# Bay Area Nutcracker Market — Thanksgiving Weekend Holiday Market

> Event for families in the Houston–Pasadena–The Woodlands area (TX). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 28 (+1 more date) · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Where: Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds, 7902 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, TX 77504
- Ages: All ages; 12 and under free
- Price: $5 admission; children 12 and under free
- Organizer: Bay Area Nutcracker Market
- Official page: https://www.pasadenatx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=3135
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A Thanksgiving-weekend holiday market at the Pasadena Convention Center with dozens of handmade and unique gift vendors, collectible nutcrackers, children's boutique clothing and gourmet treats. Kids can meet the Gingerbread Man for a free photo at noon. Children 12 and under get in free; parking is free.

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