FLOTSAM! River Circus - SCHENECTADY

Thu Aug 28 2025 at 06:30 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-04:00

Gateway Landing | Schenectady

Flotsam River Circus
Publisher/HostFlotsam River Circus
FLOTSAM! River Circus - SCHENECTADY
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Come see Flotsam River Circus in Schenectady on Thursday, August 28th!
Flotsam is a troupe of musicians, circus artists, and puppeteers traveling on a handmade raft, giving free performances in waterfront towns along the way.
We'll be performing at the Gateway Landing Park, on the West side of town. Just look for the most unusual 'boat' on the water — that's us!
Our show is family-friendly but intended for audiences of all ages. The performance starts at 6:30 pm and will be finished before 8:00. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, and come early for a good spot!
The show is free to attend, but we keep this crazy project afloat through donations. If you can afford it, we suggest a contribution of $10–$25 per person. Cash is welcome, or you can Venmo us at @rivercircus. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit, and all donations are tax deductible.
Parking in the area is limited, so if possible, please carpool, bus, bike, kayak, or teleport. If you are considering arriving by boat, please note that our show is much better viewed from shore — and we ask that no boats position themselves behind us during the performance.
A HUGE thank you to the City of Schenectady for welcoming us!
This is just one stop on our 2025 Erie Canal and Hudson River tour. In conjunction with the Bicentennial of the Erie Canal, we’ll be traveling over 600 miles and performing in dozens of towns, all the way to New York City!
Check see our full schedule and learn more about us at:
http://www.rivercircus.com
Hope to see you there — and please help spread the word!

(Photos by Ben Hovland and Nathan Bennett)
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