Come by the HQ Hotel for a little early gathering as we briefly open up our registration area before setting off on Broadway for one of New York's fabulous musicals - THE LION KING!

Doors open at 6:30pm; show begins at 7:00pm

Although we've come to New York City for spectacles by Cirque du Soleil, who says we can't take in a musical on Broadway too? Therefore, we've dedicated this night to be our night on the Great White Way, so please enjoy its various theatrical and musical offerings. Do whatever interests you; the night is yours! The CirqueCon staff will be seeing Disney's THE LION KING at Minskoff Theatre near Times's Square, which you're very welcome to join us for - who knows who we might meet tonight! Contact the theater box office directly to purchase tickets!

Begin the day by meeting us and your fellow Cirque Passionates before we set you lose on Manhattan and its environs at our Meet & Greet. If you haven't received your event tickets, event packet and goodies - now's the time! There'll be plenty of room to spread out and chat, so come on by!

What better way to see New York City than walking the streets of Manhattan? By using New York Transit's venerable Subway system, explore the many wondrous sights around New York City on your own or with other Cirque Passionates. This time is yours so bring your walking shoes and get ready to take on Manhattan!

Located at 241 West 42nd Street, between 7th and 8th avenues just off of the Times Sq/42nd St subway stop is Dallas BBQ, the place where NYC denizens have been making themselves at home for over 15 years with the best barbeque in NYC! We know walking around Manhattan is going to make you hungry, so join us at Dallas BBQ before Cirque du Soleil's OVO tonight for excellent salads, big burgers, scruptious smokehouse chicken, steak, fish or ribs! This place is MmmMmmgood!

Doors open at 7:30pm; show begins at 8:00pm

Then join us at Randal's Island for our first Cirque du Soleil group show of the event: OVO, an immersion into the teeming and energetic world of insects.

If you've still not picked up your packet, badge or other goodies, come by and see us! We'll have a time and place sorted out shortly (the time will be dependant upon any possible activities with Cirque du Soleil.)

While nothing official (or unofficial) has been confirmed, we are working with Cirque du Soleil and Madison Square Garden to see if we can't have a little fun with the Banana Shpeel cast and crew. Details forthcoming!

Billed as a charming neighborhood restaurant on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, they're commitment to serving the finest ales and lagers available is unmatched. Not to mention a fine selection of foods one comes to expect from a great ale house. And at 76th Street and Amsterdam Avenue - it's just a couple of blocks from ON THE AVE, our Headquarters Hotel and from the Beacon Theater where we'll assemble for BANANA SHPEEL following dinner!

Doors open at 7:30pm; Show begins at 8:00pm

After filling our tummies with scrumptious foods from New York's best restaurants, join us then for our second circus excursion, Cirque du Soleil's BANANA SHPEEL, a new twist on Vaudeville - Cirque style. It is a theatrical mix of comedy and dance you won't want to miss!

Since we've announced our dual city itinerary, many have asked how CirqueCon was going to move from city to city, and unfortunately we have determined that, due to the costs and logistics involved, we will be unable to provide transfer transportation between New York City and Montréal (or back). But there are many options avaiable, including carpooling with your fellow CirqueCon Passionate, flying directly, AMTRAK train, and/or Trailways Bus. Make the trek because we're transferring our event flag to Montréal for the remainder of our time. There's more Cirquein' to do!

Passionates interested in helping out the environment while at the same time rubbing elboes with some of Cirque du Soleil's elite may have elected to attend LA SOIRÉE ONE DROP, a benefit show and party benefiting Guy Laliberte's ONE DROP foundation, which is being held the evening of Friday, April 30th. The event will be sure to awaken your senses and captivate your imagination. For this event, Cirque recommends "Cirque Chic" reflecting the casual style, creative spirit and festive atmosphere of Cirque du Soleil. If you're one of the few who paid $750 to $900 to attend you won't want to miss it!

Can't afford to attend the One-Drop benefit party? Don't fret - although it is an interesting prospect, neither can we! Therefore, now that we're in Montréal - with TOUR 2010 dark to the public tonight - we'd love to see you! CirqueCon is holding a "Welcome to Montréal" Cocktail Party out of our joining hotel suites at the Marriott Spring Hill to welcome all Passionates to our second home - among the quays of the Old Port. Please come mix and mingle!

Cirque du Soleil, having heard that CirqueCon is coming to town, is working hard for a grand Cirquey welcome. Just what they have planned for us is being kept behind the curtain at this time, but it's sure to be great! Make sure you keep your calendar clear!

One of the highlights of CirqueCon is when Cirque fans gather at a local eating establishment, enjoying a meal and getting acquainted (or re-acquainted) with each other. Passionates who joined us for CirqueCon 2005 may remember the Restaurant du Vieux Port, a wonderful historical restaurant situated in the heart of the Old Port of Montréal and just a few moments walk to/from the Grand Chapiteau perched on the Quays at the waterfront. We loved them so much we're heading back!

Doors open at 7:30pm; Show begins 8:00pm

On Sunday morning, join us once again in our hotel rooms for the Kaffeeklatsch - an impromptu get-together to give us your thoughts about the weekend. Come have a cup of coffee or tea and let us know how we did and what can be improved for our next adventure: CirqueCon 2011: Hollywood! Or, just stop by to say goodbye!