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Holidays Music & Theater

The Nutcracker at Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

December 12, 2025 - December 12, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ballet dancer in a jeweled tutu poses outdoors for a Nutcracker performance at Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile preview event

Photo credit: iStock / yenwen

Location

Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

20 E Chestnut St

Chicago, IL 60611

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Description

Families can enjoy a short Nutcracker performance in the hotel lobby featuring dancers from A&A Ballet. The festive setting offers an easy, kid friendly way to experience holiday magic. This preview highlights selections from the full production at the Athenaeum Center.

Event cost: Not listed

Event times: 4 p.m. Dec. 12

Additional Information

Contact Phone: (312) 324-4000

Website: https://www.instagram.com/p/DRHrmjEDmJo/?hl=en&img_index=1

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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