NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Experience a grand holiday spectacle set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, featuring world-class international dancers and gravity-defying acrobatics. The stage comes to life with magnificent costumes and towering puppets for a celebratory seasonal performance.
What to Expect
North America's largest Nutcracker production with acrobatics and towering puppets.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown El Paso
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
El Paso Live
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and ballet fans
Vibe
Grand and festive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Wed, Dec 23: 3:00 PM (doors open at 2:00 PM); 7:00 PM (doors open at 8:00 PM). Thu, Dec 24: 12:00 PM (doors open at 11:00 AM).
- Parking: Official event parking is in the Convention Center Parking Garage on Santa Fe St, which takes Visa, MasterCard, Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Tips & Advice
- Bring a clear bag and a card or phone wallet, because the venue is now clear-bag and cashless and won't take cash.
- Plan to park rather than be dropped at the entrance, since the main drop-off is currently closed for construction.
- Use the official Convention Center Parking Garage on Santa Fe St, which accepts Visa, MasterCard, Apple Pay and Google Pay for parking.
- Collect your car after the show, because vehicles left unattended in the garages without El Paso Live's authorization risk being booted and fined.
- From I-10 East, take Downtown Exit 19B and turn left on Santa Fe St. From I-10 West, take exit 19 and turn right.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this show a good choice for families?
Yes, it's a holiday show made for families, billed as a Christmas your family will treasure for years to come.
What will we see on stage?
It's billed as the largest Nutcracker production in North America. It features world-class international dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, magnificent costumes and towering puppets, all set to Tchaikovsky's score.
Where do I park?
Official event parking is in the Convention Center Parking Garage on Santa Fe St. From I-10 East, take Downtown Exit 19B and turn left on Santa Fe St. From I-10 West, take exit 19 and turn right on Santa Fe St. The garage is on the right.
Are there bag or payment rules?
Yes, the venue is now clear-bag and cashless.
Can someone drop me off at the door?
The main drop-off is currently closed for construction, so plan to park or arrange a different drop-off point.
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