Hometown Christmas Festival

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Hometown Christmas Festival

Date: Friday, Dec. 5, 2025

Time: 6 - 9 p.m.

Location: Independence Park, 3449 Pearland Parkway

Parking: General parking will be at Pearland Highschool (3775 S. Main)

and ADA parking available at the Independence Park Liberty Drive Entrance

Cost: Admission is Free

Feel the Christmas Spirit come alive as Pearland Parks & Recreation kicks off the Hometown Christmas Festival. Join us for an evening of stage entertainment, shopping, music, lights, inflatables, food trucks and much more! Our lively stage program will feature a visit from City Council, community leaders, Santa Claus and Mayor Cole as they come together to spread Christmas cheer for Pearlanders far and near.

Spend some time playing in the snow at the H-E-B Winter Wonderland and stick around for the magical Drone show presented by University of Houston Clear Lake at Pearland beginning at 8:30 p.m.

Vendor ApplicationsOpen on August 1, 2025

 


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Hometown Christmas Parade 
Presented by UFCU

 

Date: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025

Time: 6 p.m.

Location: FM 518 (Broadway), from Old Alvin Road to Pearland Parkway

Once upon a December, the streets of Pearland come alive with twinkling lights, jolly music, and the wonder of the season. The Hometown Christmas Parade invites neighbors near and far to gather along the route and watch as floats inspired by timeless holiday tales glide by, accompanied by merry dancers, cheerful bands, and a few magical surprises.

Theme: Classic Christmas Stories

Bundle up, bring your holiday spirit, and join us for a charming celebration that feels straight out of your favorite Christmas story.

Parade Detour Map Here

2025 Parade Applications are closed. 

Participant and organizer resources - Arrival instructions, staging, maps, and timeline information for parade entries. 

Call us at 281.412.8900 or email events@pearlandtx.gov for information. 

 

 

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Fall For It: Market + Movie

Pearland Parks and Recreation invites you to a FREE day of fall fun with our market and movie mashup at Independence Park!
 
Kick off the day celebration the 4th anniversary of the Old Pearland Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Explore trick-or-treating at the booths, bounce houses, kids activities, and so much more. Don’t forget to dress up your pets for extra fun!
 
The excitement heats up at 5 p.m. a costume contest for all ages! More contest details coming soon...
 
 As night falls, settle in for Sunset Cinema at 6:30 p.m., proudly presented by Epic Plumbing, featuring Disney's Lilo & Stitch (Rated G). 
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