Ballet and Dance
The Nutcracker at David H Koch Theater, New York — 20 Dec 2026
Sunday, December 20, 2026 1:00pm EST David H Koch Theater, Josie Robertson Plaza, New York, 10023, United States
Artist: The Nutcracker
All The Nutcracker dates in New York
Doors 12:00pm. More than 7 other dates are on sale for this act.
Tickets for The Nutcracker at David H Koch Theater
Tickets from
$204.18
Including StubHub's fees · $157.56 before fees
1,164 tickets left on StubHub
Cheaper on Fri 18 Dec, Los Angeles: $57.60 before feesResale marketplace · we earn a commission
How many tickets?
Seats and prices by section
Prices updated 2 days ago
- Sections
- 9sections
- Tickets listed
- 1,267tickets listed
- Cheapest seat
- $154.47*cheapest seat
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Fourth Ring
Cheapest sectionFourt Ring
from $154.47*
197 tickets in 48 listings
face value $102
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Other Tickets (Not on the Seat Map)
Other tickets
from $168.48*
98 tickets in 19 listings
Down $14 vs last week
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First Ring
First Ring
from $201*
46 tickets in 31 listings
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Fifth Ring
Fifth Ring
from $237.60*
14 tickets in 2 listings
face value $102
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Second Ring
Second Ring
from $282.24*
317 tickets in 49 listings
face value $190
Down $6 vs last week
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Third Ring
Third Ring
from $284.16*
134 tickets in 28 listings
face value $202
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Orchestra Center
Orchestra
from $376.32*
286 tickets in 68 listings
Up $2 vs last week
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Orchestra Right
Orchestra
from $379.20*
99 tickets in 23 listings
Up $8 vs last week
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Orchestra Left
Orchestra
from $494.40*
76 tickets in 15 listings
face value $322
Down $28 vs last week
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* plus StubHub booking fees at checkout
Face value is the price printed on the ticket, as stated by sellers on StubHub. It is not what tickets sell for.
Key facts
- Starts
- 1:00pm EST
- Doors open
- 12:00pmtypical for this venue
- Face value
- $102 to $322as stated by sellers on StubHub · 5 of 9 sections
- Price among The Nutcracker dates
- 56th cheapest of 95priced dates we track
- Compared with New York
- Cheaper than 37%of 1,968 other priced events there
Price over the last 30 days
Lowest in 30 days $134.90 Highest $160.66 Now $157.56 (↑2% vs last week)
- 5 Oct
- 15 Oct
- 24 Oct
- 3 Nov
Tracking since 16 Sep · checked hourly, one point a day
Cheaper dates for The Nutcracker: from $57.60 (Los Angeles, Fri 18 Dec)
Price watch
The cheapest listing for this date is the price shown above, checked at 12:25 AM on Nov 4.
Over the 30 days we have been tracking it, that price has ranged from $134.90 to $160.66 and it is up 2% on last week.
The cheapest other date for this act is $57.60 (Los Angeles, Fri 18 Dec 2026).
The event is 46 days away, on Sun 20 Dec 2026.
| Last 7 days | $154.48 – $160.66low to high |
|---|---|
| The last 30 days | $134.90 – $160.66low to high over 30 days |
| Direction | Up 2% vs last week |
| Sections listed | 9 |
| Other dates on sale | 7+ |
| Cheapest other date | $57.60Los Angeles, Fri 18 Dec 2026 |
| Days until the event | 46Sun 20 Dec 2026 |
Tracking since 16 Sep · checked hourly, one point a day
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Compare a price you have been quoted with the prices we have recorded for this date.
- Lowest in the last 30 days
- $134.90
- Typical in the last 30 days
- $154.48median of 30 daily prices
On the night
20 Dec 2026 · all times EST (venue local time)
What time does The Nutcracker start at David H Koch Theater?
- Doors typical
- 12:00pm EST
- Start
- EST
- Expected finish typical
- 3:30pm EST
Start time from the ticket listing. Doors and finish are typical for this kind of venue and event — check your ticket or the venue's website on the day.
Getting to David H Koch Theater: travel, parking and hotels
How do I get to David H Koch Theater, New York?
Bus routes:M5, M7, M11, M20, M66, M104.
By train
The nearest subway stop is 66th Street-Lincoln Center, served by the 1 and 2 lines, which is directly adjacent to the theater. For those arriving via mainline rail, from Penn Station (Long Island Rail Road, NJ Transit, Amtrak), take an uptown 1, 2, or 3 subway to 66th Street-Lincoln Center (approximately a 12-minute train journey). From Grand Central Terminal (Metro-North Railroad), take the S shuttle to Times Square-42nd Street, then transfer to an uptown 1 or 2 subway to 66th Street-Lincoln Center (approximately a 20-minute journey).
By bus
Key bus routes serving the Lincoln Center area include the M5, M7, M11, M20, M66, and M104. Numerous stops are located along Columbus Avenue, Broadway, and West 66th Street, all within a 5-minute walk of the theater's main entrance.
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Where can I park at David H Koch Theater?
The primary parking facility is the Lincoln Center Parking Garage, accessible via entrances on West 65th Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues, or on West 66th Street at Amsterdam Avenue. Fees are substantial, and pre-booking online is highly recommended, especially for evening performances, to mitigate congestion and secure a space. Additional commercial garages can be found within a 10-minute radius on surrounding streets like West 65th, West 66th, and Amsterdam Avenue.
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The Nutcracker at David H Koch Theater: your questions answered
What time does The Nutcracker start at David H Koch Theater?
The Nutcracker at David H Koch Theater starts at 1:00pm EST on Sunday, December 20, 2026. Doors typically open around 12:00pm. Expect it to finish around 3:30pm — timings are typical for this kind of event and venue, not confirmed by the promoter.
Where is David H Koch Theater?
David H Koch Theater is at Josie Robertson Plaza, New York, 10023, United States. David H Koch Theater guide →
How do I get to David H Koch Theater, New York?
The nearest subway stop is 66th Street-Lincoln Center, served by the 1 and 2 lines, which is directly adjacent to the theater. Getting there →
Are tickets still available for The Nutcracker at David H Koch Theater?
Yes — 1,267 tickets were listed on StubHub at the last check, from $157.56. Listings change quickly, so check live availability.
What if the event is cancelled or I can't go?
Orders on StubHub are covered by its FanProtect Guarantee: you get valid tickets in time for the event, or your money back, and a full refund if the event is cancelled and not rescheduled. If you can no longer attend, tickets bought on StubHub can be re-listed for sale there.
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