The NutcrackerDerby · Sat, 7 Nov 2026

About this event

The Nutcracker at Vaillant Live, Derby: show day guide

Show starts

18:30

Getting there

Derby Bus Station, 580 m (9 min walk)

Parking

please visit https://vaillantlive.co.uk/venue-info/getting-here/ for information

Know before you go

Ticket limit

Limit of 8 tickets per order.

Please note

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Children aged 24 months and over must have a seat, only under 2s can sit on the knee of an adult.

Accessibility

Patrons requiring a hearing induction system or other services (BSL/Audio Description etc) should contact the venue. Wheelchair Accessible are for wheelchair users. Mobility Accessible, or 'Ambulant' positions, are for patrons with conditions that make it difficult to climb stairs. These seats are usually accessible with no steps, but some are reached by between 2 and 14 steps. If you wish to clarify any seating arrangement, please contact the venue. Companion Tickets allow one free companion ticket for each accessible ticket purchased. If you need more than one essential companion or additional positions in your booking, please contact the venue. By purchasing an accessible ticket with a companion ticket, you’ll be required to provide proof of eligibility/disability before the event. You will be contacted by Ticketmaster no later than 72 hours after your order. Failure to provide evidence may result in your tickets being cancelled. Contact: accessibility@vaillantlive.co.uk

Line-up

• The Nutcracker1,425 upcoming dates

Parking

please visit https://vaillantlive.co.uk/venue-info/getting-here/ for information

Accessible seating

please visit https://vaillantlive.co.uk/venue-info/accessibility/ for information

Venue rules

please visit https://vaillantlive.co.uk/venue-info/faq/ for information

Children

All children must have a valid ticket for an event, with the exception of 'babes in arms' (under 24 months) who may sit on a parent/guardian's knee, unless otherwise stated by the event promoter. Under 14s must be accompanied by adults aged 18 or over. Under 14s are not permitted on the standing floor. Please check the age restrictions for each show.

Box office

The Ticket Office opens at 1 hour before the advertised doors opening time on the day of the event and closes 15 mins after the main act takes to stage, unless otherwise stated. Tickets can be purchased online 24 hours a day at https://vaillantlive.co.uk/

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