Jacksonville Symphony: First Coast Nutcracker
- Date
- Friday, December 18, 2026
- Time
- 8:00 PM
- Venue
- Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater
- Genre
- Symphonic
- Countdown
- In 35 days
Pick your time
2 other dates · through Dec 20
About Jacksonville Symphony: First Coast Nutcracker
Jacksonville Symphony: First Coast Nutcracker comes to Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater in Jacksonville, Florida on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Ticket prices are shown on the ticket page.
It is one of 4 theater and arts events in Jacksonville that week. There are 3 other events on the Jacksonville calendar the same day. Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater has 7 upcoming events listed here. Jacksonville Symphony has 57 upcoming dates, including more nights in Jacksonville.
This listing is one date in a run of 3 dates here, through December 20, 2026.
From the organizer
First Coast Nutcracker The cherished First Coast Nutcracker is back, filling the air with the wonder and joy of the season! For more than 50 years, this iconic Jacksonville Symphony tradition brings families and communities together to experience holiday enchantment. Tchaikovsky?s timeless melodies come to life as snowflakes dance, slippers sparkle and festive costumes twirl. This heartwarming celebration features live music and over 130 ballet dancers, making it the only local production of its kind. Don?t miss this unforgettable celebration of family, music and magic?an absolute must for this season!
On the bill
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Jacksonville Symphony Symphonic · 57 upcoming dates
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- Jax Symphony: Holiday Big Band 3:00 PM · Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Jacoby Hall, Jacksonville, FL
- Jax Symphony: Holiday Pops 7:30 PM · Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Jacoby Hall, Jacksonville, FL
- Jax Symphony: Holiday Pops 7:30 PM · Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Jacoby Hall, Jacksonville, FL
- Jax Symphony: Holiday Pops 3:00 PM · Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Jacoby Hall, Jacksonville, FL
Know before you go
- Ticket sales
- General sale opened Tue, Aug 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT and closes Fri, Dec 18, 2026 at 10:00 PM EST.
The venue: Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater
Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater300 West Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202
- Parking
- Charge: Charges vary. It is set by downtown parking vendors/street parking. For more information, visit: http://jaxevents.com/venues/times-union-center-for-the-performing-arts/parking-info/
- Accessible seating
- This venue is an accessible venue.
- Box office hours
- The Jacksonville Center Box Office is only open on the day of the event, starting one hour prior to show time. To purchase tickets in person, you may visit the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena Box Office. The VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena Box Office hours are: Monday - Friday: 10am- 4pm
- Box office phone
- (904) 630-3900 Group Sales: (904) 630-3696 # of Persons to Constitute a Group: Varies by event
- Payment accepted
- Cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover
- Will call
- Location: Main Box Office Opens: 1 hour prior to event Customer must present the actual credit card used for the purchase, a photo ID and Ticketmaster account confirmation number in order to receive tickets.
- Children
- For FSCJ Events: Everyone needs a ticket to enter. For Jacksonville Symphony Events: Customer should contact the box office. For other events: Ticketing varies, please see event page or contact 904-633-6110
- House rules
- Items NOT Allowed: No cameras No recording devices No alcohol No cans No bottles No outside food or drinks Smoking Policy: Smoking is NOT permitted Items Allowed: Contact venue
Seating chart
Coming up at Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater
- A Celtic Christmas 7:30 PM · Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater
- The Screwtape Letters 3:00 PM · Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater
- Professor Brian Cox - Emergence 7:30 PM · Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater
- Cirque Dreams Holidaze (Touring) 6:30 PM · Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater
- Hamilton (Touring) 7:30 PM · Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater
- Snow White Ballet 3:00 PM · Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater
Questions about this event
When is Jacksonville Symphony: First Coast Nutcracker?
Jacksonville Symphony: First Coast Nutcracker takes place on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM (local Jacksonville time).
Where is Jacksonville Symphony: First Coast Nutcracker held?
At Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater, 300 West Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. The venue has 7 upcoming events on our calendar.
How much are tickets for Jacksonville Symphony: First Coast Nutcracker?
Prices were not published with this listing. Follow the ticket link for current availability and pricing.
Is there an age limit for Jacksonville Symphony: First Coast Nutcracker?
For FSCJ Events: Everyone needs a ticket to enter. For Jacksonville Symphony Events: Customer should contact the box office. For other events: Ticketing varies, please see event page or contact 904-633-6110
Is there parking at Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater?
Charge: Charges vary. It is set by downtown parking vendors/street parking. For more information, visit: http://jaxevents.com/venues/times-union-center-for-the-performing-arts/parking-info/
Is Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Moran Theater wheelchair accessible?
This venue is an accessible venue.
What else is happening in Jacksonville on December 18?
Also on Friday, December 18: Aries Spears at Florida Theatre Jacksonville, UF vs GCU: Jacksonville Hoops Showdown pres by Jax Sports Fndn at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena and Eazybaked at Decca Live.
