A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS

Tickets for this performance go on sale to the public on Friday, July 24 at 10am. Venue Presale is on Tuesday, July 21 at 10am. Code Word: MAHAFFEY

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Ho-ho-hold on to your seats! A Magical Cirque Christmas is coming to Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater, bringing its dazzling holiday spectacular to St. Petersburg for one unforgettable evening.

Loaded with nostalgia, comedy, music, and breathtaking cirque artistry, A Magical Cirque Christmas immerses audiences in the spirit of the season with a feel-good holiday soundtrack featuring modern takes on beloved Christmas classics. The production showcases world-class acrobats, aerialists, contortionists, jugglers, and specialty performers in a spectacular winter wonderland where gravity is defied and imagination takes center stage. Whether you’re planning a family outing, a festive date night, or a holiday gathering with friends, this one-of-a-kind show offers entertainment for all ages.

Returning audience favorites include magician and host Mark Clearview, acclaimed rolla bolla and unicycle performer Jonathan Rinny, Guinness World Record-holding hair suspension artist Leila Noone, and fifth-generation circus performer and juggler Christopher Stoinev. Joining the 2026 cast are aerialist Melissa James, elite hand-to-hand acrobatic duo Jack and Anna, and Las Vegas-based hand balancer and contortionist Iris Ileven, bringing exciting new performances to this year’s production.

From soaring aerial feats and incredible displays of strength and agility to comedy, magic, and heartwarming holiday music, A Magical Cirque Christmas delivers a festive variety spectacular filled with unforgettable moments, seasonal cheer, and awe-inspiring performances that have made it a favorite holiday tradition for audiences across the country.