This cultural festival takes place at Pearland Town Center highlights traditional Indian dress, jewelry, art and dance. (Courtesy Global Organization for Divinity)
Looking for things to do around Pearland and Friendswood areas this spring? Check out these nine events happening in your neighborhood in late-March and throughout April. This list is not comprehensive and details are subject to change.
5K Fun Run
This race benefits nonprofit organization The Mountain on MastersRoad, which provides resources for Brazoria County families in need. The race starts at the Church on MastersRoad and includes a 5K, children's 1K, cheerleading and sponsorship opportunities.
March 22, 8-10 a.m.
$45 (5K), $20 (kids 1K), free (cheering section and sponsorship)
The Church on MastersRoad: 6911 Masters Road, Manvel
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck returns to Friendswood at Baybrook Mall. (Courtesy Hello Kitty Cafe Truck)
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Friendswood
The branded truck returns to Baybrook Mall for shoppers to get treats and merchandise—including t-shirts, plush dolls, tote bags and pastries while supplies last. The truck will be parked on the lawn by Gloria’s Latin Cuisine.
One Glance Jewelry Supply and Design in Friendswood will host this potluck brunch event where attendees will spend time crafting, creating, shopping and socializing.
This event takes place at the Hilton Garden Inn and will feature a "Shark Tank"-inspired innovation showcase competition for children; career booths with representatives from colleges and other organizations; a business Jeopardy game; and networking opportunities.
March 29, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
$3 (general entry), $25 (innovation showcase)
Hilton Garden Inn: 12101 Shadow Creek Parkway, Pearland
Attendees will welcome the turn of the seasons with this first-ever festival at Independence Park, which will feature rides and interactive attractions, live entertainment, a craft market and local food vendors. Free parking will be available at Pearland High School.
This inaugural Easter-themed shopping experience by The Famous Market takes place at Pearland Town Center. It features over 60 local vendors, Easter bunny photo opportunities from 2-4 p.m., food and a free kids zone with face painting.
Lone Star Snakes, a wildlife education and relocation organization serving northern Brazoria County and surrounding areas, will have a booth at assisted living center Village on the Park Friendswood in support of Alzheimer’s research and awareness. Attendees will learn about and meet some native snakes.
This cultural festival takes place at Pearland Town Center this spring. It will feature stage and street performances of classic and folk dances from different regions across India; a kids zone with arts and crafts; opportunities to shop for ethnic Indian dressings and jewelry; Indian street food; henna; and cultural competitions—including chess, classic dance and a written Ramayana quiz.
Editor's note: This article has been corrected to show the Puranava Indian Art & Culture Fest will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Brookside Village Farmer's Market has also been canceled.
