Le Cirque Arcanus is a stage show in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic that combines live performers, puppetry, special effects, and more. It is closing for a brief refurbishment later this month.
Le Cirque Arcanus

Le Cirque Arcanus will temporarily close from June 21, 2026 – June 30, 2026. Universal has not announced the reasoning for the closure, but the brief timeline suggests it’s for minor work.
Read the official description of the 23-minute show below:
In an attempt to bring Le Cirque Arcanus back to its former glory, ringmaster Skender has stolen Newt Scamander’s suitcase which contains fantastic beasts from around the globe. It’s up to circus employee Gwenlyn to rescue the creatures in this spectacular mix of live performers, amazing puppetry, dazzling special effects and more.
Guests can witness the curiosities of Le Cirque Arcanus, explore the strange and unusual acts as they stroll past the many sideshow booths on their way to the main stage, and enjoy a mix of live performers, puppetry, and special effects during the show.
Take a tour of the queue and watch the full show below:
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