Floydada Hosts Successful One-Day Circus Event

Culpepper & Merriweather Circus draws 232 attendees for two shows at Floydada Rodeo Grounds

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:11am

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A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration featuring a repeated icon of a classic circus tent in bright neon shades, conceptually representing the energy and excitement of the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus event in Floydada.The Culpepper & Merriweather Circus brings its signature big top and family entertainment to the small town of Floydada, Texas, delighting local crowds with classic circus acts.Floydada Today

The Culpepper & Merriweather Circus brought its classic family entertainment to Floydada, Texas on Wednesday, April 8, hosting two performances under the Big Top at the Floydada Rodeo Grounds. The one-day event, sponsored by the Floydada Chamber of Commerce, featured traditional circus acts like acrobatics and juggling that entertained a strong local crowd throughout the day.

Why it matters

Events like the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus provide unique entertainment options for small towns like Floydada, helping to draw visitors and create memorable community experiences. The Floydada Chamber of Commerce's efforts to bring this traveling circus to town reflect their ongoing commitment to supporting local attractions and activities.

The details

The Culpepper & Merriweather Circus featured a variety of traditional circus acts, including acrobatics, juggling, and family-friendly performances that entertained attendees of all ages. In total, 232 people attended the two shows hosted at the Floydada Rodeo Grounds.

  • The circus event took place on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
  • The circus hosted two performances throughout the day.

The players

Culpepper & Merriweather Circus

A traveling circus that brings classic family entertainment to communities across the country.

Floydada Chamber of Commerce

The local business organization that sponsored the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus event in Floydada.

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What they’re saying

“Events like the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus provide unique entertainment options for small towns like Floydada, helping to draw visitors and create memorable community experiences.”

— Floydada Chamber of Commerce

The takeaway

The successful Culpepper & Merriweather Circus event in Floydada demonstrates the value of local organizations like the Chamber of Commerce bringing unique attractions to their communities, fostering a sense of shared experience and pride among residents.