HOUSTON BALLET NUTCRACKER MARKET

We’re on location to explore everything this annual holiday extravaganza has to offer.

Get your holiday shopping done at a Nutcracker market in Houston, a Hogwarts village in Galveston, or any of the festivals happening this season.

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!

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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.

Long a Bayou City tradition, the annual parade of trades merchants returns at the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market and thanks to a virtual leg-up from the folks at Map Dynamics, they’re making their 2020 season something truly unique. “Technical challenges were that most people have never gone to a virtual event before,” Gappelberg acknowledges. “There’s a learning curve for people attending, and people thinking about doing a virtual event. “The Virtual Nutcracker Market is a big one for sure, with 150 exhibitors. LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of Houston and help keep the future of Houston Press free.

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.

HOUSTON - The 39th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market returns to NRG Center November 14-17. Seeing the excitement on shoppers faces as they find that perfect gift and witnessing how it brings people together in the holiday spirit is one of the most wonderful aspects about the Nutcracker Market, said Patsy Chapman, CEO of the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market. Courtesy of Nutcracker MarketNow in its 39th year the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is an annual fundraiser that allows shoppers to give back to the Houston Ballet Foundation, its Academy and scholarship programs. Of the more than 260 merchants, 23 will make their debut at this years Nutcracker Market. On October 21, General Admission tickets go on sale at participating Houston-area Nutcracker Market merchant stores.

But why not indulge in this month's holiday gift markets, with all sorts of hand-crafted and unique items for everybody on your list? Beneficiary: Eleven percent of all merchandise sales, plus the proceeds from admission and special event tickets, support the various programs of the Houston Ballet Foundation, the Houston Ballet Academy, and its scholarship programs. Strollers are welcome Friday and Saturday after 2 p.m. and all day Sunday at the Junior League Holiday Market. Photo by John Morgan/Flickr via CCJunior League Holiday Market, November 21-24It's become a holiday tradition to collect each year's custom ornament designed by the Christopher Radko team. Photo by William Warby/Flickr via CCHome for the Holidays Christmas Gift Market, November 22-24They had us at free parking, but this gift market also features more than 200 vendors from all across the United states, from crafters and small businesses to local artists and artisans.

The City of Houston will host its 22nd Annual Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration starting at 10 a.m. at City Hall. Bayou Tributaries MeetingGetty Images HOUSTON, TX - AUGUST 25: Traffic is pictured over Brays Bayou in the Meyerland neighborhood on August 25, 2018 in Houston, Texas. Spring ISDSpring ISD and Planet Ford will celebrate the grand opening of the new Planet Ford Stadium at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Getty Images HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 27: Houston Texans cheerleaders perform during a game against the Oakland Raiders at NRG Stadium on October 27, 2019 in Houston, Texas. Festivals and family funThe 39th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market returns to NRG Center Thursday, Nov.14-Sunday, Nov. 17.

HOUSTON - The 39th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is the one-stop shop for all your holiday needs, including finding the perfect outfit for every occasion. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

The 39th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is the one-stop shop for all your holiday needs, including finding the perfect outfit for every occasion. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

HOUSTON - The 39th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is the one-stop shop for all your holiday needs and it will be here in no time. The market consists of more than 260 merchants and 23 are brand new this year. Sara Parr with the Nutcracker Market along with Elyse Schultz with Laugh Out Loud Expressions share a preview. Check out the full segment above for a preview of what two local Houston merchants offer. Sponsored by The Houston Ballet Nutcracker MarketCopyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

HOUSTON - The 39th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is the one-stop shop for all your holiday needs and it will be here in no time. Sara Parr with the Nutcracker Market along with Elyse Schultz with Laugh Out Loud Expressions share a preview. Follow them on social media, hereMarye-Kelley3D replicas of college and pro football, baseball, hockey, basketball, and NASCAR stadiums, arenas, and tracks. Follow them on social media, hereBeautiful handbags, bringing old Hollywood glamour and sophistication to a whole new generation of fashionable women. For more information click, hereSponsored by the Houston Ballet Nutcracker MarketCopyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.