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The Nutcracker Ballet and More Holiday Shows for Atlanta Families

One of the most popular takes on The Nutcracker comes from Atlanta Ballet, performed at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Photo by Kim Kenney
One of the most popular takes on The Nutcracker comes from Atlanta Ballet, performed at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Photo by Kim Kenney
11/10/24 - By Elsa Simcik

The Nutcracker ballet and other holiday shows in Atlanta bring families together for memory making and festive fun. Atlanta offers plenty of holiday shows and options for The Nutcracker, including those with cool twists on the story, like Hip Hop Nutcracker at The Fox and Once Upon a Holiday in Roswell. 

Some holiday shows are so kid-friendly (especially the ones with puppets) that even the wiggliest of children are mesmerized! Take a look at our comprehensive list of The Nutcracker performances and holiday shows to choose which will add theatrical magic to your family this holiday season!

We've got even more fun for the holiday season, including the Best Outdoor Skating Rinks Near Atlanta or a ride aboard Polar Express Trains and Christmas Train Rides. For more holiday family-fun, regularly check our Christmas Activities and Holiday Guide for Atlanta Kids. 

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The Fleetwood Dance Theater presents a beloved take on The Nutcracker. Photo courtesy of the theater
The Fleetwood Dance Theater presents a beloved take on The Nutcracker. Photo courtesy of the theater

Enchanting Nutcracker Performances Near Atlanta

Fleetwood Dance Theater presents The Nutcracker

Sugar Hill
November 21-23, 2024
Families enjoy the iconic ballet each year with Johns Creek's Fleetwood Dance Theater, performed at The Eagle Theater in Sugar Hill.  READ MORE

The Nutcracker: Land of the Sweets

Roswell
November 23 & 24, 2024
Young children enjoy this rendition of The Nutcracker because it is just one hour. Dance and Music Academy out of Woodstock perform The Nutcracker: Land of the Sweets at the Blessed Trinity Performing Arts Theater the weekend before Thanksgiving. READ MORE

Georgia Metropolitan Dance Theatre presents The Nutcracker

Marietta
November 29 - December 1, 2024
Right after Thanksgiving families can get into the holiday spirit with Georgia Metro Dance Theatre's rendition of The Nutcracker in Marietta. GMDT promises colorful sets, costumes and special effects that wow the audience.  READ MORE

The Nutcracker Presented by Northeast Atlanta Ballet

Duluth
November 29 - December 1, 2024
The Northeast Atlanta Ballet performs the classic version of The Nutcracker with the traditional Tchaikovsky score at Gas South District.  READ MORE

Roswell Dance Theatre and Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance Present The Nutcracker

Sandy Springs
Select days, November 29 - December 8, 2024
Audience members are treated to a classic performance of The Nutcracker by both professional dancers and students from Roswell Dance Theatre and Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance at the Byers Theatre in Sandy Springs.  READ MORE

Atlanta Dance Theatre's The Nutcracker

Roswell
December 8-10, 2023
Over the holidays, families look forward to a full-length Nutcracker performance at Roswell Cultural Arts Center. READ MORE

Atlanta Ballet's The Nutcracker

Northwest Atlanta
December 13-15, 2024
Atlanta Ballet brings The Nutcracker to life at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Yuri Possokhov's production uses striking costumes, immersive video projections, and bold sets to provide a magical night of this holiday classic. READ MORE

Gwinnett Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker

Duluth
Select days, December 13-22, 2024
Gwinnett Ballet's rendition of The Nutcracker is an Atlanta tradition. With over 100 professional and student dancers, audiences will get the full Nutcracker experience when this company takes the stage at Gas South District.  READ MORE

Ballethnic Dance Company presents Urban Nutcracker

Downtown
December 14 & 15, 2024
Ballethnic Dance Company presents Urban Nutcracker, a truly Atlanta-inspired version of the classic story, at the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College.  READ MORE

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

Midtown
December 19 & 20, 2024
Parents and kids are treated to a special rendition of The Nutcracker at Fox Theatre, for two special performances. Featuring an international cast of dancers, the show also has puppets, acrobatics, and dazzling costumes.  READ MORE

