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A group of ballet dancers in white tutus pose with raised arms as artificial snow falls on a blue, ice-like stage set.

Ballet dancers in pink dresses pose in a semicircle onstage around a central ballerina, with a bright pink, candy-themed backdrop.

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Grab pre-sale tickets to George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®

Reserve your seats before the general public for New York City Ballet's timeless holiday classic at Lincoln Center

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New York, New York

2 hours

Price Varies

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The Experience

Make fond holiday memories with family and friends at New York City Ballet's unforgettable production of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®, with pre-sale access from September 21 to September 26, 2026. You'll have the chance to score sought-after seats before the general public for performances running from November 27, 2026, through January 2, 2027, for one of New York's most cherished seasonal traditions. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders.

What's priceless

Treating your loved ones to the perfect seats for a treasured holiday classic.

The highlights

Get exclusive pre-sale access to tickets for New York City Ballet's production of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®
Choose preferred seats for performances from November 27 to January 2, before the general public
Celebrate the holidays at a classic New York City performance with your loved ones

Details

Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
This Priceless experience is reserved for Mastercard cardholders 18 years and older
Experience may be purchased by cardholders 18 years and older, and cardholders may purchase experience for guests under the age of 18. Experience is recommended for participants 5 years old and older
Presale is from September 21, 2026 at 12 p.m. ET, through September 26, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET
Presale applies to performances listed here, from November 27, 2026, to January 2, 2027
Number of tickets that may be purchased per order will be displayed on NYCB's website during the purchase process
In-demand performance dates and sections of the theater may sell out; experience is provided on a first-come, first-served basis until sold out
You must have a valid email address to receive a booking confirmation email and further experience details
Cardholder who purchases the experience agrees that if any of the tickets purchased will apply to a child participant, they will be accompanied by their parent/legal guardian to the venue and the parent/legal guardian will be entirely responsible for ensuring the child abides by the terms of use, terms & conditions, and any other requirements mandated by the venue
Cardholder and cardholder's guest will need to sign a waiver
The Cardholder will ensure any guest is bound, and will abide, by these Terms & Conditions and Terms of Use
Mastercard is not responsible for any costs associated with any cardholder's or cardholder's guest's (if applicable) transportation to or from the venue

By clicking "Coming Soon", you agree to all our Terms of Use and Terms & Conditions

Fine Print

This experience is non-refundable upon purchase, unless otherwise noted