# The Nutcracker at Detroit Opera House > Event for families in the Detroit–Warren–Dearborn area (MI). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Nov 28 – Nov 29 · 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM - Where: Detroit Opera House, 1526 Broadway St, Detroit, MI 48226 - Ages: Ages 4+ (classic full-length holiday ballet with live orchestra; elegant historic opera house) - Price: Tickets start at $35 to $130; booster seats available upon request at coat check; advance reservations required. - Organizer: Detroit Opera & Grand Rapids Ballet - Official page: https://detroitopera.org/the-nutcracker-with-grand-rapids-ballet/ - Last checked: Sat, Nov 7 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/detroit/activities/the-nutcracker-at-detroit-opera-house--listing-a337317ad0e84b7fa2353126 ## About Thanksgiving weekend comes alive at the historic Detroit Opera House with the dazzling annual production of The Nutcracker, performed by the acclaimed dancers of Grand Rapids Ballet and accompanied live by the Detroit Opera Orchestra. Audiences follow young Clara through a magical battle with the Mouse King into the enchanted Land of Sweets, complete with a soaring Christmas tree, falling stage snow, and Pyotr Tchaikovsky's iconic score. The breathtaking historic auditorium features ornate gilded ceilings and plush seating, providing an unforgettable introduction to classical ballet and performing arts for children. Matinee performances are especially well-suited for families with younger kids. Booster cushions are available at the coat check, and parking is conveniently located in the adjacent Detroit Opera House parking deck. ## Similar picks in Detroit - [The Nutcracker with Grand Rapids Ballet and the Detroit Opera Orchestra](https://grassyknees.com/detroit/activities/the-nutcracker-with-grand-rapids-ballet-and-the-detroit-opera-orchestr--listing-cdba0ad3b05f551778cdc8b1) — Sat, Nov 28 (+1 more date) · 2:30 PM · Detroit Opera House · All ages · Paid · checked Oct 13. 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