The Circo Osorio Circus is a circus with performers from around the world that visits Vancouver with shows in Abbotsford, Coquitlam and other communities.
The Latin-influenced circus has visited the Lower Mainland many times with its acrobats, clowns and jugglers. It’s a fun circus, and very affordable.
In 2026 the circus is in Tsawwassen on August 13th to 16th, Abbotsford on October 1st to 5th, Richmond on October 8th to 12th, and Coquitlam on October 15th to 25th.
Either continue reading or visit the Circo Osorio website for full details about the circus.
This article features the following information:
What to Expect | Admission Tickets | Dates and Locations | Tsawwassen Shows | Abbotsford Shows | Richmond Shows | Coquitlam Shows | Tips & Advice | About the Circus | Circus Video | Other Information
Click on any of the above links to jump to specific information, or continue reading to learn all about Circo Osorio’s Lower Mainland circus tour.
Circus Osorio in the Lower Mainland in 2026
As part of its “Run Away to the Circus” tour of British Columbia, Circo Osorio presents an international showcase of circus talent from around the world.
In 2026 the circus visits Delta’s Tsawwassen Mills Mall in August. In October the circus is at Abbotsford’s Sevenoaks Shopping Centre, Lansdowne Centre in Richmond and Coquitlam Centre in Coquitlam. Before coming to Metro Vancouver, the circus also visits Campbell River, Nanaimo, Duncan and Victoria.
TIP: If buying tickets online, one free child (ages 10 and under) can usually get in for free with each paying adult. To get this deal, though, you have to purchase your admission online in advance and book the free ticket at the same time as the adult ticket.
What to Expect at Circo Osorio Circus
Circo Osorio has a definite Latin flavour to it. Although Las Vegas-based, the circus’s owners are originally from Puerto Vallarta and many of the performers are from various Latin American countries. So you can expect the shows to be loud, exciting, lots of fun, and thoroughly entertaining – much like a traditional Mexican-fiesta-style circus.
At each location the circus sets up its Big Top in a shopping mall parking lot. The giant circus tent holds between 650 and 700 people. The action takes place on and above a large square-shaped stage at the front. As the stage is raised up a bit, all the acts are easy to see.
Seating is in chairs with backs, which is great. Parking at each venue is both free and convenient.
Circo Osorio features a ringmaster, acrobats, contortionists, quick change artists, motorcycle riders, and other circus performers, but no exotic animals. There are no tigers in cages, no elephants to ride and no bears in captivity – just human circus talent from around the world. Performers are typically from Chile, Mexico, Brazil, Canada and other countries.
Shows run for about 60 minutes. There is also a 15-minute intermission in the middle, during which time you can buy popcorn, soft drinks and other circus snacks, as well as a variety of souvenirs including balloons and toys with flashing lights. Last year face painting cost $10, and the face options to choose from were really good. At the show we attended, you were also able to get a souvenir photo with Spiderman for $15.
Click Circo Osorio for tickets to the circus when it returns.
Tickets and Admission
Admission to the circus when purchased online in 2026 costs around $30 for adults and $10 for kids (ages 10 and under), plus GST. Plus, tickets on opening day at each venue are 15% off! These prices are if you buy your tickets in advance online. If you buy your tickets at the gate on the day of the show, they cost a few dollars more.
In addition to general admission, you can also get VIP ringside seats. They cost a bit more, but they get you extra close to the action.
IMPORTANT NOTES: The same as last year, in 2026 every adult ticket purchased comes with free admission for one child aged 10 and under, but only when the tickets are purchased online. You only have to pay for a kid’s ticket if you are taking more than one child per adult. In that case, they cost just $10 online or $15 at the gate.
The Box Office typically opens one hour before show time each day and circus attendees are encouraged to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the performance.
2026 Online Prices
Below are ticket prices in 2026 when purchased in advance online, before GST and online fees.
- Adult General Admission (ages 11 +): $30
- Child General Admission (ages 1 to 10): $10
- Adult VIP Ringside Seat: $45
- Child VIP Ringside Seat (ages 1 to 10): $25
2026 Prices at the Gate
Tickets can be purchased at the gate on the day with cash, but for general admission they cost more. Below is what on-the-day tickets cost when you buy them in person. The box office is open about one hour before the first show each day.
