Upcoming Sesame Street Live dates
Dates and live ticket listings appear here as soon as they are on sale. The guide below covers what to know before you buy.
What Sesame Street Live is
Sesame Street Live is a touring stage show starring the characters from the children's television series Sesame Street, made for children ages 1 to 7 and the adults who bring them. As of October 2026, the show on tour is Elmo's Got the Moves, which premiered in spring 2026. Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and their friends sing and dance through familiar songs such as "Sunny Days," the title song and "Letter of the Day," and the audience is encouraged to sing, clap and dance along.
Round Room Live produces the show under license from Sesame Workshop, the organization behind the television series. The current production plays the stages of touring theaters and performing arts centers rather than arena floors.
Four decades of touring Sesame Street
Few family tours have lasted as long. Vincent Egan's VEE Corporation licensed the characters and opened the first Sesame Street Live in September 1980 at the Metropolitan Sports Center in Bloomington, Minnesota. That Christmas it played four weeks at Madison Square Garden's Felt Forum in New York. VEE ran the tour for 35 years, adding a second company and, for a time, an Australian one.
- 1980–2015: VEE Corporation, with titles such as Big Bird and the ABCs and Elmo's Green Thumb.
- 2015–2017: VStar Entertainment Group, after Blue Star Media bought VEE.
- 2017–2023: Feld Entertainment, with titles including Make Your Magic and C is for Celebration.
- 2024 on: Round Room Live, with Say Hello in spring 2024 and Elmo's Got the Moves in spring 2026.
The tour rotates storylines so it can return to the same cities year after year as each new group of toddlers comes along.
Where it plays and how the tour works
Sesame Street Live tours North American theaters and performing arts centers, and the official schedule typically lists a single date per city. Past and current stops on the official site include the Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, the Lyric in Baltimore, the Durham Performing Arts Center in North Carolina and Saenger theaters in Pensacola and Hattiesburg.
Because a city usually gets the show for only a day or a weekend, it can come and go quickly. The official schedule lists confirmed dates only; confirm upcoming stops on the Sesame Street Live site.
Runtime, ages and what toddlers will experience
The show runs about 1 hour and 20 minutes, including one 20-minute intermission, so each half is a manageable stretch for a preschooler. The producer aims it at ages 1 to 7. Some venues require every person, infants included, to have a ticket, so ask the box office before you buy for a baby.
- Effects: moving lights, confetti cannons, theatrical smoke and loud sounds, according to the show's FAQ.
- Participation: children are invited to sing, dance and call out, and many stand for most of the show.
- Sensory fit: the producer leaves this to parents; children sensitive to noise often do better with ear protection and an aisle seat.
- Arrival: doors open one hour before the show, which leaves time for restrooms, snacks and merchandise before the lights go down.
Best seats for small children
In a typical theater, the choice is between the orchestra (the ground-level seating) and the mezzanine or balcony above it.
Orchestra, a few rows back
The best choice for most families. Toddlers see the characters at close to eye level, and seats a few rows back from the stage give a full view of the dancing without craning. Closer seats also put you nearer the confetti and lights, which some toddlers love and others find overwhelming.
Aisle seats
Worth asking for at any level. With children under 3, a quick exit for a meltdown, a diaper change or a bathroom trip matters more than a perfect view.
Front of the mezzanine
A good option when the orchestra is sold out or for older children. The raised angle lets small children see over the heads in front of them, which can be a real problem in the orchestra when adults stand to dance.
Where to be careful
- Upper balcony: the characters look small, and the stairs are a challenge with toddlers and diaper bags.
- Middle of a long row: hard to leave without disturbing a dozen other families.
The Photo Experience and buying tips
The tour sells a separate Photo Experience upgrade: a meet-and-greet and photo on stage with Sesame Street characters after the show. Each adult and child needs a Photo Experience ticket, and specific characters are not guaranteed. It is sold separately from the show ticket, so buy it with the seats if your child has a favorite.
- Best-selling times: weekend morning and early-afternoon shows, which fit nap schedules, sell before late-afternoon or weekday performances.
- Holiday and school-break dates: stops near holidays and school vacations draw more demand.
- Group seating: families buying for grandparents, siblings and cousins should buy early to keep everyone together.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is Sesame Street Live?
About 1 hour and 20 minutes, including one 20-minute intermission.
What age is Sesame Street Live for?
The show is aimed at children ages 1 to 7, though adults bringing them tend to enjoy it too.
Do babies need a ticket for Sesame Street Live?
It depends on the venue. Some require every person, including infants, to have a ticket, so check with the local box office before buying.
What is the current Sesame Street Live show?
As of October 2026, the touring show is Elmo's Got the Moves, which premiered in spring 2026 with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and friends.
Can you meet the characters at Sesame Street Live?
Yes, through the separately sold Photo Experience, a post-show meet-and-greet and photo on stage. Every adult and child needs a Photo Experience ticket, and specific characters are not guaranteed.