Get Your Tickets for San Francisco Ballet's Nutcracker
Photo: San Francisco Ballet © Erik Tomasson
December will be here soon, and for many families, the holidays won't be complete without attending a performance of San Francisco Ballet's Nutcracker. Experience over 150 costumed characters, dazzling scenery, Tchaikovsky's beautiful score performed live by the San Francisco Ballet Orchestra, and the opulence of the War Memorial Opera House decorated for Christmas. Tickets to this time-honored holiday tradition are on sale now!
Many different performances of Nutcracker take place in the Bay Area during the holiday season, but San Francisco Ballet's is the one that sets the standard. Did you know that San Francisco Ballet was the first ballet company to bring Nutcracker to America, way back in 1944?
2024 performances of Nutcracker begin on December 6 and run through December 29. Performances are offered at 2 pm and 7 pm most days, but there are other shows at 11 am, 4 pm, and 6 pm depending on the day; check their schedule for exact times. A sensory-friendly performance is offered on December 29 at 11 am. Ticket prices range from $30 to $575, depending on section and performance date. Order your tickets soon: ticket prices may go up depending on demand.
We've made it a family tradition to try to attend Nutcracker every holiday season, and it's always a truly magical experience for everyone. It's really a holiday tradition not to be missed! Order your tickets now and make sure you get your preferred time, date, and seats.
This is a full-length ballet performance, so the SF Ballet recommends Nutcracker for children ages 5 and up; no children under 3, including infants in arms, are allowed. For more information and to order online, visit www.sfballet.org or call (415) 865-2000.
