Illustration of a sugar plum dancer on pointe beside a nutcracker soldier on a ballet stage (Nashville's Nutcracker Tea)
Christmas Shows

Nashville's Nutcracker Tea

Families can meet beloved characters from Nashville's Nutcracker and enjoy a shortened, interactive performance of the holiday ballet classic. The gathering includes arts, crafts, whimsical activities, and a professional photo opportunity. Guests can also enjoy festive punch, bubbly beverages, and holiday treats.

Sun, Nov 22, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Listed support/reservation packages: Sugar Plum Fairy $15,000.00 (10 reservations); Dew Drop Fairy $10,000.00 (8 reservations); Nutcracker Prince $5,000.00 (4 reservations); Mouse King $2,500.00; Snowflake $1,000.00 (4 reservations); Bon Bon $750.00 (3 reservations); Flower Court $500.00 (2 reservations).

Hours

3 - 5pm CST; Patron Level supporters have early entrance at 2 p.m.

Food & Drink

Holiday punch and treats are offered at the event.

Parking

Priority parking is included with some support levels: Sugar Plum Fairy, Dew Drop Fairy, Nutcracker Prince, Mouse King, Snowflake, Bon Bon, and Flower Court.

Location

Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Belmont University · 2020 Belmont Boulevard, Nashville, TN Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with preschool- and elementary-age children

Vibe

Festive and playful

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Choose a support level that matches your group size, since reservation numbers and seating benefits differ by level.
  • Arrive for early entrance if you hold a Patron Level reservation.
  • Mouse King Patrons and above can use reserved formal-table seating; other guests may choose any festive table.
  • Allow time for the activities and shortened interactive performance as well as the character appearances and photo opportunity.
  • If driving, check whether your support level includes priority parking.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Patron Level supporters get early entrance and exclusive viewing of the shortened performance.
  • Mouse King Patrons and above have reserved formal-table seating.
  • Support packages include reserved or shared tables and priority parking at specified levels.
  • Sugar Plum Fairy and Dew Drop Fairy packages include early VIP entry; other packages do not list early entry.
  • Sugar Plum Fairy and Dew Drop Fairy packages include premium tickets to Nashville’s Nutcracker; the Sugar Plum Fairy package also includes a backstage tour.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Nashville’s Nutcracker Tea suited to?

The event is geared towards preschool and elementary ages, but all ages are welcome.

What can families do at the tea?

Guests can meet Nashville’s Nutcracker characters, take part in arts and crafts, enjoy a shortened interactive performance and use the professional photo opportunity.

Are food and drinks included?

Holiday punch, festive bubbly beverages and treats are included.

Is seating reserved?

Mouse King Patrons and above have reserved seating at formal tables. Other guests can sit at any of the festive tables.

Is early entry or priority parking available?

Patron Level supporters have early entrance. Priority parking is included with select support levels, including Sugar Plum Fairy, Dew Drop Fairy, Nutcracker Prince, Mouse King, Snowflake, Bon Bon and Flower Court.

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