Zoppé: An Italian Family Circus returns to Tucson for its 11th year at the Mercado District, bringing new acts to perform under the Big Top tent. Circus director Giovanni Zoppé said returning to the Big Top “feels like we’re home again, back where we are supposed to be.”

When COVID first swept the nation, the circus adapted their show into a drive-in experience. The audience had a full view of circus performances while staying isolated in their vehicles. This is just one of many adaptations the circus has gone through during its 178-year run. Although the drive-in was successful in reaching audiences, performers are excited to return to the tent.