HOUSTON — Nothing says 'Springtime' like the Nutcracker, right?
The Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market SPRING is preparing for its third showing. The three-day market will run from April 8-10 at NRG Center.
Shoppers can welcome the spring and summer with items from about 160 merchants, varying from jewelry and clothes to décor for summer celebrations.
New merchants for this year's SPRING market include the following:
- Bonblissity (body creams and shower scrubs)
- Just As I Am (clothes & accessories)
- Ladybugs In My Garden (princess-themed apparel, accessories, etc.)
- Tambora Excange (handbags and clutches)
- Farmhouse Bath & Body Co. (candles and body creams)
Other merchants from the November Nutcracker Market are now making their SPRING debut, including My Massage Pillow, My Drink Bomb and Black Tie Caramel. You can also expect fan-favorite brands like Kendra Scott, Manready Mercantile and Two Tequila Sisters.
“Just like spring and summertime itself, Nutcracker Market SPRING embraces a fun, relaxed feel,” said Patsy Chapman, CEO of the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market. “Our merchants reinvent their booths with bright colors and trends, and we love watching our shoppers discover those one-of-a-kind, favorite finds to launch the new season.”
Shoppers can buy tickets on Ticketmaster.com for $18 plus fees. Tickets will also be available at the ticket windows during the Market weekend for $20. Only cash or checks will be accepted.
Kids 2 years old and younger go for free. Early Bird Admission will not be available.
For those with COVID concerns, the spring version of the Nutcracker Market is a smaller, less-crowded version of the November market. Still, no COVID-related restrictions are in place for the event.
As always, the annual Nutcracker Markets are fundraisers for the Houston Ballet. Proceeds from tickets and 11 percent of all merchandise sales will go towards the Ballet's Foundation, its Academy and its scholarship programs.
Also keep in mind that strollers, carts, rolling bags and wagon will not be allowed inside. Wheelchairs, walkers and other ADA approved mobility devices will be permitted and certified service animals are the only animals allowed.
Editor's Note: The following video was uploaded in Nov. 2021