Turkmen State Circus, Circus building in central Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.
The Turkmen State Circus is a circus building in central Ashgabat with a large performance space designed for audiences. The hall holds around 1,700 spectators and hosts various circus acts and theatrical shows.
The building opened in 1984, designed by architects Annageldy Bazarov and Arif Zeynalov. After remaining closed for many years, it resumed performances in 2009.
The venue serves as a center where local performers showcase acts that blend regional traditions with circus arts. You can experience how entertainment and performance shape the cultural life of the city.
The building sits in the heart of Ashgabat and is easy to find. Check ahead for show schedules and allow time to arrive before performances begin.
The building underwent major renovation by Turkish company EFOR in 2008 and was rebuilt from the ground up. Shortly after reopening, it won first place at Moscow's Circus Festival in 2013.
Location: Ashgabat
Inception: 1984
GPS coordinates: 37.95420,58.36610
Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:40
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