The Christmas spirit is already in the air in Mexico City, and free events are starting to pop up! If you love ballet or are looking for a family-friendly activity, mark your calendars: The Nutcracker will have a free performance at the Museo Vivo del Muralismo on Sunday, November 29, 2026.
The performance will be presented by Leviatán Dance Project, an independent company that will bring this Christmas classic to the museum’s Ibero-American Hall. The performance will begin at 4:00 p.m., and admission is free.
In addition to enjoying the music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the audience will have the opportunity to explore one of the most interesting historic sites in downtown Mexico City.
The Nutcracker will take the stage in a hall steeped in history
This version of The Nutcracker will feature choreography based on the original by Marius Petipa and will be under the artistic direction of Melisa Palma and Luis Enrique Rendón.
Leviatán Dance Project is an independent troupe that has presented works from the classical repertoire, such as *Giselle*, and seeks to create performance opportunities for young dancers.
Another detail that makes this performance special is the venue where it will take place. The Ibero-American Hall at the Museo Vivo del Muralismo was part of the former Convent of the Incarnation and was later transformed into a library by José Vasconcelos.
The venue houses works by artists such as Roberto Montenegro and Luis Nishizawa, so this performance will combine classical dance, music, and artistic heritage.
When and where can you see The Nutcracker for free in Mexico City?
The performance will take place on Sunday, November 29—a chance to kick off your holiday plans without spending a dime.
The Museo Vivo del Muralismo is located in the Historic Center, just a few steps from various cultural venues and near the Zócalo/Tenochtitlan station on Metro Line 2.
Here are the details to help you plan your visit:
- Date: Sunday, November 29, 2026
- Location: Salón Iberoamericano at the Museo Vivo del Muralismo, República de Argentina 28, Historic Center, Cuauhtémoc borough
- Time: 4:00 p.m.
- Cost: Free admission
