Looking for things to do this winter in the Pearland and Friendswood areas? Check out these nine events happening in these neighborhoods in December and January. This list is not comprehensive.

Cookies with Santa

Pearland Bicycles hosts this Christmas-themed outing for children. The event will feature holiday cookies and photo opportunities with Santa Claus.Biggest Shopping Weekend

Pearland Town Center will host this holiday vendor market, which features shopping, performances, food and activities. The event will have local craftsmen, artisans and vendors selling treats and other gifts.Christmas cookie decorating class

Sweet Em’s Cookies and The Sparkly Sewing Lounge brings Friendswood residents this festive workshop at The Sparkly Sewing Lounge. The dessert business will provide five different cookies to decorate and light snacks will be provided. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own beverages.
Visit with the Grinch and participate in an ornament exchange at this holiday-themed event. (Courtesy The Enchanted Cottage)
Visit with the Grinch and participate in an ornament exchange at this holiday-themed event. (Courtesy The Enchanted Cottage)
A Grinchy Christmas


The Alvin Senior Center is the location for this social holiday event, which features photos with the Grinch, hot cocoa and treats, shopping with local vendors, food trucks, activities for children and an ornament exchange.Reviseur Cognac tasting

Total Wine & More’s Pearland location on Broadway Street hosts cognac company Reviseur for this tasting event.
  • Dec. 23, 4-7 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • 10322 Broadway St., Pearland
  • Facebook: Reviseur Cognac
Beads & Brunch

One Glance Jewelry Supply and Design will host this free event, which features crafting, socializing and a potluck brunch.NYE Cruise

Car club Space City Mustangs invites Mustang owners to ride around The Piney Woods for a New Years Eve-themed drive. Mustang drivers will begin the cruise by meeting at Carlos Beer Garden.Twelfth Night Celebration


To celebrate their grand re-opening, Pearland ballroom dance studio Dance Vision Studios will host a formal masquerade party this holiday season. Attendees will experience dancing, libations and have the opportunity to win a free dance program if they find the lucky coin.Rodeo High Tea & Fashion Show

The Teaspoon by Day Cocina teahouse hosts this wearable art fashion show with artists J. Howard and Kelly Kathleen. Attendees will construct an outfit with accessories and receive complimentary mimosas.