Here’s a tip that could save you money all year long: summer is the best time to buy tickets to Northwest Children’s Theater (NWCT).
Through August 31, NWCT is offering 20% off tickets to every show in its 2026/27 Mainstage season with the promo code SUMMERSALE. Even better, if soccer schedules shift, birthday parties pop up, or life simply gets in the way, tickets purchased during the sale can be exchanged for a different performance of the same show for free!
For parents, that’s a rare combination: lower prices and built-in flexibility.
The upcoming season is one of NWCT’s most exciting yet, featuring two world premieres alongside returning favorites that are sure to delight audiences of all ages.
The season begins in October with The Golem’s Gift, an original musical inspired by Jewish folklore that explores how small acts of kindness can help change the world.
During the holidays, NWCT brings back its beloved tap-dancing musical Cinderella, a joyful production packed with catchy songs, dazzling choreography, and plenty of fairy tale magic.
February welcomes everyone’s favorite determined bird in Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!, based on Mo Willems’ bestselling books.
Closing the season is the world premiere of Ways to Make Sunshine, based on Renée Watson’s acclaimed children’s novel and set in Portland. Co-produced with World Stage Theatre, the play follows Ryan Hart as she navigates family changes with optimism, humor, and heart, offering a thoughtful reminder that joy can often be found in life’s smallest moments.
NWCT continues to make theater accessible for a wide range of families through sensory-friendly and ASL-interpreted performances, as well as its participation in the Arts for All program, which offers $5 tickets for eligible Oregon Trail and SNAP cardholders.
Whether you’re introducing your family to live theater for the first time or making theater outings an annual tradition, buying tickets during NWCT’s summer sale is a smart way to plan ahead while saving money.
Just don’t wait too long. The 20% discount ends August 31, making now the ideal time to reserve seats for the shows your family won’t want to miss.
