The Nutcracker is back in 2026 with a burst of shows, screenings, and concerts across Hungary, inviting every generation to dive into a world where belief reshapes reality. At its heart are a rough wooden doll trapped by a cruel curse and a girl who sees the soul inside the painted body and fights to break the spell. It’s a reminder to feel, not just see.
Budapest’s big nights
January 6–8 and January 10–11: The Nutcracker (A diótörő) at 1061 Budapest, District VI – Terézváros, Andrássy út 22. Tickets: $90.50–$165.60. January 18: Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker (Csajkovszkij: A diótörő) at 1146 Budapest, District XIV – Zugló, Dózsa György út 1., $36.10–$66.70.
On tour across Hungary
January 8: Szombathely, Sugár u. 18., $29.20–$41.70. January 10: Kaposvár, Arany János u. 97., $27.30–$44.60. January 13: Eger, Hatvani kapu tér 4. January 14: Miskolc, Generali Arena (Generali Aréna), $29.20–$39.80. January 15: Veszprém, Külső-kádártai út 5., $31.30–$58.40. January 17: Győr, Radnóti Miklós út 46., $29.20–$48.60.
Weekend picks and more
Budapest weekend guides run all year with prices from $0–$1,045.40: Jan 5–11 and Jan 9–11; Jan 12–18 and Jan 16–18; Jan 19–25; Jan 26–Feb 1. Then monthly blocks continue February through December, plus a full-year span Jan 1–Dec 31. Expect constant updates through Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, and Dec.
Plan ahead
Performances and times may change at short notice. Organizers reserve the right to alter schedules and programs.
