The Nutcracker Market is a beloved annual tradition here in the Bayou City. This year's shopping extravaganza runs from Nov. 9-12 at NRG Center. GETTING THERE Parking is available at NRG Park for $12 per vehicle. Carpool to save money. New Uber riders who download the free app can enter promo code NUTCRACKERMKT17 for up to $20 off their first ride. The promo code is valid until Dec. 31, 2017. TICKETS Tickets are $20 at the market. It's cash only at the NRG ticket windows. ATMs are available in the lobby. Discount tickets for $18 are sold in advance at Houston-area Randalls stores, and online at Ticketmaster. Half-price admission is available daily three hours prior to closing. Children under 5 are free. WHEN TO GO Peak Nutcracker Market Traffic: 9 a.m.-noon Off-Peak Traffic: 2-5 p.m. WHAT TO GET The market is ideal for holiday shopping. You can splurge on a $500 dollar fur coat or ball on a budget with $10 jewelry. Other items include: stocking stuffers, ornaments, mink coats, marshmallow launchers, and the famous spaghetti sauce. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO No strollers, rolling carts, rolling bags, wagons or pets are permitted inside the Nutcracker Market. Wheelchairs and walkers are allowed. For more information, visit the Houston Ballet's website. From ABC13