The Nutcracker
Des Moines Civic Center
The Nutcracker is coming to Des Moines Civic Center in Des Moines, IA on December 11, 2026. Tickets start at $63.
Des Moines hosts events at Des Moines Civic Center year-round. This arts & theatre event is one of Des Moines's upcoming picks - see all events in Des Moines or browse Arts & Theatre events nationwide.
Before you buy
It is a Friday evening show starting at 7:00 PM local time.
The Nutcracker has 3 other cities on our calendar. Other stops: Worcester, MA (Nov 27), El Paso, TX (Dec 4), Miami, FL (Dec 5).
Des Moines Civic Center has 10 other upcoming events on our calendar, including Musical / Play (6), Classical (2), Pop / Rock (1). Next there: Waitress (Dec 18), Mannheim Steamroller Christmas (Dec 21).
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