# First Coast Nutcracker at Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts > Event for families in the Jacksonville area (FL). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Dec 11 – Dec 13 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM - Where: Moran Theater at Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts, 300 Water St, Jacksonville, FL 32202 - Ages: Ages 4 and up (Family ballet classic) - Price: $28 to $75 depending on seating tier; group and student discounts available - Organizer: Jacksonville Symphony & First Coast Nutcracker - Official page: https://www.jaxsymphony.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 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/jacksonville/activities/first-coast-nutcracker-at-jacksonville-center-for-the-performing-arts--listing-02e3905a2432b32cb181d107 ## About A Jacksonville holiday tradition celebrating over fifty consecutive seasons, the First Coast Nutcracker brings Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece to life inside the grand Moran Theater. Performed by the Jacksonville Symphony alongside a cast of talented local youth dancers, this lavish production features stunning choreography, vibrant hand-painted backdrops, sparkling snowfall over the stage, and the magical growing Christmas tree. Children watch in wonder as Clara battles the Mouse King, journeys through the enchanted Pine Forest, and arrives at the Land of Sweets to be greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Stroller check is available in the main theater lobby; Moran Theater features step-free elevator access and designated wheelchair seating. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Comfortable lobby lounges with plush armchairs on each level; spacious family restrooms with baby-changing stations located off the main concourse. • Age Suitability: Best suited for children ages 4 and up, tweens, teens, and ballet lovers of all ages; booster seats available upon request. • Sensory Tips: Full live symphonic orchestral music and theatrical stage lighting; mild cannon sound effect during the Mouse King battle scene. ## Similar picks in Jacksonville - [Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts A Christmas Carol](https://grassyknees.com/jacksonville/activities/jacksonville-center-for-the-performing-arts-a-christmas-carol--listing-81c58c630d43204bcf9e1256) — Dec 5 – Dec 6 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM · Moran Theater at Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts · Ages 6–99 · From $32 · checked Nov 5. 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