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6 Events To Entertain Your Kids This Summer

Make this summer one to remember for you and your kids with tickets to these incredible shows.

These family friendly events will be the highlight of your kid's summer.
These family friendly events will be the highlight of your kid's summer. (Shutterstock)

While it doesn’t take much to enjoy sunshine and warmer weather, finding ways to keep kids entertained during the long summer months can often prove to be a challenging task for any parent.

So what do you do when you’re trying to bring some extra excitement to summer break? We suggest taking the whole family to see a show that they’ll be talking about all summer long.

We’ve rounded up an exciting collection of family-friendly, monotony-busting events that will appeal to kids of all ages. From awe-inspiring acrobatics and beloved TV characters, to monster truck extravaganzas, there is truly something for every family.

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Matt Beard/Cirque du Soleil.

Cirque du Soleil Luzia

Embrace the magic of Mexico in a way you never imagined possible. The creative minds behind Cirque du Soleil have developed a spellbinding show that has been acclaimed as one of the company's best, incorporating acrobatics, technology and spectacle. This is not your average circus performance: Luiza, A Waking Dream of Mexico, is an elegant, larger-than-life show full of awe-inspiring skill, captivating puppetry and stunning set design.


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Feld Entertainment/Monster Jam.

Monster Jam

If your kids love trucks, cars, or motorcycles then it doesn’t get bigger or more exciting than the adrenaline-filled world of Monster Jam. This competition showcases monster trucks (and their drivers) in all of their glory — flying through the air, crushing cars, and performing unbelievable stunts. The atmosphere is electric, and the massive 12-foot-tall machines will certainly be an unforgettable sight for kids and adults alike. It does get loud, so appropriate ear protection is highly encouraged.


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Deen van Mee/Disney.

“Aladdin”

Young and young-at-heart fans of the film will love Disney’s magnificent stage adaptation of “Aladdin.” This timeless musical's unforgettable story is beautifully brought to life in this stunning live show featuring flashy dance numbers, incredible set design, can’t-miss performances, and of course, memorable songs like “Friend Like Me,” “Arabian Nights” and “A Whole New World.” This event is fun, light-hearted, captivating and bound to entertain the whole family.


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Nickelodeon/JoJo Siwa.

JoJo Siwa

For children of a certain age, no star compares to Nickelodeon and YouTube sensation JoJo Siwa. Ubiquitous in many households, her catchy songs and peppy videos have garnered millions of views online. Her style is positive and upbeat, and for her ardent young fans, this is bound to be an experience they won’t soon stop talking about. This is JoJo’s first live tour, so expect perky songs, quirky dance moves, her signature hair bows and, of course, glitter. Lots of glitter.


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Nickelodeon/PAW Patrol.

PAW Patrol Live

Families with younger children won’t want to miss seeing this hugely popular Nickelodeon phenomenon live. These heroic rescue pups come to life in an engaging, interactive performance that will have the little ones at the edge of their seats. Join Ryder, Marshall, Chase, Skye and more of the show’s lovable characters on entertaining and interactive adventures. Your little ones can even meet the whole gang with the VIP (Very Important Pup) Experience.


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Razor & Tie/The Wiggles.


The Wiggles

Beloved Australian children’s supergroup The Wiggles is returning to stages nationwide with their signature catchy tunes and upbeat energy. After decades delighting generations of ecstatic young children around the world, the iconic ensemble has amassed an impressive repertoire of can’t-miss classics and newer ear-worms. Emma, Lachy, Simon and Anthony will be joined by Captain Feathersword, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Henry the Octopus, Wags the Dog and more.


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