15 Performances of The Nutcracker Ballet for Kids in Chicago

The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents The Nutcracker. Event photo courtesy of the Harris Theatre.
The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents The Nutcracker. Event photo courtesy of the Harris Theatre.
11/10/23 - By Maureen Wilkey

Taking kids to The Nutcracker Chicago this holiday season? We have a list of our 15 favorite performances of The Nutcracker in the Chicago area.

Do you have little ballerinas or danseurs with visions of sugar plums dancing in their heads? Then it might be time to pirouette to a production of The Nutcracker ballet near Chicago this holiday season. Presented by students and professionals all across Chicagoland, the holiday classic of The Nutcracker ballet tells the story of a little girl who dreams that her toy nutcracker comes to life.

Ballet companies and schools throughout the world each have their own twist on the story, but the show usually runs around two hours with one intermission. You can pick from some unique ways to experience The Nutcracker, including Hip Hop Nutcracker, Duke It Out Nutcracker, or The Nutcracker on Ice.

Looking for more to do this holiday season in Chicago? Check out our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Activities for Chicago Families.

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