Nutcracker Magic

Children's Celebration Thu, Dec 11, 2025 at 4:00PM

Arsht Center 1300 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33132

Step into a world of sparkle, sweets, and holiday cheer!

Our Nutcracker Magic Children’s Celebration kicks off the season with a joyful holiday event filled with wonder and delight. Step into a gingerbread wonderland where music fills the air, sweets abound, and magic is around every corner. Families will enjoy a lively dance party with a DJ, charming meet-and-greets with Nutcracker characters, whimsical photo opportunities, surprise activities, and special gift bags to take the festive fun home.

Then, the magic continues with exclusive access to a private dress rehearsal of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®—an enchanting journey through the Land of Sweets brought to life by dazzling dancing and iconic music.

4:00 PM: Nutcracker Magic Children's Celebration begins!
6:00 PM: Private dress rehearsal of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®

Create cherished holiday memories with Miami City Ballet. This is one tradition your family will treasure for years to come.

For more information, please contact Heather Rush, Director of Special Events, at heather.rush@miamicityballet.org.

At the $50,000 giving level, one exclusive sponsor will be recognized as the official “Presenting Sponsor” of the event. Benefits include:

Up to 20 tickets to the event, including reserved premium seating in Front Orchestra or Tier 1 Box Seats for private dress rehearsal performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®
Dedicated area with tables and seating for your group during Holiday Party
Logo or name placement as Presenting Sponsor in all event material and collateral, including digital invitation and event webpage
Logo or name placement on all event signage
Full screen logo placement in scrolling event presentation
Verbal recognition as the Presenting Sponsor during program remarks at the event
Dedicated social media post and recognition as Presenting Sponsor in all event social media posts
Recognition as Presenting Sponsor in event press release (pre-event)
Gift bag filled with exclusive festive surprises for each child in the group
Complimentary valet parking

$41,000 of sponsorship is tax-deductible

At the $30,000 giving level, sponsor will be recognized as the official “Diamond Sponsor” of the event. Benefits include:

Up to 20 tickets to the event, including reserved premium seating in Front Orchestra or Tier 1 Box Seats for private dress rehearsal performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®
Dedicated area with tables and seating for your group during Holiday Party
Logo or name placement as Diamond Sponsor in all event material and collateral, including digital invitation and event webpage
Logo or name placement on all event signage
Full screen logo placement in scrolling event presentation
Verbal recognition as the Diamond Sponsor during program remarks at the event
Dedicated social media post and recognition as Diamond Sponsor in all event social media posts
Recognition as Diamond Sponsor in event press release (pre-event)
Gift bag filled with exclusive festive surprises for each child in the group
Complimentary valet parking

$24,000 of sponsorship is tax-deductible

At the $25,000 giving level, sponsor will be recognized as the official “Platinum Sponsor” of the event. Benefits include:

Up to fifteen (15) tickets to the event, including reserved premium seating in Front Orchestra or Tier 1 Box Seats for 6:00PM private dress rehearsal performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® and valet parking
Private lounge area with tables and seating during Holiday Party
Recognition as Platinum Sponsor in all event material and collateral
Logo or name placement as Platinum Sponsor in all event material and collateral, including Save-the-Date, digital invitation, and event webpage
Full screen logo or name placement in scrolling event presentation
Verbal recognition as the Platinum Sponsor during program aremarks at the event
Dedicated social media post and recognition as Platinum sponsor in all event social media posts
Recognition as Platinum Sponsor in event press release (pre-event)
Gift bag with filled with exclusive festive surprises for each child in the group

$20,500 of sponsorship is tax-deductible

Up to twelve (12) tickets to the event, including reserved premium seating in Front Orchestra or Tier 1 Box Seats for private dress rehearsal performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®
Designated seating area for your group during Holiday Party
Listing as Gold Sponsor on all Nutcracker Magic digital invitations, event webpage, event signage, and scrolling event presentation
Mentions in all event social media posts
Recognition as Gold Sponsor in press release (pre-event)
Gift bag filled with exclusive festive surprises for each child in the group
Complimentary valet parking

$11,400 of sponsorship is tax-deductible

Up to ten (10) tickets to the event, including reserved premium seating in Front Orchestra for private dress rehearsal performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®
Designated seating area for your group during Holiday Party
Listing as Silver Sponsor on digital invitations, event webpage, and scrolling event presentation
Gift bag filled with exclusive festive surprises for each child in the group
Complimentary valet parking

$7,000 of sponsorship is tax-deductible

Up to ten (10) tickets to the event, including reserved premium seating in Front Orchestra for private dress rehearsal performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®
Listing as Bronze Sponsor on digital invitations, event webpage, and scrolling event presentation
Gift bag filled with exclusive festive surprises for each child in the group
Complimentary valet parking

$4,500 of sponsorship is tax-deductible

Up to ten (10) tickets to the event, including reserved seating in Rear Orchestra or Best Available for private dress rehearsal performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®
Listing as Holiday Sponsor digital invitations, event webpage, and scrolling event presentation
Gift bag filled with exclusive festive surprises for each child in the group
Complimentary valet parking

$2,000 of sponsorship is tax-deductible

Admission for one (1) guest
Reserved premium seating in Front Orchestra or Tier 1 Box Seats for private dress rehearsal performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®
Gift bag filled with exclusive festive surprises for each child in the group
Complimentary valet parking

$200 of ticket price is tax-deductible

Admission for one (1) guest
Reserved seating in Rear Orchestra or Best Available for private dress rehearsal performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®
Gift bag filled with exclusive festive surprises for each child in the group
Complimentary valet parking

*Please note this ticket price is not tax-deductible

Proceeds from the 2025 Nutcracker Magic Children’s Celebration support MCB’s Community Engagement programs and will underwrite a full-length performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® in December 2025 for local service organizations, Title I Schools, and community members in under-resourced areas.