Le Magnifique Carnaval du Grotesque is a fun departure from the screams and scares at 2025 Knott’s Scary Farm offering a chance to sit — on the edge of your seat — as literal death-defying feats are performed live on stage before your eyes.

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Here’s a look at everything to know about Le Magnifique Carnaval du Grotesque at 2025 Knott’s Scary Farm.

About the Show

September: 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 28
October: 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31
November: 1

This carnie delight isn’t new this year but still offers a limited opportunity to sit (or otherwise stand) and take in some fantastical sights including dancers, aerialists, fire dancers, and more.

The show takes on a decidedly macabre approach to a classic side show act with dazzling costumes and a fast-pace that focuses on keeping your hear pumping.

How to Watch

Le Magnifique Carnaval du Grotesque show takes place at the Calico Mine Stage. This one is low commitment so it’s easy to also just pop in or pop out or just enjoy as you walk by it.

There’s some places on the lawn in front of the stage where you can sit and a few picnic tables flanking the stage offering a relaxing place to enjoy the sights and sounds as they erupt around you. This show proves to be quite popular so if you want to snag a bench seat, we suggest arriving at least 30 minutes before showtime.

Typical showtimes are 8:30 PM, 10:00 PM, and 11:30 PM but always check the Knott’s Scary Farm app for the latest details. This show is exclusive to Knott’s Scary Farm.