The Langham, Chicago is preparing a lineup of holiday experiences for the 2026 season, combining festive dining, spa treatments, and a new Nutcracker-themed stay. The hotel’s centerpiece is the new Nutcracker Afternoon Tea, created in partnership with The Joffrey Ballet.
Guests will be able to enjoy proprietary teas, crisp bubbly, and artisanal holiday pastries in The Pavilion, with live music and appearances by dancers from the Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet on select December dates, according to a press release by the hotel.
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The tea is available from Friday, Nov. 27, through Jan. 3, 2027. The hotel lists prices at $158 per person, $178 for the Perrier-Jouët experience, and $70 for children ages 2 to 12. Reservations are available through OpenTable and the hotel’s holiday booking page.
The broader holiday calendar also includes a tree-lighting ceremony, visits with Santa, festive culinary events and holiday brunch offerings.
Seasonal spa treatments and a new Nutcracker-themed suite
Chuan Spa will offer limited-time holiday treatments that started on Sunday, Nov. 1. The Cinnamon Spice CBD Massage uses scents of cinnamon, clove, and other spices alongside massage techniques intended to ease muscle tension. The Merry and Bright Glow Facial focuses on hydration and a refreshed, luminous appearance.
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The hotel’s first Nutcracker Suite package offers a two-night stay in a one-bedroom suite decorated with immersive holiday themes. The package includes two Nutcracker Afternoon Tea tickets and a signature Nutcracker-inspired welcome amenity.
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The official holiday listing also says the experience includes two premium tickets to The Joffrey Ballet’s The Nutcracker. The suite accommodates up to four people, with additional tickets available for purchase. The package is available for stays from Friday, Nov. 27, through Thursday, Dec. 31.
Together, the offerings position The Langham, Chicago, as a destination for holiday dining, wellness, and theatrical celebrations in the city.
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