beyond the nutcracker

December 18, 2026 - December 20, 2026

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Carl Sandburg Performing Arts Center
13300 LaGrange Road, Orland Park, IL
312-725-4752

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Chicago’s uplifting holiday tradition returns for its 12th year. Experience Beyond the Nutcracker in Orland Park, December 17–19, with stunning choreography, heartwarming storytelling, and wonder.

TIME: Multiple 120 minute shows over the weekend.

Admission: $45-65

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Wheelchair Accessible

d Displays/Arts/Crafts

ag Agricultural/Food/Harvest

c Cultural Event

w Workshop/Seminar

$ Admission Fee

h Holiday Celebration

m Music (Live)

o Outdoor Activity

s Sports Event/Recreational

f Fair, Carnival

e Expo/Consumer Show

p Parade

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