Illustration of a holiday show scene (Cirque Dreams Holidaze)
Christmas Shows

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Cirque Dreams Holidaze presents a holiday circus spectacular wrapped in a Broadway-style production. Audiences can watch aerial acts, sleight-of-hand jugglers, and acrobatics on stage. The performance also features live singers, dancers, and festive holiday characters.

What to Expect

A circus spectacular wrapped in a Broadway-style holiday show.

Event Details

Ages

All ages (children under 5 not recommended for adult performances; everyone needs a ticket)

Neighborhood

Downtown Newark

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)

Official Tickets via Ticketmaster

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and fans of festive live entertainment

Vibe

Festive and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Prudential Hall
1 Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102
Newark, NJ
07102

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM.
  • Parking: Parking can be booked through the ParkWhiz service linked by NJPAC.
  • Accessibility: NJPAC provides an accessibility information link for the venue.

Tips & Advice

  • Choose one of the two listed performances when booking, as a ticket covers a single performance.
  • Book parking through the linked ParkWhiz service if you plan to drive.
  • Make a reservation at Nico Kitchen + Bar if you want to dine at NJPAC.
  • Bring the whole family for a production described as suitable for everyone.

Special Events & Promotions

  • An evening performance is offered.
  • The production is reimagined for 2026 as an updated production.
  • Create your own series and save.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Cirque Dreams Holidaze suited for?

The show is described as an outing for the entire family.

What kinds of acts are part of the performance?

The production features aerial acts, sleight-of-hand jugglers and acrobatics, along with singers and dancers.

Are Christmas characters included?

Yes. Christmas characters are part of the holiday production.

Has the production changed for this season?

It has been reimagined as an updated production for 2026.

How can I arrange parking or a meal at NJPAC?

NJPAC links to a parking-booking service and offers reservations at Nico Kitchen + Bar.

Tags

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Nov 3, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team