🌱 Old Pearland Farmers Market in partnership with Keep Pearland Beautiful has their first market of 2026 featuring local farms and vendors, live music, food trucks, family activities, free seed exchange with Biggs Farm, and affordable paper shredding. KPB members receive free shredding; non-members $5 up to 20 lbs. Free entry, free parking, and pet-friendly. | 9AM-1PM | 3537 Pearland Parkway

WEDNESDAY 1/14

🍐 Old School Trivia Night hosted by Rob Ray’s Taproom. A free, classic trivia night played the old-fashioned way with pencil and paper. Teams of up to six can compete for first- and second-place prizes while enjoying great bartenders, a fun host, and on-site food vendors. | 7PM-9PM | 2503 Covey Lane

🍐 Pearland MTB Wednesday Group Ride | Join the weekly ride on Pearland’s natural MTB trails, crafted by local “trail gnomes.” All bikes and skill levels welcome—helmets required, lights needed once daylight fades. | 6PM-8PM | 2741 Broadway Street

🍐 Family Fun Glow Party hosted by Pearland Library. A glowing good time for the whole family featuring glow sticks, music, and snacks. Open to all ages. | 6PM | 3522 Liberty Drive

🍐 Beginner Crochet Class hosted by Mermaid in Stitches at The Crafty Pear Boutique. A hands-on class for beginners led by certified crochet instructor Elizabeth, covering basic stitches with patterns included. All materials provided; $50 per person. Space is limited and advance registration is required. | TICKETS | 6PM-8PM | 2206 Broadway Street

🍐 Family Fun Night Glow Party hosted by Pearland Library. A high-energy glow party featuring glow sticks, fun music, snacks, and door prizes. Open to all ages, with participation limited to 50 attendees. | 6PM-7PM | 3522 Liberty Drive

🍐 Preschool Storytime hosted by Chick-fil-A East Pearland. A fun morning of stories designed to spark imagination and encourage early literacy for preschool-aged children. | 10AM-11AM | 1512 Broadway Street

🍐 Preschool Storytime hosted by Pearland Library. A fun, interactive storytime for preschoolers ages 3–5 featuring songs, movement, and books that help build early literacy skills. | 10AM-11AM | 3522 Liberty Drive

THURSDAY 1/15

🍐 Karaoke Night at Steamboat Bills | Sing your favorites or cheer on the brave — a fun, laid-back night of music, drinks, and good vibes every Thursday. | 7PM-9PM | 1134 N Main Street

🍐 Family Bingo Night is hosted by Rob Ray’s Taproom. An all-ages Thursday night event featuring Bingo with Pam, plus food vendors on site for dinner and a full drink menu, including non-alcoholic options. | 7:00–9:00 PM | 2503 Covey Lane

🍐 Café, Conchas y Chisme hosted by the Brazoria County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Telemundo Houston. A free, casual networking event where business and culture come together over coffee, conchas, and conversation. Open to the community. | 9AM | 1200 Pearland Parkway

🍐 Friends & Family Opening Day hosted by 518 Sports Pub & Grill. A soft opening celebration featuring new menu samples, cocktail tastings, and music by DJ D.L.F. Open to the public. | 3:00–11:45 PM | 5010 Broadway Street

🍐 Business After Hours hosted by the Brazoria County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Texas First Bank. A relaxed, come-and-go evening of networking, conversation, and community, offering professionals a chance to connect and build relationships across Brazoria County. | 6PM | 2343 N Main St

FRIDAY 1/16

🍐 Visions & Vibes Vision Board Night hosted at LIT Java. A guided vision board experience focused on intention, clarity, and community, with all supplies included plus light bites, drinks, and one signature Lit Java drink. $50 registration; limited spots available. | TICKETS | 6PM | 5018 Broadway Street

🍐 Passing of the Torch Party hosted by Saloon Door West. A celebratory evening marking the transition as Jason passes the CEO role to Ricky, honoring the past and looking ahead to what’s next. Open to the public. | 5PM | 1231 Broadway Street

🍐 Pearland Parent Night Out: AGPMA Game Night hosted by Premier Martial Arts. A fun-filled evening for kids featuring video games, card games, and board games. Dinner included with registration. Early registration is $35; day-of is $45. Attendees may bring portable game systems or favorite games rated E10+ or below. | TICKETS | 6PM-9PM | 2560 Pearland Parkway Suite 140

SATURDAY 1/17

🍐 Go Texan Steak Night & Auction hosted by the Houston Metro Go Texan Committee, North Brazoria County Subcommittee, in partnership with RODEOHOUSTON. An evening featuring a steak dinner, live music by the Junior Gordon Band, and live, silent, and dessert auctions. | TICKETS | 6PM-9PM | 2320 Hatfield Rd

