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A theater · Upper West Side · on three of my lists

The Nutcracker at Lincoln Center.

Worth it, says Antonina. Personally speaking, it’s one of my favorite holiday experiences in New York City with kids in tow.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my list Christmas in New York with kids
What this page is

Everything I’ve written about The Nutcracker at Lincoln Center on New York Dearest, in one place. It’s on three of my lists, from Best things to do for Christmas in New York to Christmas in New York with kids. Below you’ll find every list it’s on with what I wrote there. At the end, where it is and what’s near.

  1. Best things to do for Christmas in New YorkWorth it
  2. Thanksgiving in New YorkWorth it
  3. Christmas in New York with kidsWorth it

Where it appears on New York Dearest

Three of my lists
Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.
Worth it
What I wrote thereFold it away

Experiencing George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker is a timeless NYC holiday tradition many locals consider sacred. The enchanting production brings Tchaikovsky’s classic score to life with stunning choreography, lavish sets and elaborate costumes.

I must admit, prior to attending, I wasn’t sure I would enjoy the performance enough to justify the steep price tag (tickets clock in at $200 per person!). However, when my mom visited during my first Christmas in New York City, I knew we had to go.

Read it on the list
  • This yearNov 27 to Jan 3 · George Balanchine's The Nutcracker (NYC Ballet)announced
  • Checked September 18, 2026.

Thanksgiving in New York

No. 19 on that list
Worth it

While many grew up watching The Nutcracker on TV, the live performance by the New York City Ballet offers an unparalleled holiday experience in New York City.

What I wrote thereFold it away

While many grew up watching The Nutcracker on TV, the live performance by the New York City Ballet offers an unparalleled holiday experience in New York City. Commencing the day after Thanksgiving, the beloved show is known to sell out.

Initially skeptical, my first visit to The Nutcracker left me awestruck. The enchanting production brings Tchaikovsky’s classic score to life with stunning choreography, lavish sets and elaborate costumes.

Despite ticket prices ranging from $100-200, the magical two-hour performance is worth the expense, it might just be the highlight of your Thanksgiving trip to NYC.

Read it on the list

Where it is, and what’s near

Worth it, within a ten-minute walk
Open it on my map
Nearby, from my lists
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