Cirque du Soleil Corteo

Special Event

Date

Friday 22 to Sunday 31 August 2025

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Venue

John Cain Arena

Tickets

Adults from $79.90

* Based on the lowest adult price listed via Ticketek. Subject to availability and fees.

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Cirque du Soleil Corteo

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Know before you go. Arrive early to avoid queues and delays. Increased traffic is expected with multiple events at Melbourne Park, so public transport is recommended.

Experience the magic, wonder, and spectacle of Cirque du Soleil Corteo – now with additional performances in Melbourne this August.

Heading to John Cain Arena, this exceptional show, directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca (who also directed LUZIA), first premiered in Montreal under the Big Top in April 2005.

Don’t miss your chance to witness this breathtaking production that has already captivated millions around the world.

Running Times

Friday 22 August

Gates Open: 6:00 pm
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 8 (via Eastern Plaza) – VIP
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 7:30 pm
Intermission: 8:25 pm
Event Concludes: 9:35 pm

Saturday 23 August

Show 1

Gates Open: 2:30 pm
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 8 (via Eastern Plaza) – VIP
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 4:00 pm
Intermission: 4:55 pm
Event Concludes: 6:05 pm

Show 2

Gates Open: 7:00 pm
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 8 (via Eastern Plaza) – VIP
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 8:00 pm
Intermission: 8:55 pm
Event Concludes: 10:05 pm

Sunday 24 August

Show 1

Gates Open: 10:30 am
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 8 (via Eastern Plaza) – VIP
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 12:00 pm
Intermission: 12:55 pm
Event Concludes: 2:05 pm

Show 2

Gates Open: 3:00 pm
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 8 (via Eastern Plaza) – VIP
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 4:00 pm
Intermission: 4:55 pm
Event Concludes: 6:05 pm

Wednesday 27 August

Gates Open: 6:00 pm
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 7:30 pm
Intermission: 8:25 pm
Event Concludes: 9:35 pm

Thursday 28 August

Gates Open: 6:00 pm
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
Start Time: 7:30 pm
Intermission: 8:25 pm
Event Concludes: 9:35 pm

Friday 29 August

Gates Open: 6:00 pm
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 8 (via Eastern Plaza) – VIP
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 7:30 pm
Intermission: 8:25 pm
Event Concludes: 9:35 pm

Saturday 30 August

Show 1

Gates Open: 2:30 pm
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 4:00 pm
Intermission: 4:55 pm
Event Concludes: 6:05 pm

Show 2

Gates Open: 7:00 pm
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 8:00 pm
Intermission: 8:55 pm
Event Concludes: 10:05 pm

Sunday 31 August

Show 1

Gates Open: 10:30 am
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 12:00 pm
Intermission: 12:55 pm
Event Concludes: 2:05 pm

Show 2

Gates Open: 3:00 pm
- Gate 6 (via Olympic Boulevard) – Accessibility and Western Lounge
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard) – Reserved Seating
- Gate 9 (via Eastern Plaza) – Accessibility
Start Time: 4:00 pm
Intermission: 4:55 pm
Event Concludes: 6:05 pm

Note: Times are approx. and subject to change without notice.

Important Event Information

There are several options for your journey to John Cain Arena:
- Public transport is the quickest and easiest option. Before you attend, plan ahead and allow extra travel time for any major disruptions.
- Parking is available at the Eastern Plaza Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard), subject to capacity. We strongly recommend pre-booking as drive-up spaces are limited. Bookings close at midnight the night before the event.
  - Parking is sold out on Friday 22 August and Saturday 23 August. Other parking options are available here.
  - Accessible parking must be pre-booked via Ticketek. We strongly recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment. 
To ensure a smooth entry into the venue, download your tickets to your digital wallet before arriving.
Bags must be able to fit under a seat, and a limit of one bag per person applies.
Cloaking is available via the Information Desk (Gate 6). Any prohibited items listed in the venue Conditions of Entry will not be accepted for cloaking.
All retail outlets are cashless. Any transactions must be made using a credit or debit card.
To assist and accommodate guests with sensory needs, our Sensory Room is located on Level 3, accessible via Lift 1. The Sensory Room will be staffed by team members from The Inclusion Project, who have lived experience of disability. They are dedicated to improving the event experience and reducing the extra challenges some families may face at large events.
If you have purchased a VIP package, the event promoter will be in contact with details regarding your experience.

Note: Events may contain sequences of flashing lights, lasers, strobes, haze and pyrotechnics which may affect photosensitive guests, and those with other medical conditions.

Dine at Corteo

A show this spectacular deserves a meal just as unforgettable.

Arrive early to skip the queues and start your Cirque du Soleil experience with curated dining inside John Cain Arena.

Classic winter roast at the Western Lounge

The Western Lounge is transforming into a pop-up restaurant, serving a classic winter roast. Choose from porchetta or tender chicken, accompanied by a generous spread of seasonal vegetables and freshly baked breads.

Book ahead to secure your table. $49 per person, $25 per child under 12. Sittings at 5:30, 5:45 and 6:00 pm for all evening shows, Wednesday to Saturday. Dietary options are available.

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Relaxed pre-show bites at the Eastern Lounge

The Eastern Lounge is offering a selection of pre-show snacks, cheese and charcuterie plates all designed to share. Ideal for grazing and gathering with friends and family before the show begins.

No bookings required. Walk-ins only. Open 90 mins before all shows.

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About the show

Corteo, which means cortege in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The show brings together the passion of the artist with the grace and power of the acrobat to plunge the audience into a theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth.

The clown pictures his funeral taking place in a carnival atmosphere, watched over by quietly caring angels. Juxtaposing the large with the small, the ridiculous with the tragic and the magic of perfection with the charm of imperfection, the show highlights the strength and fragility of the clown, as well as his wisdom and kindness, to illustrate the portion of humanity that is within each of us. The music turns lyrical and playful, carrying Corteo through a timeless celebration in which illusion teases reality.

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