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Swing! Circus at Darling Harbour

Where
Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour, Sydney NSW 2000
Palm Grove, the precinct between Cockle Bay and Darling Harbour
When

Every day, 12:30pm to 6:30pm Saturday 4 January to Saturday 25 January Except Monday 6 January, Monday 13 January and Monday 20 January

Cost

Free

Roll up, roll up, the circus is in town, and it’s free! The aerial experts at Sydney Trapeze School are bringing their high-flying, jaw-dropping best to Darling Harbour for two shows a day during the Festival. 

The school has been teaching trapeze and circus skills to aspiring performers for more than 14 years, and now its top aerialists are showcasing their finest tricks, splits and catches to amaze and inspire. Round up the whole family to marvel at their acrobatic daredevilry. 

Take a leap of faith yourself and register for Sydney Trapeze School’s outdoor workshops, suitable for all levels – from daring beginners to frequent-flyers. Or stay grounded with free drop-in circus skills workshops.

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