- Adult (ages 11 +): $35
- Child General Admission (ages 1 to 10): $15
- Adult VIP Ringside Seat: $45
- Child VIP Ringside Seat (ages 1 to 10): $25
General admission tickets cost more on the day in person and less if you buy them in advance online. VIP Ringside tickets, however, cost about the same regardless of when you buy them.
Dates and Locations
In 2026 between August 13th and October 25th, shows are in Delta (Tsawwassen), Abbotsford, Richmond and Coquitlam.
Dates this year are the following:
- August 13th to 16th, 2026 –Â in Delta at Tsawwassen Mills
- October 1st to 5th, 2026Â – in Abbotsford at Sevenoaks Shopping Centre
- October 8th to 12th, 2026Â – in Richmond at Lansdowne Centre
- October 15th to 25th, 2026Â – in Coquitlam at Coquitlam Centre
In addition to the above dates and locations, Circo Osorio is in Campbell River from August 20th to 24th, Nanaimo from August 27th to 31st, and Duncan from September 3rd to 7th. Before hosting shows on the Lower Mainland, the circus also visits Victoria at Mayfair Mall from September 17th to 27th.
Below is the full 2026 schedule for each venue. (Note: Performance times and other details are subject to change.)
Tsawwassen Circus Shows (August 13th to 16th, 2026)
Circo Osorio Circus has shows in South Delta at the Tsawwassen Mills Outlet Mall at 5000 Canoe Pass Way. It is there from Thursday, August 13th, until Sunday, August 16th, in 2026.
Tsawwassen times and dates are as follows:
- Thursday (August 13th, 2026) – with shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Friday (August 14th, 2026) – with shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Saturday (August 15th, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Sunday (August 16th, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm and 5:00 pm
Below are some tips for people who plan on attending a Tsawwassen show.
TIP #1: Tsawwassen Mills is a really good mall. It’s huge and it has so many great brand-name stores. Go early and do some shopping while you’re out there.
TIP #2: If going to the circus from out of town, you might want to combine your trip with a visit to other places of interest. Boundary Bay Regional Park, for example, is a nice place for a walk by the ocean.
TIP #3: Circo Osorio sets its Big Top up in the parking lot at the southwest corner of the mall, so near the end closest to the BC Ferries‘ terminal, not far from the Milestone’s and Montana’s restaurants.
Visit the Circo Osorio Circus ticketing website to book your seats for the Tsawwassen shows.
Abbotsford Circus Shows (October 1st to 5th, 2026)
Circo Osorio sets up for a few days at the Sevenoaks Shopping Centre at 201-32900 South Fraser Way in Abbotsford.
Performances here take place from October 1st to 5th at the following times in 2026:
- Thursday (October 1st, 2026) – with shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Friday (October 2nd, 2026) – with shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Saturday (October 3rd, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Sunday (October 4th, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm and 5:00 pm
- Monday (October 5th, 2026) – with one show at 7:00 pm
Below are some tips to keep in mind with respect to the Abbotsford venue.
TIP #1: If driving out to Abbotsford from Metro Vancouver for the circus, you can combine your adventure with a visit to other places of interest in the area. Click Abbotsford or The Fraser Valley for ideas on other places to check out on the same day.
TIP #2: Seven Oaks Shopping Centre is just a short walk north of Mill Lake Park. It’s a beautiful park that’s great for strolls and picnics.
TIP #3: Don’t forget to fill up your car’s gas tank while in Abbotsford. Gas prices in the Fraser Valley are typically about 10 cents cheaper per litre than in Metro Vancouver.
Visit the Circo Osorio Circus ticketing page to buy your tickets for the Abbotsford shows.
Richmond Circus Shows (October 8th to 12th, 2026)
Circo Osorio sets up for a few days at Lansdowne Mall at 5300 No. 3 Road in Richmond.
Performances here take place from October 8th to 12th in 2026 at the following times:
- Thursday (October 8th, 2026) – with shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Friday (October 9th, 2026) – with shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Saturday (October 10th, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Sunday (October 11th, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm and 5:00 pm
- Monday (October 12th, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm and 5:00 pm
TIP: The autumn colours are usually very pretty this time of year. A nice place for a stroll and look around in Richmond is Steveston Village. While there, check out the Gulf of Georgia Cannery.