🍐 Live Fire BBQ Night hosted by BarHart Spice Co. at Rob Ray’s Taproom. A full day of Texas-style live fire BBQ with a Cajun twist, served until sold out, plus live music starting at 7:00 PM. Come hungry, grab a drink, and settle in for the night. | 3PM-9PM | 2503 Covey Lane

🍐 Bingo Night Fundraiser hosted by Shadow Creek Baseball. A family-friendly Bingo night featuring Bingo games, a live auction, raffle prizes, and concessions, supporting the Shadow Creek baseball program. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Cashless event. | TICKETS | 6PM | 11850 Broadway Street

SUNDAY 1/18

🍐 Café Azul: Reset for 2026 hosted by Café Azul Tx Autism and Giset King. An adults-only gathering to connect, recharge, and reset for the year ahead, featuring a panel discussion, giveaways, and more. Space is limited and RSVP is required. | 4:00–6PM | 2536 South Grand Boulevard

🍐 Paint Your Pet Night hosted by The Party Brush at Saloon Door West. A guided paint class where guests create a custom portrait of their pet using a pre-sketched canvas, with all supplies and instruction included. No experience needed. Space is limited and advance registration is required. | TICKETS | 4PM–7PM | 1231 Broadway Street

🍐 Comedy Night at the Taproom hosted by Rob Ray’s Taproom. A special Sunday comedy show featuring host Adam Bob and headliner Netra Netra, with free cover and plenty of laughs. | 8PM | 2503 Covey Lane

MONDAY 1/19 | Martin Luther King Day

🍐 MLK Day of Service hosted by the Vic Coppinger Family YMCA. A community volunteer event honoring Dr. King through hands-on service projects focused on campus beautification and improvements. Open to all ages; children 12 and under must attend with a parent or guardian. | 10AM-12PM | 2700 YMCA Drive

🍐 Junior Robotics: Programming with VEX 123 hosted by iCode Pearland. A hands-on robotics program where students learn robot control and block-based programming through fun challenges that build problem-solving, collaboration, and critical thinking skills. | 9AM-4PM | 3414 Business Center Drive Suite 150

TUESDAY 1/20

🍐 Singo Bingo: Club 54 hosted by Rob Ray’s Taproom. A 70s-themed Singo Bingo night with disco vibes, bell bottoms encouraged, and Tamale Tuesday featuring local vendors. | Vendors 5PM | Bingo 7PM | 2503 Covey Lane

🍐 Greater Houston Veterans Rotary Meeting hosted by the Rotary Club of Greater Houston Veterans. A bi-monthly Rotary meeting open to members and guests, featuring fellowship, club updates, and a guest speaker. In-person with a virtual option available; arrive early for lunch. | 11:30 AM–1:00 PM | 2300 Smith Ranch Road

🍐 Free Breakfast Morning hosted by Chick-fil-A. Guests are invited to stop by for a free breakfast entrée during this special giveaway event. | 6AM-10AM | 3621 Business Center Drive & 11626 Shadow Creek Parkway locations

🍐 Toddler Time is hosted at the West Pearland Library. A cozy storytime with songs, rhymes, and stories designed for caregivers and children ages 1–3. Tickets are required due to room capacity and are handed out 15 minutes before the program. | Start times: 10:15AM & 11:15AM | 3522 Liberty Drive

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WEDNESDAY 1/7

🧺 Library Programs at Manvel Public Library hosted by Manvel Public Library. Preschool Storytime invites ages 3–5 for stories, songs, rhymes, and a themed craft, while Teen Craft Hour offers ages 12–18 a creative after-school craft session. Participation is limited for both programs. | 10:15–10:45 AM & 4:30–5:30 PM | 20514 Morris Avenue

THURSDAY 1/8

🧺 Movers & Shakers hosted by Manvel Public Library. A high-energy toddler program with music, movement, stories, and props to build fine motor skills. Designed for ages 18 months–3 years, with limited spots per session. | 10:15–11:15 AM | 20514 Morris Avenue

SATURDAY 1/20

🧺 Kids Programs at Manvel Public Library hosted by Manvel Public Library. Movers & Shakers is a toddler program for ages 18 months–3 years with music, movement, stories, and props to build fine motor skills. Kids Craft: Balloon Rockets invites ages 6–11 to build balloon-powered cars from recycled materials and race them with friends. Space is limited for both programs. | 11-11:30AM & 2PM-3PM | 20514 Morris Avenue

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