NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

Date: Tuesday, December 22, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM · doors 7:00 PM
Venue: Tennessee Theatre
Genre: Dance
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3 start times on Tuesday, Dec 22

About NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet comes to Tennessee Theatre in Knoxville, Tennessee on Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Doors open at 7:00 PM. Ticket prices are shown on the ticket page.

It is one of 2 theater and arts events in Knoxville that week. There is 1 other event on the Knoxville calendar the same day. Tennessee Theatre has 13 upcoming events listed here. NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet has 99 upcoming dates, including San Jose, Corvallis and Durham.

There are 3 start times on Tuesday, December 22, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM — pick the one that suits you below.

From the organizer

Make this the Christmas they'll never forget with NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet. Experience the largest Nutcracker production in North America - a breathtaking holiday spectacle featuring world-class international dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, magnificent costumes, and towering puppets. Set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score, this grand production transforms the stage into an unforgettable celebration of the season - one your family will treasure for years to come. Get tickets now at nutcracker.com!

Lineup

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NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet Dance · 99 upcoming dates
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The Former Moscow Ballet Dance · 47 upcoming dates
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The Nutcracker Dance · 511 upcoming dates

More dates for NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

Know before you go

Doors: Doors open at 7:00 PM; the event starts at 8:00 PM.
Please note: No refunds or exchanges. Event date and time subject to change. All ages are required to have a ticket for this event. Tickets subject to cancellation if suspected brokering or violating ticket limits. The Tennessee Theatre is not responsible for any tickets that are lost, stolen, or purchased through third party websites. Free parking available on weekends and after 6pm on weekdays in the State Street Garage behind the Theatre. For the safety of all patrons, all persons and items entering the Theatre are subject to screening by security officers and metal detectors. Prohibited items: weapons of any kind (including pocketknives), Illegal substances, cameras, audio or video recording devices (photo policy subject to change per event). Patrons who fail to comply will not be admitted into the venue or will be expelled from the venue without refund.
Ticket limit: There is an overall 9 ticket limit for this event.
Ticket sales: General sale opened Fri, Apr 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT and closes Tue, Dec 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST. Platinum Seating Onsale: Apr 17, 10:00 AM – Dec 22, 7:00 PM EST. Gold Circle Seating Onsale: Apr 17, 10:00 AM – Dec 22, 7:00 PM EST.

The venue: Tennessee Theatre

Tennessee Theatre
604 S. Gay St., Knoxville, TN 37902

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Parking: Free parking is available for most night and weekend performances at the State Street garage located behind the theater, as well as the nearby Locust Street and Market Square garages. Additional parking lots and on-street parking are located nearby. For performances during regular business hours, parking is available in all of these areas for a fee. Parking fees vary from lot to lot. Please allow ample time to park.
Accessible seating: The venue has ADA seating in various locations. Please call venue Box Office for these. Venue has Elevators, and ADA Facilities, ADA Parking, ADA ramps and Entrance. For more info call 865-684-1200 ext. 2.
Box office hours: Monday-Friday 10:00am-3:00pm. Day of event - Will Call is available 1 hour prior to the start of performance
Box office phone: 865-684-1200 ext. 2
Payment accepted: VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Cash
Will call: Tennessee Theatre is a digital ticketing venue. The Box Office will be available 1 hour prior to performance to assist with ticketing needs.
Children: All attendees, regardless of age, are required to hold a ticket. This applies to children who may sit on an adult's lap for the majority or entirety of a performance. For question, please contact the Box Office.
House rules: Cameras, camera phones, audio, video and digital recorders, paging devices, and cell phones may not be permitted in the theatres based on the artists' policies. Guests using prohibited items may be ejected without refund.

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Coming up at Tennessee Theatre 13 events

Questions about this event

When is NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet?

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet takes place on Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM, with doors opening at 7:00 PM (local Knoxville time).

Where is NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet held?

At Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay St., Knoxville, TN 37902. The venue has 13 upcoming events on our calendar.

How much are tickets for NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet?

Prices were not published with this listing. Follow the ticket link for current availability and pricing.

Who is on the bill for NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet?

The listed lineup is NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet, The Former Moscow Ballet and The Nutcracker.

Is there an age limit for NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet?

All attendees, regardless of age, are required to hold a ticket. This applies to children who may sit on an adult's lap for the majority or entirety of a performance. For question, please contact the Box Office.

Is there parking at Tennessee Theatre?

Free parking is available for most night and weekend performances at the State Street garage located behind the theater, as well as the nearby Locust Street and Market Square garages. Additional parking lots and on-street parking are located nearby. For performances during regular business hours, parking is available…

Is Tennessee Theatre wheelchair accessible?

The venue has ADA seating in various locations. Please call venue Box Office for these. Venue has Elevators, and ADA Facilities, ADA Parking, ADA ramps and Entrance. For more info call 865-684-1200 ext. 2.

What else is happening in Knoxville on December 22?

Also on Tuesday, December 22: Smokies Winter Wonderland Light Show at Covenant Health Park.