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Hire Us for Your Special Event!

Make your next event unforgettable with an aerial circus show! We offer performances on aerial fabric, trapeze, lyra, flying pole, rope, contortion, hand balance, acrobatics, juggling, hula hoop, and more.

Want the Aviary to perform at your venue?
We will need at least one rigging point with a minimum height of 15 feet and load capacity of 2,000 lbs, as well as access to the venue several hours before the event. The venue must provide proof of structural integrity, as well as a ladder, lift, or means of reaching the rig point(s). Please note: 15’ or higher is required for aerial silks and 20’ or higher is recommended for a more dynamic performance.

Is your event outside/without appropriate rigging capacity? 
No worries, we can bring our portable aerial rig! We can adjust for many different heights, but we will need some space, please see the specs below to make sure your event has enough space. Please note: 15’ or higher is required for aerial silks and 20’ or higher is recommended for a more dynamic performance.

Footprint
21’ x 21’
19’ x 19’
17’ x 17’
14.5’ x 14.5’
12.5’ x 12.5’
10.5’ x 10.5’

Height
23’
20’
17.5’
15’
12.5’
10’

We think the Aviary would be the perfect entertainment for your special event, but you don’t have to take our word for it!

"Thank you for the stellar performance. We had a record-breaking crowd for our Sounds & Sights performances -- between 295-300 people visited the lawn in the 90 minutes you were here. Both my manager and assistant director were very pleased." - S. Powers, Adult Services Librarian & Event Coordinator, Chelsea District Library

“AADL looks forward each year to the appearance of the Aviary Aerial and Circus Arts at our annual Summer Spectacular event at Vets Park. Audiences of all ages are delighted at the daring and artistry of the performances. Their graceful movement high above the crowd never cease to amaze.” - J. Parker, Director, Ann Arbor District Library

Pricing
$2,250 for a 45-minute show OR three 15-minute sets with at least 15 mins between each set.
$1,500 for a 30-minute show OR two 15-minute sets with at least 15 mins between each set.

  • At least one aerial performance per 15-minute set (or three per 45-minute show).

  • The show can also include a mix of other circus skills, depending on performer availability: contortion, hand balance, acrobatics, juggling, hula hoop, etc.

Additions

  • +$100 - PA for wireless music and microphone.

  • +$250 - aerial rig transportation to venue within 35 miles of Ann Arbor, MI, installation, and removal.

    • Additional distance pricing is available, please don't hesitate to ask.

  • +$100 & up - event-specific costuming requests

Performance Requirements for Outdoor Events

  • Access to bathrooms for all genders within 5 minutes walking distance of the performance area.

  • Access to free, potable water within 5 minutes walking distance of the performance area.

  • Outdoor events - refunds will not be given due to weather conditions, please have an alternate performance area or date ready in case of inclement weather.

    • Temperature: must be 60-95 °.

    • Precipitation: minimal to none, soggy ground and wet equipment compromise performer safety.

  • Preferred, but not required: a private space for performers to change clothing.

The Fine Print
Emergencies may necessitate the substitution of performers, equipment, and skills available; you will always be contacted if a specifically requested artist, skill, or apparatus will not be available.

We commit ourselves to delivering a stunning performance for your event. As such, we require a financial commitment of 25% of the total performance price to hold the date for you. Four weeks prior, 50% of the total cost is due. These payments are non-refundable. The remaining 25% will be paid on the performance day. Checks are accepted, but there will be a $25 per day fee if funds are unavailable until the outstanding balance is paid in full.

Upcoming Events and Tickets

Ticket sales open at noon six weeks before the event and close when we sell out or at midnight the night before. Only 100 tickets are available per event; please be sure to reserve yours as soon as possible.

Free events do not require tickets and have no capacity limit.