Hometown Christmas Festival-Pearland is a free holiday evening hosted by Pearland Parks & Recreation at Independence Park in Pearland. Expect stage entertainment, music, shopping, twinkling lights, inflatables and food trucks, plus a visit from Santa Claus. The lively stage program also brings in City Council members, community leaders and Mayor Cole to spread Christmas cheer. It's free and family-friendly, so bring the whole crew, grab a bite from a food truck and soak up the holiday spirit.