Visit the Circo Osorio Circus ticketing website for tickets to the Richmond shows.
Coquitlam Circus Shows (October 15th to 25th, 2026)
The Circo Osorio Circus sets up in Coquitlam at Coquitlam Centre at 2929 Barnett Highway. This year it is there from Thursday, October 15th, until Sunday, October 25th.
2026 Coquitlam times and dates are the following:
- Thursday (October 15th, 2026) – with shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Friday (October 16th, 2026) – with shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Saturday (October 17th, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Sunday (October 18th, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm
- Monday (October 19th, 2026) – with one show at 7:00 pm
- Tuesday (October 20th, 2026) – with one show at 7:00 pm
- Thursday (October 22nd, 2026) – with shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Friday (October 23rd, 2026) – with shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Saturday (October 24th, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
- Sunday (October 25th, 2026) – with shows at 2:30 pm and 5:00 pm
Below are some tips for people who plan on attending a Coquitlam show.
TIP #1: The Coquitlam Centre shopping mall is located close to Lincoln Station on the Millennium SkyTrain Line, which makes it convenient to get to. Take public transit if you can!
TIP #2: If going to the circus from out of town, you might want to combine your trip with a visit to other places of interest. Lafarge Lake, for example, is just one SkyTrain station away and is a beautiful spot for a stroll and a picnic. Click Coquitlam to see what else is in the area (and for which you’ll likely need to take your car).
Visit the Circo Osorio Circus ticketing website for tickets to the Coquitlam shows.
Other Tips & Advice
The above tips are specific to each of the venues. Below are additional general tips to help you make the most of your circus experience regardless of which location you attend.
TIP #1: Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Plan to arrive and get in line between 30 and 45 minutes prior to your show. This will help you get a good seat in the Big Top, and ensure the place doesn’t fill up before you get in.
TIP #2: The Big Top is pretty big, but it’s not a huge venue. With a maximum capacity of around 700 people, pretty much every seat is close to the action. Best views in the house, though, are right at ringside (unless you have neck issues in which case you might want to sit towards the back because you’ll need to look up for the aerial acrobats).
TIP #3: Circo Osorio is a cash-based organization, so everything on site is CASH ONLY (or at least it was the last time we went). There is a cash machine on-site, which is good, and other ATM machines are available in the malls.
TIP #4: One child (ages 1 to 10) can get in for free when accompanied by a paying adult. To qualify for this, though, you have to buy your tickets online and select the free child option.
TIP #5: The Circo Osorio Circus is especially fun for families with young children. Kids ages 3 to 12 will especially love it.
TIP #6: A number of acts require volunteers from the audience. To increase your chances of being chosen, sit in the middle of the Big Top near the front of the stage and wave and smile eagerly. Parents – have your cameras ready!
About the Circus
Circo Osorio was named after the Osorio family which started their circus company in Mexico in the 1920s. Since that time the family has taken its shows to over 800 cities across Mexico, the United States and Canada.
“All of your senses are triggered once you enter the tent,” says Master Ringmaster and fourth generation circus owner, Robert Osorio. “Children and adults enter the magical tent, smell the popcorn and cotton candy, hear the music and see the audiences cheering as they become a part of the show. It’s quite the sensational experience!”
Still today, Circo Osorio is very much a family-run business. Several of the performers and people behind the scenes at each show are brothers, cousins, nieces, nephews and other family members.
Circus Video
Below is a short video of the show we saw at Coquitlam Centre a few years ago to give you an idea of what to expect. As you’ll see, the circus features a wide variety of clever acts that appeal to people of all ages.
Other Information
See the Circo Osorio website for further information about the circus. Click Circo Osorio Tickets for tickets.
Other articles you might be interested in include the following:
- Vancouver’s September Calendar or October Calendar
- Festivals & Events Calendar
- Vancouver for Children
- CircusWest School and Shows
- Vancouver on a Budget
- Vancouver’s Top 100 Places
- The Fraser Valley (where you’ll find other things to do while visiting Abbotsford and Chilliwack)
Another website you might find of interest is VancouverForKids.ca. It’s a new website, with a focus exclusively on events and attractions for children.
