by Jasmine Infante
The holidays are here and Pearland Parks and Recreation want to jump into the festive spirit with you! The Hometown Christmas Festival will take place on Friday, December 6th, from 6 to 9 p.m. Following the festival, the 42nd Annual Hometown Christmas Parade will be hosted on Saturday, December 7th at 6 p.m.
Admission to both the Hometown Christmas Festival and the 42nd Annual Hometown Christmas Parade is free.
Hometown Christmas Festival
The enchanting Hometown Christmas Festival is set to kick off the holiday season in Independence Park (3449 Pearland Pkwy) on Friday, December 6th. This heartwarming event features a variety of holiday entertainment, shopping opportunities, musical performances, captivating light displays all-month long, food trucks, a photobooth sponsored by the University of Houston Clear Lake, and much more! Join us for a lively stage program with esteemed guests such as Santa Claus, City Council members, community leaders, and Mayor Cole.
HEB is bringing snow to Texas at their HEB Winter Wonderland which promises fun for all ages! Plus, stay for our newest addition of a magical drone show beginning at 8:30 p.m. sponsored by University of Houston Clear Lake!
Did we mention we’ve got you covered for Christmas shopping? Stop by the Holiday Craft Market at the Independence Park pavilion on December 6th from 6 to 9p.m. and December 7th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The City of Pearland is also proud to partner with KHOU 11 on their 23rd Annual KHOU 11 Secret Santa Toy Drive, benefiting The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program. This initiative helps bring holiday joy to children and families in need throughout our community. At the City of Pearland’s Hometown Christmas Festival, guests are encouraged to donate new, unwrapped toys or make a monetary contribution to help make the season brighter for those facing challenges.
Donations can be dropped off at the designated location in Independence Park, or you can easily contribute online by scanning the QR code that will be featured on the entertainment stage. Together with KHOU 11, the City of Pearland is committed to making a difference. For more information on the KHOU 11 Secret Santa Toy Drive visit khou.com/toys. Let’s come together to spread kindness and holiday cheer this season.
General parking for the Hometown Christmas Festival will be available at Pearland High School (3775 S. Main), with ADA parking conveniently situated at the Independence Park Liberty Drive Entrance.
Hometown Christmas Parade
On Saturday, December 7th, the parade will traverse FM 518 (Broadway), from Old Alvin Road to Pearland Parkway, welcoming dozens of floats, vibrant marching drill teams, classic cars bedecked in lights, various other walking groups, and even Santa himself—promising an evening of winter entertainment!
Hometown Christmas Lights
The holiday spirit doesn’t stop there! Brighten up your holidays all month long by visiting the amazing light display at Independence Park. This is the perfect place to take your family holiday photos, enjoy an evening walk outside, or share the magic of the holiday season with your loved ones.
For more information about our events plus a full calendar of public holiday events around Pearland in December, please visit pearlandparks.com/hometownchristmas.
