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Pearland Tourism Continues Strong Growth

Pearland Tourism Continues Strong Growth

Visit Pearland Releases FY2025 Annual Report

Visit Pearland’s FY2025 Annual Report highlights another strong year for tourism and the positive impact visitors bring to our community. From sporting events to cultural initiatives, tourism continues to support Pearland’s economy and local businesses. Tourism doesn’t just benefit visitors, it strengthens the entire Pearland community.

Here are five key takeaways from the report.

  1. Pearland Welcomed 372,000 Visitors

Pearland continues to attract travelers from across Texas and beyond. In FY2025, the city welcomed 372,000 visitors, reflecting steady growth in travel to the area.

  1. $1,796,910 in Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenue

In FY2025, Pearland generated $1,796,910 in Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) revenue, which directly supports tourism promotion and visitor-related initiatives.

  1. Tourism Supports Local Jobs

Visitor spending helps sustain Pearland’s hospitality and service industries. Tourism supported approximately 1,000 jobs across hotels, restaurants, retail businesses, and entertainment venues.

  1. Sports Tourism Drives Hotel Stays

Pearland continues to be a destination for youth and amateur sports tournaments. In FY2025, 32 events generated nearly 3,900 hotel room nights, bringing athletes, families, and spectators to the city.

  1. Investment in Arts and Culture

Visit Pearland continues to invest in Pearland’s cultural identity through Cultural Arts Matching Grants and initiatives aligned with the city’s Cultural Arts Master Plan, helping support local artists, organizations, and public art experiences.