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The Shambolympics

20 November 2025 by ellierogers

Join us on The Common in an arena bubbling with athletic chaos. The Shambolympics takes competitors through a series of ridiculous sporting rounds in

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Shambolympics: Final

29 January 2026 by beckawhiteley

The weekend’s finalists bring their all in a battle for the coveted title of 2026 Shambolympics Champions – bring flags, bring bells & support

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2 Minute Silence

25 June 2026 by ellierogers

What happens when we turn EVERYTHING off (including our voices) for 2 minutes. Join us for this moment of reflection and quiet to find

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Crowning of the Carnival Champions 2026!

28 May 2026 by ellierogers

Always believe in Gold! What happens when the chaos of the carnival meets the hilarious world of Shambolympics. Stick around to the end of

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Disco Dodgeball

26 March 2026 by ellierogers

DISCO DODGEBALL presented by House of Dinosaur This is the ultimate amalgamation of the greatest sport in the world with the greatest music. Fusing

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Mass Musical Benches

30 April 2026 by ellierogers

Village Circus has revamped this childhood classic for adults who still know how to have fun. Expect spontaneous dance offs, surprise bonus rounds and

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Shambolympics Opening Party

26 March 2026 by ellierogers

Never ones to turn down an opportunity for more fun, Village Circus are delighted to be bringing you tunes, ceilidh dancing and silliness to

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Shambolympics: Round 2

29 January 2026 by beckawhiteley

The Shambolympics hosted by Village Circus returns for 2026, with a host of off the wall new challenges for our competitors. Saturday looks set

A lively group of people in colourful costumes pose with arms raised in front of a “Shambolympics” sign and trailer, outdoors on grass with trees in the background. A blue tarpaulin and sacks are on the ground in front.

Shambolympics: Round 1

29 January 2026 by beckawhiteley

The Shambolympics hosted by Village Circus returns for 2026, with a host of off-the-wall new challenges for our competitors. Come on Friday to see

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