Illustration of a felt doll in a red dress on a small toy stage with a nutcracker soldier, snowy trees and a glowing fire (Minnesota Ballet | The Nutcracker: A Duluth Tale)

Minnesota Ballet | The Nutcracker: A Duluth Tale

The Nutcracker: A Duluth Tale offers a local twist on the classic holiday ballet set against Duluth's charming landscape. Audiences follow Clara as her Nutcracker doll comes to life on a whimsical journey featuring leaping lumberjacks, dancing gingerbreads, and swirling snowflakes. The performance features Tchaikovsky's score played live by the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

decc.org

When

Hours

Friday 7:00 pm; Saturday 3:00 pm; Sunday 3:00 pm.

Parking

The DECC offers parking options and ramps with skywalk access to downtown hotels, restaurants and businesses.

Going?

Location

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Duluth Entertainment Convention Center · 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth, MN 55802 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and fans of holiday ballet

Vibe

Whimsical and festive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Choose your preferred performance before buying, as each of the three performances has its own ticket option.
  • Travel light because the DECC encourages guests not to bring bags, and permitted bags may be inspected.
  • If bringing a bag, keep it to a permitted small bag, medically necessary bag, or qualifying diaper bag.
  • Plan to stay inside after entering; if an emergency or service animal need requires re-entry, speak with staff at the main entrance.
  • Use the DECC parking ramps if driving; they have skywalk access to downtown hotels, restaurants and businesses.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The Friday performance is an evening session; Saturday and Sunday performances are daytime sessions.
  • This season features Tchaikovsky’s score performed live by the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is different about this version of The Nutcracker?

The story has a Duluth setting, with leaping lumberjacks, dancing gingerbreads and swirling snowflakes.

Who performs Tchaikovsky’s score?

The Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra performs the score live.

Are there multiple performances to choose from?

Yes. There are three performances across the weekend, with separate tickets for each.

Can I leave and re-enter during the performance?

The DECC has a no-re-entry policy for ticketed events. Guests needing to re-enter for service animal needs or emergencies should contact staff at the main entrance to have their ticket scanned.

What bags can I bring inside?

Guests are encouraged not to bring bags. Small bags, medically necessary bags and diaper bags for families with a child under three are permitted and may be inspected.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

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