Houston Ballet's largest fundraiser and holiday shopping extravaganza, the 35th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market will be held November 12 – 15, 2015 at NRG Center. For those with a passion to shop, the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market will feature 300 merchants, offering unique items for everyone, including home décor, food, clothing, toys, toiletries, novelties, ornaments, pottery, pewter, accessories and more…just in time for your holiday shopping! Proceeds from each admission and special event ticket that you purchase, plus 10% of all the merchandise you buy, goes back to Houston Ballet Foundation, its Academy and Scholarship Programs. The 2015 Nutcracker Market, chaired by Philamena Baird, is themed “Putting on the Ritz” and will proudly honor our shoppers. DATES AND TIMES: Thursday, November 12, 2015, 10 AM - 8 PM Friday, November 13, 2015, 10 AM - 8 PM Saturday, November 14, 2015, 10 AM - 6 PM Sunday, November 15, 2015, 10 AM - 6 PM ADMISSION: Beginning October 19, discount tickets may be purchased at Houston-area Randalls for $18 or online at Ticketmaster. Tickets may also be purchased at the door for $20. Half-price admission is available daily 3 hours prior to closing. Children under 5 are free. Groups of 20 or more will receive a discount of $2.00 off the regular admission price if purchased in advance by calling [hidden]. NOTE: Tickets are good for one day admission (no repeat admission except for Preview Party, Luncheon, Brunch and Four Day Pass ticket holders). More Info below.