Presented in collaboration with the 2017 Smithsonian Folklife Festival
The dazzling sights and sounds of the circus come to life at this SMITHSONIAN at 8 celebration. Inspired by the 50th annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival’s spotlight on circus arts, the historic and beautiful Arts and Industries Building hosts a late-night party that features:
Circus performers provided by Happenstance Theater and In the Dark Circus Arts
Music by DJ Alkimist
Temporary tattoo bar provided by Inked by Dani
GIF photo booth provided by OM Digital
Cash/credit bar by Tortoise & Hare
Don’t forget to take advantage of the Carousel on the Mall, which will stay open until 11 p.m., as part of this night to remember. Watch for more details.
NOTE: Proceeds benefit the Smithsonian Associates’ education programs.