Experience the magic of Central Ohio’s holiday season with our community partners, BalletMet!
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is excited to team up with BalletMet to bring your family another beloved holiday tradition: The Nutcracker at the historic Ohio Theatre. This festive favorite, cherished by audiences of all ages, invites you to follow young Clara on a captivating journey through the Land of Sweets, where she encounters the enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy. With Tchaikovsky's timeless score, breathtaking choreography, beautiful costumes, and classic set design, The Nutcracker promises an unforgettable holiday adventure that will spark the spirit of the season in everyone.
Arrive early to meet some of the Columbus Zoo’s animal and character ambassadors before the performance, and enjoy special savings on tickets just for our Zoo Members and Patrons! Don’t miss out on this magical holiday experience.
Can’t make it to a Zoo night? This code is also good for the following performances:
- December 12 – 7:30 p.m.
- December 13 – 7:30 p.m.
- December 14 – 12:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
- December 15 – 12:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
- ZOO NIGHT: December 17 - 7:30 p.m.
- December 18 – 7:30 p.m.
- December 19 – 7:30 p.m.
- December 20 – 7:30 p.m.
- December 21 – 12:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
- ZOO DAY: December 22 - 12:00 p.m.
- December 22 – 5:30 p.m.
- December 24 – 12:00 p.m.
- December 26 – 7:30 .pm.
- December 27 – 12:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
- December 28 – 12:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Zoo Members/Patrons use the special discount code ZOO24 and save up to $25 off tickets for the Zoo designated performance.
Purchase Your Tickets
Please note that this offer is not valid for My First Nutcracker performances; double discounts; valid only on the above select performances; up to six tickets per order; additional fees may apply.
