UNDER THE BIG TOP the circus comes to Luther

By Audrey Killingsworth

Big cats, trapeze artists, and fire eaters are coming to town with the Culpepper and Merriwether Circus on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Luther’s Wildhorse Park, 655 4th St. The big top event, a fundraiser for the Luther Friends of the Park, offers 5:30 pm and 7 pm shows.

Advanced ticket sales are encouraged to support the fundraising efforts of the Friends of the Park group, which works to improve Luther parks.

Purchase advance discount tickets ($13 for adults and $8 for children/seniors), before the circus day from Luther Feed Mill, Luther Town Hall, Apple Creek Learning Center, and Luther Hardware and Lumber.

In addition, purchase tickets at the Third Saturday Market downtown from 10 am – 3 pm.

The circus is not only a fun way to spend your Wednesday night, but the higher portion of the advanced ticket sales benefits Luther Friends of the Park. The 90-minute show features big cats, tightrope walkers, aerialists, fire eaters, contortionists, and more. Support our parks and enjoy the circus!

“For 32 weeks of the year, the Culpepper & Merriweather circus brings an action-packed 90-minute show to over 200 towns in 17 states! We specialize in affordable, family-friendly entertainment. Our show is truly enjoyable for children of all ages! Bring the toddlers, kids, teenagers AND Grandparents!” circus website.

2025 C&M Cast
Romichel Macias – Foot Juggling
Trey Key – Big Cats
Arlise Troupe – Unicycles
Perez Duo – Wheel of Destiny & Tight Wire
Leo – Circus Clown
Simone Key – Trapeze & Fire Eating
Ursula Cortez – Contortion *September 13th – October 25th*

C&M website

Ticket prices:

• Adults $13 pre-sale, and $16 day of
• Children $8 (2-12) and seniors (65+), and $9 day of

Tent Raising

The public is invited to the tent raising and free tour on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Find the circus on the east side of Wildhorse Park by the ball fields and disc golf course. The tour features information about the traveling performers, animals, and life on the road.

The midway opens an hour before the show, featuring a full concession stand, pony rides, face painting, and inflatable rides. 

Audrey Killingsworth, 17, is a senior at Luther High School and a current writer for Luther Register News. She has attended Luther Public Schools since second grade. “I love the town of Luther and its community, and I am always ready to improve it!” Please welcome Audrey to the LRN staff.