About this event:

Step into a world of holiday magic as The Studio School of Dance and The NOLA Dance Project & Angelic Light Candle Company presents Clara’s Holiday Party & Nutcracker Market

This beloved annual event brings families together for an afternoon filled with dance, shopping, and holiday cheer—all in support of our dancers and the performing arts. Guests will experience the wonder of The Nutcracker Suite brought to life on stage, then continue the celebration with festive activities and local shopping.

🎁 Each Ticket Includes:
A 45-minute live performance of The Nutcracker Suite- presented by the dancers of NOLA Dance Project
Access to the Holiday Activity Center, featuring:

• 🎅 Letters to Santa Stations
• 🖍️ Coloring & snowflake-making
• ✂️ Creative craft stations
• 👗 “Design Your Ballet Costume” art project
• 🍬 Build your own Kingdom of the Sweets
• 🎀 Story time with the Sugar Plum Fairy
• 🤸 Ginger Training obstacle course
• 👑 Decorate Your Own Nutcracker Crown
• 📸 Festive Photo Corner with props & backdrops — perfect for capturing memories!

Meet Santa Claus — professional photo sessions available as an add-on ($35+tax)
A complimentary Nutcracker plush for the first 100 child tickets
Cookies & Lemonade for all guests
Access to our Nutcracker Market, featuring local artisans, holiday vendors & gift shopping galore

✨🎄We’ve reimagined this year’s event to bring even more wonder, fun, and excitement to your holiday season! ✨🎄

Our celebration will take place on:

Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 10:00am-4;00pm

Copeland Tower
2601 Severn Ave Metairie, Louisiana 70002

Choose Your Session Time:
Session 1: 10:00–11:30 AM (10:15am Performance Time)
Session 2: 11:30 AM–1:00 PM (11:45am Performance Time)
Session 3: 1:00–2:30 PM (1:15pm Performance Time)
Session 4: 2:30–4:00 PM (2:45pm Performance Time)

General Admission Tickets:
Adults – $35 | Children – $40
(Ages 2–12. The first 100 child tickets include a FREE Nutcracker plush! 🧸)

🎄 Want a sneak peek? Click to discover our featured Nutcracker Market Partners!

Angelic Light Candle Co.
Brian Photography
Doggie Essentials Pawtique
Tots Parlor
Serenity Day Spa and Gifts
Magnolia Girls
Con Amor Macarons
Gifts from the Heart
NOLA Holiday Crowns
Sassy A Cosmetics
EverLinkedbyCindy
Ladybug’s Lagniappe
Sweet Rush, LLC
Eclectic Duo
Giftology New Orleans
Anastasia Jewelry USA
NOLA Forever
Lisa Gaspard and Lynette Giroir
Crafty Creations
The 504 Trolley
Grace Olivia Boutique
Alana Mads LLC