas, Winter Circus has become a regular part of the city’s seasonal calendar. Now in its ninth year, the show has built a reputation as a fast-paced, close-up alternative to traditional festive entertainment. It’s a popular choice for families, groups of friends, and anyone looking for something a bit different from the usual Christmas outings. For those searching what’s on in Belfast, this is one of the few shows running right through December and into the New Year.
This year’s production is an all-new, Belfast-made show featuring aerial performance, precision juggling and acrobatic mischief, all performed in the round under the Big Top. The show runs for approximately 70 minutes with no interval, making it suitable for a wide range of audiences, including those looking for family events in Belfast over the Christmas break.
The Big Top once again takes its place in Writers’ Square, right in the centre of the Cathedral Quarter. Over the years, this has become a familiar part of the city at Christmas, with many people returning each year as part of their festive plans.
Tickets are now on sale via www.tumblecircus.com. For those already on the mailing list, early access has been available over the past few days, along with access to the early-bird offer for selected performances. If you’re planning a visit, it’s worth booking early to secure your preferred dates, particularly for peak Christmas shows.
Winter Circus runs from 12th December 2025 to 4th January 2026 at Writers’ Square, Belfast. If you’re still deciding on what’s on in Belfast this Christmas, this is one to add to the list.
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