Land of Sweets Experience
Available Pre-Show at Every Performance through Dec 26 Dec 12 - 26, 2025George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® returns Dec 12–28, and every ticket includes the pre-show Land of Sweets Experience!
Step into the immersive Land of Sweets Experience in the Peacock Foundation Studio at the Adrienne Arsht Center. Explore interactive projections, festive photo opportunities, seasonal treats, and more—fun for the whole family.
Land of Sweets highlights include:
- Interactive Projections by MadArts – Discover playful surprises in a dazzling world of light, color, and imagination.
- Festive Photo Stations – Snap perfect holiday memories with family and friends.
- Spirit Airlines More Fly Ice Lounge – Relax and enjoy seasonal treats before the show.
- Craft Activity Station – A festive coloring activity for the whole family.
- Nutcracker Merchandise Shop – Take home a piece of the magic.
Keep your eyes peeled for surprise character meet-and-greets and delightful extras, like complimentary embroidery at select performances—you never know what festive magic awaits!
A holiday must!
Extra Experiences at Select Performances
Nutcracker Pajama Parties!
Warm, cozy, and delicious! Arrive in your holiday pajamas and enjoy sweets, treats, and story time before the show. Includes cookies and hot chocolate.
Free Dance Class for the Whole Family!
Step into the magic yourself! Join our Explore Dance community for beginner-friendly movement classes for all ages to twirl, leap, and imagine—no experience required.
Sat, Dec 13 at 2 PM
Sun, Dec 14 at 1 PM
Sat, Dec 20 at 2 PM
Sun, Dec 21 at 1 PM
An engaging experience for the kids and a great opportunity to connect with the story beyond the performance
Wonderful family experience. Will be back next year for sure.
