Come and find our circus zone at the Ngunguru Gala Day and learn some new circus skills!

Step right up for a journey like no other! When two friends discover a mysterious time machine, they’re whisked through the dazzling eras of circus. From the chariot races in Ancient Rome to the spectacular storytelling of contemporary circus, they see it all. Performed by talented youth from across Kaipara and Whangārei, Journey Through the Rings of Time celebrates the wonder, skill, and timeless spirit of circus.

Circus Kumarani, known for winning ‘Audience Choice’ at the 2020 and 2022 Whangarei Fringe Festival, brings you another incredible showcase, perfect for the whole family! 

Get your tickets now from Humanitix before they are gone! 

Click here to buy tickets

20th December 2025

2pm and 5pm

This show is possible thanks to funding from Sky City Auckland Community Trust. 

Come and find our circus zone at the Whangarei A&P Show this December!

Have a jam with us and learn some new skills!

Some of our awesome youth may even put on a show on the stage!

Come and find our circus zone at the Whangarei Fireworks Spectacular and learn some cool new skills!

These school holidays, youth aged 8-18 get the chance to run away with the circus for FREE!

Learn confidence and coordination boosting skills while having fun!
Bring lunch, water, and clothing that is easy to move in.

Enroll on our website by heading to the holiday program page!

These school holidays, youth aged 8-18 get the chance to run away with the circus for FREE!

Learn confidence and coordination boosting skills while having fun!
Bring lunch, water, and clothing that is easy to move in.

Enroll on our website by heading to the holiday program page!

Come one, come all to our open stage show!

The stage is open to all, show us your skills! Whether it's a well practiced act, or just some cool tricks you have been learning, we wanna see it!

This is a non-ticketed event, but koha/donations are welcomed and greatly appreciated!

All ages, brains and abilities are welcome!

Roll Up, Roll Up, Come see the REAL circus!

Ever wondered what the back-stage of the back-stage looks like? 

Curious about the mysterious "Board"? Or just want to have a poke around Kumarani's Creative Centre? 

Then Join Us for the Great AGM of Circus Kumarani! 

Saturday, August 16th from 11am to 2pm at the Kumarani Creative Centre in Dargaville

AGM meeting will kick off at 11:30am followed by shared kai, bring a plate to share.

Watch our board members go through the nuts and bolts of governance that keep our wonderful little circus ticking over in the background. We've got budgets and reports, and even some voting! 

All are welcome!

Have you ever wanted to run away with the Circus?
These school holidays youth aged 8-18 get that chance with this FREE school holiday programme! (keen 6/7 year old's can be included as well)

With a mixture of circus skills, games and activities each day, youth can learn at their own pace and our skilled instructors are great at teaching both tricks and confidence!
BYO drink bottle & lunch.

Have you ever wanted to run away with the Circus?
These school holidays youth aged 8-18 get that chance with this FREE school holiday programme! (keen 6/7 year old's can be included as well)

With a mixture of circus skills, games and activities each day, youth can learn at their own pace and our skilled instructors are great at teaching both tricks and confidence!
BYO drink bottle & lunch.

Have you ever wanted to run away with the Circus?
These school holidays youth aged 8-18 get that chance with this FREE school holiday programme! (keen 6/7 year old's can be included as well)

With a mixture of circus skills, games and activities each day, youth can learn at their own pace and our skilled instructors are great at teaching both tricks and confidence!
BYO drink bottle & lunch.

On Saturday 21st June (the shortest day of the year) Circus Kumarani invites Kaipara Tamariki and their whānau to join us for a fun evening of free…

Circus Workshops (all ages and abilities, bodies and brains)
Open Stage Show (where anyone is welcome to show off their talents)
Fire Spinning. (If you want to have a go, wear natural fibres - wool, cotton, denim)

Celebrating both Matariki and Solstice traditions of gathering with community and sharing kai, bring your friends and whānau and a plate for the potluck. 

We will have activities at both the Kumarani Creative Centre (15 Onslow St) and the Scout Hall (23 Onslow St)

4pm-5pm - Circus Zone at the Scout Hall, Aerial and Balance workshops at Kumarani
5:30pm - Open Stage Show at the Scout Hall
6:30pm - Potluck Dinner at the Scout Hall
7pm - Fire Spinning at Kumarani
8pm - End

If you would like to get involved or offer a performance please get in touch with Tania at classes@circuskumarani.co.nz

We need your help!

Come along and help us clean up and clear out some space in our Circus Kumarani Creative Centre!

All are welcome and all help will be greatly appreciated.

Come along to the Dargaville Community Garden!
Share a cuppa, swap crops, seeds and ideas.

Come along to the Dargaville Community Garden Open Day!
Share a cuppa, swap crops, seeds and ideas.

Come and find our 2 roving performers at the Art Beat Carnival at the Whangarei Town Basin on April 12th!

We can’t wait to see you there!

Bring your picnic blanket and join the community for an unforgettable family night at the Whangārei Fireworks Spectacular!

- Enjoy live music and dance groups.
- Fun activities for all ages. Including a CIRCUS ZONE!
- Free face painting.
- Glow sticks available for sale.
- Delicious food and beverages on-site for sale.
- The highlight of the evening: A breathtaking fireworks spectacular at approximately 8:45pm.

Private Suites are available for sale this year. Single suites (18 people) or double suites (36 people). Includes access down to the field. For more information or to book a suite email ea@nect2021.co.nz. Ts &Cs apply.

Conditions of entry
https://www.northlandeventscentre.co.nz/conditions-of-entry

This event is proudly brought to you by the Lions Club of Whangarei and Northland Events Centre (2021) Trust who are event managing the event this year.

We would like to extend our gratitude to our Media Partner The Hits and The Northern Advocate, and sponsors Oxford Trust and major sponsor Whangarei District Council.