Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market SPRING® Returns to NRG Center April 17-19, 2026

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 Nutcracker Market SPRING returns to NRG Center after a four-year hiatus

Hosted by Houston Ballet, this vibrant shopping extravaganza will feature nearly 150 unique merchants offering spring and summer essentials, seasonal décor, warm-weather apparel, accessories, gourmet treats, and one-of-a-kind gifts.

Shoppers can expect a mix of returning favorites and exciting new vendors debuting at the Spring Market.

   DATES & TIMES:

  • Friday, April 17, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 18, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, April 19, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS:

Tickets are good for one-day admission only. $20 General Admission tickets at NRG ticket windows during Market days – (cash or check only) ATMs available onsite. Tickets will also be available at select H-E-B Business Centers.

EARLY BIRD TICKETS:

Early Bird tickets allow for 8:30 a.m. admission on Friday, April 17, as well as repeat admission all three days of the Market. $40 Early Bird Tickets at NRG ticket windows during Market days (cash or check only) or at Ticketmaster.com. Early Bird tickets can also be purchased in advance by calling 713.535.3231. The deadline to purchase over the phone tickets for placement at will call is Thursday, April 9.

MORE INFORMATION:

Please visit http://www.nutcrackermarket.com. Please note, children two and under are free. All others must have a ticket. Strollers, carts, rolling bags, wagons, or pets are NOT allowed.

Photo courtesy of the Houston Ballet

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