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  • Lake Effect Music Fest
    • Buy Passes
    • Line-up
    • Camping
    • Festival Map
    • General
  • Plan Your Visit
    • Box Office & Ticketing
    • Seating Charts
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Big Top isn’t just about big-name artists. We’re a non-profit with a mission to present cultural activities that are both entertaining and educational! Each year we bring the world to our stage with several FREE performances!
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FREE FAMILY EVENTS

NATIVE PRIDE DANCERS

Feel the beat of the drum, experience the hypnotizing power of dance,
and enjoy the rhythm of the music as we share the cultural history, traditions, ways, beliefs, and spiritual importance of indigenous peoples. We bring dance, music and storytelling to indigenous  communities and global audiences to enhance cultural exchange and artistic freedom.
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MICHAEL HARRISON VENTASTIC

Michael Harrison is an extraordinarily talented ventriloquist, comedian, and master showman who combines his many talents to create a laugh-out-loud, one-man tour de force. He turns ventriloquism upside-down with original puppets and one-of-a-kind routines in this 90-minute full theatre show for families. Prepare to be amazed! His performance showcases the artistry and skill required to master this intricate art form. Michael pulls back the curtain on the boundless creativity and imagination that fuels the show, bringing it roaring to life! As a professional, full-time touring performer, he ignites a spark in his young audience, encouraging them to chase their creative passions, no matter how unconventional they bay be. His message is simple: Embrace your creativity and chase your dreams with everything you've got!
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COMEDYSPORTZ

The country’s longest running and best interactive improv comedy experience. ComedySportz is comedy played as a sport, not comedy ABOUT sports (whew). Refs, fouls, points, games - it’s got everything real sports has - PLUS VOTING! Imagine just getting to vote your favorite team into the playoffs. You’re welcome. But trust us. You don’t need to know anything about sports to enjoy this interactive comedy experience. ComedySportz is for Everyone and Everywhere! With over 20 locations nationwide and one in Manchester UK, we are a GLOBAL comedy force, just waiting to entertain you.
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CIRQUE US—ONE MAN'S TRASH

​Grab your garbage bags, pick up the recycling, and get ready to laugh and cheer as this repurposed circus turns trash into treasure! Originally produced in 2016 and following the overwhelming success of its 2022 revival, “One Man’s Trash” is back again in 2025 for its fifth national tour. With the limitless spirit and can-do attitude of the circus, this cast reclaims and reanimates all that’s left in trash cans and littered in the garage to create a junkyard adventure like none other. Featuring a variety of unique and daring circus acts, the show is a testament to the power of community and teamwork.  Be it the pass of a juggling club or the leap of an acrobat, “One Man’s Trash” is ready to prove what we’re capable of–what we’re all capable of–together. Truly, our band of inventive acrobats, high-flying aerialists, and quirky clowns are just bursting to welcome you into their world! The dumpster doors are wide open– we can’t wait for you to jump in. Cirque Us proudly presents…
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BIG TOP BOX OFFICE & THE BACKSTAGE
84810 State Hwy 13, Bayfield, WI 54814
​1.888.244.8368  | 715.373.5552
BIG TOP CHAUTAUQUA TENT
32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814
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1.888.BIG.TENT  | 715.373.5552
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