Tickets for the 44th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market, the ballet's largest fundraiser, are now available. The event will take place from November 14-17 at NRG Center, featuring over 270 merchants and raising funds for the ballet's Academy and scholarship programs.

We're getting a first look at some of the new products you can find at this year's Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market. General admission and early bird tickets are now available at Ticketmaster.com.

Derrick, Tessa, Lauren and Mel are kicking off the holiday season at the 43rd Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market. From what to expect at the market to unique finds, gift ideas and so much more.

It’s a Houston tradition that unofficially kicks off the holiday season for many shoppers.

The 43rd Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market runs Thursday, November 9 through Sunday, November 12, 2023 at NRG Center.

This is what you need to know about Nutcracker Market 2023.

This Houston holiday tradition features more than 270 merchants during a three-day shopping extravaganza.

Calling all KPRC 2 Insiders! If you missed the chance last week to win early access to experience one of Houston’s most-loved traditions, we’ve got a second chance sweepstakes just for you!

Want to purchase quality items from the person who made them? Here are several craft fairs, art markets and festivals where you can shop for unique goods while supporting local artists and businesses.

The Houston Nutcracker Market is back this coming Thursday through Sunday.

This year, the market is returning in full force with in-person shopping at the NRG Center -- and just in time for the event’s 40th anniversary.

This year, the market is returning in full force with in-person shopping at the NRG Center -- and just in time for the event’s 40th anniversary.

The Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is back!

Official Contest Rules

Houston’s ever-popular Nutcracker Market recently made the exciting announcement that it will be holding the event in person this spring. While that general information is pertinent, there are a few other important things you’ll want to be sure you’re aware of, ahead of the market. SafetyThe CEO of the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market, Patsy Chapman, said the event has been carefully and thoughtfully prepared to allow in-person shopping in a safe way. There will not be any tickets available for purchase at the market. Visit the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market website by clicking here.

Consumer Expert Amy Davis previews the first ever spring Nutcracker marketHOUSTON – The Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market will make a return for the spring season this April. Keep an eye out in the next few weeks for on sale dates for Nutcracker Market SPRING* General Admission tickets! Though... Posted by Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market on Monday, February 1, 2021Due to capacity restrictions, all guests must purchase a ticket to enter the Market, regardless of age. Ticket purchases and 10% of merchandise proceeds will benefit the Houston Ballet Foundation, its academy, and scholarship programs. IF YOU GOHouston Ballet Nutcracker Market -- SpringWhere: NRG CenterWhen: April 16-18Tickets: $20 per person, regardless of ageTickets can be purchased at any H-E-B Business Center or on Ticketmaster.

Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market, your favorite Houston holiday tradition, is going virtual November 12th through December 11th and we’re giving away daily prizes from a few of our favorite merchants to get you in the holiday spirit! Scroll down to enter now. Set 1 (silver): Rue Long Strand Necklace in Silver & Rue Stud Earrings in Silver; Set 2 (gold): Cole Gold Link Bracelet & Jentry Gold Stud Earrings in Lustre GlassThe contest begins at 5:00 P.M. on November 1, 2020. Deadline to enter is November 6, 2020 at 7:00 A.M. Enter here:

HOUSTON – Official Contest Rules· General. By submitting an entry to this contest, brought to you by KPRC (“Station”) and Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market (the “Sponsor”), the entrant acknowledges and agrees to all of these official contest rules (“Official Rules”). Failure to comply with these Official Rules or any contest specific rules may result in disqualification from the contest. Deadline to enter is November 6, 2020 at 7:00 A.M. To enter, visit Click2Houston.com/contests, find the contest page titled “Spin2Win: Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market Daily Giveaway” and complete the prompted entry form. By accessing these Official Rules or entering the contest on Click2Houston.com, you are deemed to agree to Click2Houston.com’s Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

HOUSTON – The Houston Ballet Spring Nutcracker Market, scheduled to begin April 17 at NRG Center, has been canceled because of coronavirus concerns. This would have been the second Nutcracker Spring Market. Nearly 160 vendors were lined up to travel to Houston for the Houston Ballet fundraiser. Donate your payment to the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market. Transfer the amount you paid for your Spring Nutcracker Market early bird ticket ($30) towards purchasing an early bird ticket to the Nutcracker Market November 12th -15th.