Heading to a Cirque du Soleil show soon? Now that you’ve paid the ticket price, you might think that’s all there’s left to buy. Not true! All Cirque performances sell souvenir and food items before each show. Think of it all as impulse purchases. Armed with the Cirque du Soleil souvenir & food prices, you’ll know what to expect when you arrive. Plus, you’ll be able to budget for these items ahead of time!
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Cirque du Soleil Souvenir & Food Prices
After heading through security, each Cirque du Soleil guest walks through an initial tent before heading under the big top. Inside is where you’ll see “The Cirque Shop” which has all of the available show souvenirs and the concessions. Seating does not open until 30 minutes prior to showtime, but it’s recommended that guests arrive 45 minutes to an hour before the show begins. So that leaves you with plenty of time to shop, purchase food or drink or visit concierge to upgrade your seating.
Cirque du Soleil Souvenirs Information
I’m really impressed with the different types of souvenirs offered at each Cirque show. They offer both men and women’s apparel, kid’s light up toys, home decor stuff and accessories. Some of the favorite pieces I’ve seen are ornaments, kid’s tutus and snow globes that have the Cirque du Soleil logo on them. Buyer beware though: many times you cannot replace specialty items purchased at show if there’s a quality issue once you get home.
Example Cirque Du Soleil Souvenir Prices:
- T-Shirt – $38 USD
- Varsity Spirit Jersey – $64 USD
- Kid’s Light Up Toy – $15 USD
If you need to plan on a budget before attending the show, I’d plan to spend a minimum of $35. Everything seems vastly over-priced because they’re impulse buys and official trademarked apparel. The only super budget-friendly item available is the re-usable bag for $3 USD. Taxes will vary upon the show’s location.
Cirque du Soleil Food Prices
The concession stands at Cirque du Soleil offer a variety of standard circus-style food options (which I find ironic since Cirque isn’t your traditional circus at all). They’ve got nachos, pretzels, popcorn, ice cream treats, cotton candy and slush options. Expect prices to be similar to attending a movie. There are combo deals which save you a bit of money if you include a beverage purchase.
For alcoholic options, Cirque du Soleil offers several hard seltzers, cocktails wine, champagne and beer. They partner with several wineries to pour a selection of wines. Cocktail options include vodka cocktails, vodka cocktail doubles and Moscow mule.
Example Cirque du Soleil Alcohol Prices:
- Beer – $12 USD
- Sparkling Wine – $14 USD
- Vodka Cocktail & Moscow Mule – $12 USD
- Vodke Cocktail Double – $19 USD
- Champaign – $19
- Black Gimlet – $19
- Black & Tonic – $19
- Wine – $12 (6 oz) or $16 (9oz)
VIP Experience Upgrade
If you’re looking to make your night at Cirque even more special, you can upgrade your tickets to the VIP Experience. We’ve done it as a treat for a Valentine’s Day date night and it’s definitely amazing if you can afford the price tag. Of course, it’s only worth the money if you drink the alcoholic beverages.
The Cirque du Soleil VIP Experience ticket upgrade includes:
- Premium ticket with upgraded seats
- Cocktail Reception
- Hors d’oeuvres and sweet treats
- Private terrace and restrooms
- Complimentary Parking
- Complimentary Souvenir Gift
The souvenir gift for our VIP Experience was a photo in a paper frame and the art book. It is an open bar experience and you definitely want to take advantage of the time the receptions is open. Guests can access the lounge area one hour before the show begins and don’t have to sit until 15 minutes prior to the show starting. It’s also open during the 25 minute intermission.
Cirque du Soleil Seat Upgrades
Here’s where I really wish we would have paid for an upgrade on our latest show experience. It seems that over the years, the seats are getting more narrow. It might be fine if you’re seeing a weeknight show, but you’re attending a sold out weekend performance – it is TIGHT.
I consider myself an average size woman (size 12) and found that the person sitting next to me hip-to-hip with me. There isn’t much leg room and you’re sitting in very close proximity to the person next to you. I feel like everyone spills out of the seats – not just an overweight guest.
If you’re sensitive to tight spaces, consider upgrading your Cirque du Soleil seats. The upgrade starts at $10 for a more comfortable and wider seat. Plus, those seats are directly in the front of centerstage.
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