Dance, Dazzle, and Do Prom Your Way at PSCA’s First‑Ever Adult Circus Prom
Remember the fluttery nerves, the glitter, and the photo‑booth keepsakes—minus the cliques and the judgment? That’s the energy when the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts (PSCA) hosts its first‑ever Adult…
Remember the fluttery nerves, the glitter, and the photo‑booth keepsakes—minus the cliques and the judgment? That’s the energy when the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts (PSCA) hosts its first‑ever Adult Circus Prom on Saturday, February 14, 2026, 7:30–10:00 p.m. at Circus Campus, 6452 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119. Designed for anyone who skipped prom—or wants a redo—the night blends nostalgia with grown‑up confidence, circus spectacle, and a cash bar, all inside PSCA’s atmospheric former‑church campus. Think cathedral ceilings, aerial apparatuses overhead, and performers drifting through the room while you dance.
Here’s the clever twist that makes the evening effortlessly inclusive: two dedicated spaces. Upstairs is the 21+ prom under the rigs; downstairs, a supervised babysitting space lets parents and caregivers drop off kids ages 5+ for games, circus play, and a movie. That means you can enjoy a full night out—whether you stay on campus or duck out for dinner—then glide back in to close the dance floor.
Tickets are $35 per individual or $60 per couple. Childcare is $30, with a $5 sibling discount. Groups are encouraged, and tickets are on sale now at phillycircus.com/upcoming-shows-events/.
What Makes This Prom Different (and Way More Fun)
- Live DJ spinning bangers from the 1970s to today—cue your best Electric Slide, Macarena, or whatever TikTok trend you can recall.
- Open dance floor beneath aerial apparatuses for that cinematic, only‑in‑Philly vibe.
- Ambient circus performances woven between dances—short, surprising acts that elevate the mood without stopping the party.
- Aerial champagne pour—yes, a circus artist suspended above the crowd delicately topping off your glass.
- DIY origami corsage/boutonniere station—fold wearable paper blooms you’ll actually want to keep.
- Photo ops with big‑top flair and printed keepsake photos on the spot for your locker door (or your adult‑life bulletin board).
- Cash bar by Tired Hands Brewing Company with beer and soda.
PSCA’s Executive Director Kitsie O’Neill sums it up: this night is about laughing, connecting, and trying something new—a welcoming space for everyone, including the LGBTQ+ community. No pressure. No perfection. Just joy. Dress however you want—up‑cycled prom wear, retro glam, sleek modern elegance—come solo, with a partner, or as a crew, and make a memory that reflects your life now.
Event Snapshot
- What: Adult Circus Prom (21+)
- When: Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 7:30–10:00 p.m.
- Where: Circus Campus — 6452 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119
- Who: Adults 21 and up
- Tickets: $35 individual / $60 couple; Childcare $30 (save $5 for siblings)
- Info & Tickets: phillycircus.com/upcoming-shows-events/
About Philadelphia School of Circus Arts
A “Best of Philly” winner for kids’ classes, PSCA is the region’s hub for contemporary circus, offering year‑round classes in aerials (static trapeze, sling, silks, lyra), juggling, unicycling, tightwire, tumbling, acrobatics, and conditioning—plus workshops, parties, rentals, summer camp, and special performances for all ages and levels.
Come dance, fly, laugh, and celebrate—because prom should reflect your current circle.
