$42 & up—'The Nutcracker' in Chicago, save 25%

This Christmas, the Joffrey Ballet reprises its annual production of the beloved ballet "The Nutcracker." This timeless holiday tradition takes inspiration from Chicago's 1893 World's Fair, transporting audiences on a magical journey to one of the city's great historical attractions of the late 19th century.

Travelzoo members can save 25% on tickets at the Lyric Opera House using promo code TZOO. Tickets range from $42-$139 (reg. $52-$185) for balcony, mezzanine and main floor seats for the following performances (pricing is dynamic and may change since time of publication; non-offer seats for $36 are also available):

• Thursday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m. 
• Friday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. 
• Thursday, Dec. 14, at 7 p.m.
• Friday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. 
• Wednesday, Dec. 20, at 7 p.m. 
• Thursday, Dec. 21, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
• Tuesday, Dec. 26, at 2 p.m. 

Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, the Joffrey production of “The Nutcracker” immerses audiences in a world of enchantment, featuring choreography by two-time Tony Award-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon. The reimagined twist on the original story breathes fresh life into the classic tale, captivating audiences of all ages. 

Note: Additional fees starting at $9 per ticket will be added at checkout, but that is standard for all purchases.