BARABOO, Wis. (WKOW) -- It's a bittersweet month at Circus World as staff soak up every last moment with the elephants before they retire at the end of August. Circus World Director Scott O'Donnell ...

Baraboo, Wis. (WKOW) — Circus World kicks off its season on Friday, and it’s the last one with the elephants as performers. The elephants have been a staple in the Baraboo community since the late ...

BARABOO, Wis. - Tucked alongside the Baraboo River, beneath the big top sits hallowed ground to anyone who’s ever loved the circus. Opening day at Circus World brings thrills and some jitters. "It’s ...

For the first time since the Ringling Bros. brought their circus to Baraboo in the late 1800s, elephants won't be returning to the city as Circus World prepares to open their summer performance season ...

In the old days, the circus came to town once a year or so but at Circus World in Baraboo, Wisconsin, it’s circus time every day year round. Comprising 64 acres, Circus World is a homage to the past, ...

A real clown is taking over as leader of Circus World. A “boss clown,” as a matter of fact. Scott O’Donnell, who worked as “boss clown” for the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus in 2006 ...

Angela discovers why Circus World made Wisconsin a nationally renowned historic site and where the Ringling Brothers began in 1884. The museum features daily performances under the billowing big top — ...

In 1974, a new theme park called Circus World Showcase opened its doors in Haines City, not far down I-4 from Walt Disney World. (photo via mouseplanet.com) The idea for Circus World was originally ...