Waltz of the Flowers
A Nutcracker Celebration in the Cold Creek Greenhouse

Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 10 am to 2 pm
Free and open to the public

This holiday season, the magic of the Nutcracker comes to Cold Creek. We are welcoming dancers from the Aiken Civic Ballet for live performances in our greenhouse, surrounded by flowers, greenery, and the first glow of Christmas.

Bring the whole family for a morning of music, dance, and holiday cheer. Between performances, explore our craft stations, snap a holiday photo in our photo booth, and warm up with hot cocoa and apple cider. It's also the perfect time to browse our Christmas décor, find a few early gifts in the Market, and gather ideas for decorating your own home this season.

Performance Times
11:00 am | 12:00 pm | 1:00 pm

Win Tickets to the Nutcracker Tea
The Aiken Civic Ballet's Nutcracker Tea is one of the most beloved traditions of the season, and it sells out in minutes. Register at the event for your chance to win a pair of tickets. We're giving away two tickets to the 1:00 pm seating and two tickets to the 3:30 pm seating. Entry is free, and winners will be announced at 2:00 pm. You do not need to be present to win.

What to Expect

• Live ballet performances by the Aiken Civic Ballet
• Holiday craft stations for kids
• Festive photo booth
• Complimentary hot cocoa and apple cider
• Christmas décor and seasonal gifts throughout the garden center