# Circus-Themed Beer Festivals This Whimsical Event Combines Cider, Live Music and Circus Acts By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-08-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circus-acts References: [cidercircus](http://cidercircus.com/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/cocidercircus?_rdr=p) The Colorado Cider and Beer Circus is an over-the-top event that combines cider, live music and circus acts into one giant festival. Throughout the summer months, many cities hold festivals to honor their favorite local beers but this event puts a whole new spin on the traditional [beer festival](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldwater-brewing-company) by turning it into a boozy circus. The event is held at Copper Mountain and features over 75 [craft ciders and beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2-towns-ciderhouse-sled-zeppelin). The event is held inside a big top tent where guests can come and experience live music and circus acts. While guests sample the cider and beer of their choice, they will be treated to acts such as jugglers, mimes and even acrobats. Although the event is largely focused on beer, there are also several family-friendly events such as cider-making demonstrations, kids crafts and food stalls. The whimsical beer circus demonstrates that many cities are thinking of new and innovative ways to showcase their local breweries. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Circus-themed Events:** Opportunity for breweries to collaborate with entertainment professionals to create unique beer festivals that offer an immersive experience. - **Experiential Beer Festivals:** Creating interactive environments where guests can enjoy beer while being entertained by live music and circus acts. - **Family-friendly Beer Events:** Developing beer festivals that cater to families by offering activities and entertainment suitable for all ages. ### Where This Applies - **Craft Beer:** Craft breweries can host or participate in circus-themed beer festivals to attract a wider audience and differentiate themselves from competitors. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can collaborate with breweries to create unique circus-themed beer festivals that offer a combination of beer, live music, and circus acts. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can specialize in organizing circus-themed beer festivals, providing a unique and memorable experience for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Summertime Cider Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cider-collection.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindred-spirits.md) - [Cotton Candy Bacon Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-blonde-ale.md) - [Circus-Themed Whiskys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ardbeg-spectacular.md) - [Interactive Hard Seltzer Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-claw-wave-of-summer-bar.md) - [Oktoberfest-Inspired German Lagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festbier.md) - [Festive Fruit-Forward Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruitforward-beer.md) - [Beer-Pouring Party Billboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jubel-billboard.md) - [Nostalgic Tangerine Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonal-cider.md)