Circus Coming To Gwinnett In June

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA — Hoist up the Big Top ... the circus is coming back to Gwinnett County.

Loomis Bros. Circus will be bringing its all-new "Twenty Years Of Tradition" tour to the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville on Monday, June 26, and Tuesday, June 27.

The fairgrounds are located at 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy. Show times will be at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. both days.

The anniversary show will be a traditional, three-ring extravaganza. Featured acts include the "Motorcycle Globe of Death," a herd of elephants, White Siberian and Royal Bengal tigers, live music and more.

"This year marks our 20th year of presenting performances throughout North America and we’ve pulled out all the stops to celebrate this momentous occasion,” said Justin Loomis, the show’s producer and ringmaster. "In addition to undergoing a complete cosmetic makeover, we have a few special surprises in this year’s production that you and your family will certainly enjoy."

A press release for the circus specifically notes that it continues to present exotic animal acts.

Last month, the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus performed its last show. Before ending, the circus had retired its famous elephant act. Currently, lawmakers from both major parties are considering legislation that would outlaw circus animal acts, calling them cruel to the animals.

Admission to the Loomis Bros. Circus is $20 for adults and $8 for children ages 2-12. Coupons for free kids tickets are available at many merchants throughout Gwinnett County.

The coupons and additional offers can be found at the show's Facebook page.

Tickets can be purchased in advance online by credit or debit card at the Loomis Bros. website or with cash only at the circus box office the day of the show. Seating is general admission and doors open one hour prior to each scheduled show time.

Patrons are encouraged to arrive early for best seat selection.

Photo courtesy Loomis Bros. Circus