Tampa City Ballet - The Nutcracker

Tampa City Ballet presents their annual production of The Nutcracker. This is a classic holiday ballet, featuring the full company and student dancers in the traditional story of Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and the Mouse King. It's a cornerstone of the Tampa arts scene each December. The Nutcracker at USF Theatre 1 on Saturday, December 5, 2026, is a good opportunity to see classical ballet in a welcoming theater setting. It's often a first ballet for younger audiences and a holiday tradition for many families in Tampa.