Southern Ballet Theatre presents The Nutcracker

Lawrenceville
December 19-22, 2024
The Nutcracker comes to The Lawrenceville Arts Center as Southern Ballet presents the holiday favorite. The running time is 90 minutes with a 15-minute intermission.  READ MORE

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

Midtown
Thursday, December 26, 2024
This touring show comes to the Fox Theatre for one night only and features the same traditional Nutcracker story with a hip hop flair. Families will enjoy this vibrant take on the beloved tale through upbeat dance, a DJ, and a violinist.  READ MORE

More Holiday Shows for Atlanta Families

A Christmas Carol at Alliance Theatre

Midtown
Select dates, November 9-December 24, 2024
This year's production of the holiday classic A Christmas Carol returns to Alliance Theatre's Coca-Cola Stage.  READ MORE

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Puppet Show

Midtown
Select dates, November 13-December 29, 2024
Children delight in seeing this classic tale played out in puppet form at the Center for Puppetry Arts this holiday season.  READ MORE

A Very Grinchy Christmas

Duluth
November 23 & 24, 2024
Southern Ballet Theatre presents "A Very Grinchy Christmas" at Gas South District in Duluth.  READ MORE

Once Upon a Holiday

Roswell
November 23 & 24, 2024
Parents and children head to the Computer Museum of America for some holiday spirit by the Sideways Contemporary Dance Company. Once Upon a Holiday features several familiar charcters--Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, Alice-in-Wonderland--all rolled up into one magical, heart-warming production.  READ MORE

Cirque du Soleil's "'Twas the Night Before" at The Fox

Midtown
November 29-December 15, 2024
Cirque du Soleil reimagines a Christmas classic in ‘Twas The Night Before..., a family show perfect for the holiday season! READ MORE

Christmas Canteen 2024

Lawrenceville
Select dates November 29-December 22, 2024
Audiences love Christmas Canteen because its Gwinnett’s longest-running theatrical holiday tradition. The revue includes Christmas magic, songs and comic sketches and is perfect for all ages.  READ MORE

Pentatonix: Hallelujah! It's a Christmas Tour

Duluth
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Spend the holidays with Pentatonix, when the tour visits Gas South District in Duluth. READ MORE

Roswell Winter Puppet Series

Roswell
Select dates, December 4-21, 2024
Kids love the Roswell Winter Puppet Series because of the funny characters, colorful puppets, and entertaining stories.  READ MORE

A Christmas Carol at Aurora Theatre

Lawrenceville
Select dates, December 6-22, 2024
Aurora Theatre's production of A Christmas Carol is quickly becoming a classic. Audiences become immersed in the familiar story and characters, combined with state-of-the-art-technology.  READ MORE

Twas the Night Before Christmas Puppet Show

Lawrenceville
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Kids love hearing Twas the Night Before Christmas as told from the perspective of a mouse. Piccadilly Puppets perform the classic tale with some goofy twists to entertain the audience.  READ MORE

Motown Christmas

Lawrenceville
December 11-15, 2024
Back after sold out shows in 2022 and 2023, our newest holiday tradition returns to the stage! ‘Tis the season for a night of cheer featuring all your Motown Christmas favorites! This cabaret-style show features music, memories, and classics you love. READ MORE

Christmas with the ASO

Midtown
December 12, 14& 15, 2024
Ring in the holidays with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's Christmas concert. The chorus and musicians perform holiday carols, hymns, and more, as well as welcome additional ensembles and special guests. READ MORE

North Pole Fa La La La Follies Puppet Show

Lawrenceville
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Get ready for holiday hijinks as the North Pole puts on a talent show! North Pole Fa La La La Follies follows funny fruitcakes, dancing deer, yodeling yetis and more as they get ready for the big day. Bring the whole family and see what Santa’s crew gets up to when they’re not making toys!  READ MORE

A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage

Midtown
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Peanuts’ timeless holiday television special comes to life on stage with the national tour of A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage. The critically acclaimed holiday celebration that the whole family can enjoy brings the Peanuts gang together live on stage as they uncover the true meaning of Christmas and perform songs from the unforgettable musical score in a tribute to the legendary composer Vince Guaraldi. READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

Blessed Trinity Performing Arts Theater
Roswell Cultural Arts Center
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
Morehouse College - Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel
Computer Museum - Roswell
Roswell Cultural Arts Center