Do a turkey trot
Nov. 23
The annual Pearland Turkey Trot features 6-mile, 4-mile, 1-mile and a Kids K races. Proceeds from this year’s event benefit the Forever Parks Foundation of Pearland. 7:30-9 a.m. (start times vary). Prices vary. The Pearland Stadium, 3775 S. Main, Pearland.
www.pearlandturkeytrot.com
Attend a winter gift market
Nov. 24-26
The annual winter market offers crafts and gifts from a handpicked selection of vendors. The event also features a “Chill Cave” with beverages and food trucks. 1-9 p.m. (Nov. 24), 10 a.m.-9 p.m. (Nov. 25), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Nov. 26). Free (admission). Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway St., Pearland. www.visitpearland.com
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Dec. 1
The traditional lighting of the city of Pearland’s Christmas tree and a visit from Santa Claus begins at 7 p.m. 7-10 p.m. Free. Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway St., Pearland.
www.pearlandtx.gov
Local Holiday Parade
Dec. 2
Pearland’s 36th annual lighted parade comes to town with the theme “12 Days of Christmas.” Local businesses, groups and organizations are invited to sign up for the event. Parade will travel east on FM 518, beginning at Old Alvin Road and ending at Pearland Parkway. 6 p.m. Free. www.pearlandtx.gov
Inaugural Fest Encourages Physical Activity
Dec. 9
The free event features a variety of playable parks programs, such as archery, flag football and wheelchair basketball. Several popular food trucks are present as well. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. The Sports Complex at Shadow Creek Ranch, 13050 Shadow Creek Parkway, Pearland.
www.pearlandtx.gov
Christmas Santa Dash
Dec. 10
Big Love’s 2017 Santa Dash features a kid’s mile and kid’s dash along with a Christmas silent auction, choir and memorial ceremony. 8 a.m.-noon. Times, prices vary. Pearland Town Center Pavilion, 11200 Broadway St., Pearland. www.biglovecancercare.org/santa-dash.html
Support Pearland businesses This Holiday Season
Through Dec. 31
Shoppers collect stamps from participating businesses across Pearland to win a grand prize of up to $3,000 for shopping locally. Cards can be picked up at the Pearland Chamber, participating businesses, or printed off Facebook. For more details, visit www.pearlandtexaschamber.us or call 281-485-3634.
