Why you need to head over to NRG Center today

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The Nutcracker Market is officially open!

The annual Houston shopping extravaganza kicked off on Thursday at the NRG Center and thousands of people are expected to attend four-day shopping event.

The market runs until Sunday, Nov. 17. Tickets can be purchased at the market for $20. You can also buy them online here.

ABC13's The Midday is your stop for everything you'll want to know, whether you're trying to save money, hunt for deals or find things to see and do in Houston.

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