The Shrine Circus and spring are synonymous in Maine, and this year is no exception.

Portland

The Kora Shrine Circus tri-city tour commences in Portland at the Cumberland County Civic Center on April 16, 17 and 18. Performances are Saturday at 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m., Sunday at 1 and 5 p.m., and Monday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Advance general admission and reserved seats are available at the Civic Center Box Office and all Ticketmaster outlets.

Lewiston

Lewiston performances at The Colisee will be at 2 and 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 19, and 9:30 a.m., 2 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 20. Advance general admission and reserved seats are available at the Kora Shrine Center, 11 Sabattus St.

Augusta

Performances at the Augusta Civic Center will be at 2 and 7 p.m. Friday, April 22, and 9:30 a.m., 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, April 23. Advance general admission and reserved seats are available at the Augusta Civic Center Box Office.

General admission tickets are also available at the Kora Shrine Center, 11 Sabattus St., Lewiston, and from members of Kora Shrine. For more information, call the Kora Shrine Center at 800-782-KORA.