Tea with the Sugar Plum Fairy
Guests are welcomed into the Snow Queen’s Kingdom to enjoy tea, lemonade, and treats while holiday ballet characters visit each table. Mother Ginger narrates the story of the Nutcracker with help from the performers. Visitors can then explore the Land of Snow to take photos and collect autographs from the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Snow Queen, Clara, and the Nutcracker Prince.
What to Expect
Meet ballet characters and enjoy treats in the Snow Queen's Kingdom.
Event Details
Ages
All ages (children 0-2 free if on lap)
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Allen Civic Ballet
Food & Drink
Tea, lemonade, and treats are served.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Magical and festive
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $28 per person; children ages 0–2 may attend free if they remain on an adult’s lap and do not need their own plate. A ticket is required for a child who needs their own seat and plate. – Get tickets
- Hours: 12 pm, 2 pm & 4 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Watch for tickets in October, since every seat is reserved for a specific tea time and sales are non-refundable.
- Bring a camera and something for autographs to the Land of Snow, where you can meet the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Snow Queen, Clara and the Nutcracker Prince.
- Buy every seat at your table or go with friends, because that's the only way to avoid sharing a table with another party.
- If plans change, email the ballet by the evening before to transfer your reservation to another party, since refunds and exchanges aren't allowed.
- Babies up to age 2 come free on a lap, but buy them a ticket if they need their own seat and plate.
Special Events & Promotions
- New venue this year: Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve in Plano.
- Three reserved tea seatings on the day.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at the tea?
Guests are served tea, lemonade and treats while Nutcracker characters visit each table. Mother Ginger tells the story with their help. Afterward, guests can wander the Land of Snow for photos and autographs with the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Snow Queen, Clara and the Nutcracker Prince.
Can children attend on their own?
No. All children must be with an adult. Children up to age 2 are free if they stay on your lap and don't need their own plate.
Will we share a table with strangers?
You might. To guarantee a private table, buy every seat at it or come with friends.
What if we can't make it?
Reservations can't be refunded or exchanged, but they can be transferred. Email allencivicballetevents@gmail.com by the evening before with the name of the party taking your seats.
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