The Circus Ring of Fame® Returns: Watch the 2026 Awards Show

After a year marked by disruption and rebuilding, the Circus Ring of Fame® community came together once again; now stronger, united, and looking forward.

In 2024, the awards ceremony could not take place. Hurricanes severely damaged St. Armands Circle Park in Sarasota, the home of the Circus Ring of Fame® monument. The community shifted its focus from celebration to recovery, restoring not only a physical space, but a cultural landmark that honors generations of circus artists.

Two years later, in February 2026, that pause gave way to something deeply meaningful: a return. The ceremony became more than an awards event, it was a moment of reconnection, resilience, and a shared commitment to rebuilding the plaza and preserving circus legacy.

Now, the full ceremony is available to watch.

Held on February 7, 2026, the ceremony honored an extraordinary group of inductees whose contributions shaped the art form:

The evening also recognized Master Lu Yi as Coach of the Year and featured performances by Generation NeXt honorees Sebastian Videla, The Coronas Sisters, and Veranica Tchalabaeva.

As explored in our recent conversation with Bill Powell, the Ring represents more than recognition—it is a living monument to the artists who built the industry and a reminder of the responsibility to protect that legacy.

This year’s ceremony stands as a powerful reflection of what the circus community does best: adapt, rebuild, and continue forward.

We invite you to watch the full ceremony and be part of this moment.