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The 45th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market Sales Begin at H-E-B Business Centers
The countdown is on! The 45th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is almost here. Starting today, Wednesday, October 1, General Admission tickets are available at select H-E-B Business Centers and online at Ticketmaster.com.
As Houston Ballet’s largest annual fundraiser, Nutcracker Market provides a meaningful way for shoppers to contribute. Every ticket purchased, plus 11 percent of all merchandise sales, directly supports Houston Ballet, its Academy, and scholarship programs. Thanks to our shoppers, Nutcracker Market has raised more than $97.6 million for arts education.
Shoppers can browse more than 280 merchants, including 40 new booths during this year’s four-day celebration. Visit www.nutcrackermarket.com for a full merchant list and additional ticketing details.
November 13-16, 2025
Sunday, November 16 – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 13 – 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, November 14 – 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 15 – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: NRG Center
1 NRG Parkway, Houston, TX
General Admission tickets are good for one-day admission only.
- General Admission tickets can be purchased at select H-E-B Business Centers and Ticketmaster.com ($20).
Early Bird tickets allow for 8:30 a.m. admission on Thursday, November 13 and Friday, November 14, as well as repeat admission all four days of the Market.
- Early Bird tickets can be purchased Ticketmaster.com ($60).
Special event tickets Wells Fargo Preview Party, Sugar Plum’s Fashion Show and Luncheon, and group General Admission tickets can be purchased by calling 713-535-3231. The Snow Queen’s Fashion Show and Luncheon is now sold out.
Children two and under are free. All others must have a ticket.
There is a check-in area near the entry for strollers, carts, rolling bags, and wagons as they are not permitted inside. Pets are also not permitted.
Source: Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market
