The Nutcracker is one of Mexico City’s Christmas traditions. In December 2026 the Compañía Nacional de Danza returns to Auditorio Nacional with Tchaikovsky’s ballet, the Orquesta del Teatro de Bellas Artes playing live and more than 240 performers on stage. If you’re planning it as a family outing, here are the showtimes and how to get there from Roma Norte, home of Hotel Emma Boutique.
Showtimes and key details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Compañía Nacional de Danza, with the Orquesta del Teatro de Bellas Artes |
| Venue | Auditorio Nacional, Paseo de la Reforma 50 |
| Friday, December 18 | 7:30 pm |
| Saturday, December 19 | 12:00 pm and 6:00 pm |
| Sunday, December 20 | 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm |
| Tuesday, December 22 | 8:00 pm |
| Wednesday, December 23 | 8:00 pm |
| Tickets | Ticketmaster and the Auditorio Nacional box office |
Showtimes from the Auditorio Nacional listings in October 2026; there is no show on Monday the 21st. Confirm times and availability on the venue’s website or Ticketmaster before buying.
What to expect
This is the version the Compañía Nacional de Danza stages every December at the Auditorio, a large production designed for that stage: the Christmas party, the battle with the Mouse King and the journey to the land of sweets, with the score played live. It usually works well for kids who can already sit through a long show.
Getting there from Roma Norte
The Auditorio is about 3 km from the hotel. You have three options:
- Metro: walk 200 m to Sevilla station on Line 1 and ride toward Observatorio to Tacubaya. Change there to Line 7 toward El Rosario and get off two stops later at Auditorio, which reopened in May 2026 after renovation work.
- Metrobús: Line 7 runs along Paseo de la Reforma and has an Auditorio stop in front of the venue. You can board at the Reforma stops near Roma Norte, such as La Diana or Chapultepec.
- Taxi or ride-hailing app: it’s about 3 km, but Reforma gets heavy traffic on December evenings. Leave early.
Tips for going with kids
- The midday shows on Saturday the 19th and Sunday the 20th are the easiest for younger children.
- Arrive at least 45 minutes early: during the holiday season the lobby and entrance fill up.
- Check the venue’s admission policy for children on the Auditorio website before buying tickets.
- Bring a jacket: December nights are cold and you exit outdoors onto Reforma.
Getting back at night
If you go to an 8:00 pm show, the Metro is still running when it ends, but service stops around midnight. With tired kids, a taxi or app ride from Reforma is the easiest option: you’ll be back in Roma Norte in a few minutes.
Make a day of it
The Auditorio sits next to Chapultepec Park: before an afternoon show you can stroll by the lake or visit the National Museum of Anthropology, a few minutes’ walk along Reforma. For the rest of your stay, see what happens on December 12 or explore the Zócalo.
Frequently asked questions
When is The Nutcracker at Auditorio Nacional in 2026?
From Friday, December 18 to Wednesday, December 23, 2026, with shows on the 18th, 19th, 20th, 22nd and 23rd. There is no show on Monday the 21st.
Who performs The Nutcracker at Auditorio Nacional?
The Compañía Nacional de Danza, Mexico’s national ballet company, with the Orquesta del Teatro de Bellas Artes playing live.
Where can I buy Nutcracker tickets in Mexico City?
On Ticketmaster or at the Auditorio Nacional box office. Check prices and availability on the venue’s official website.
What is the closest Metro station to Auditorio Nacional?
Auditorio, on Line 7. From Roma Norte, take Line 1 at Sevilla to Tacubaya and change to Line 7.
Where to stay to see The Nutcracker?
In Roma Norte, Hotel Emma Boutique is about 3 km from the Auditorio and 200 m from Sevilla Metro, with family rooms for up to 5 people, some with a kitchenette.