Pearland Celebrated As Music Friendly Texas Certified Community
April 20, 2026 | Austin, Texas | Press Release
AUSTIN – The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office within the Office of the Governor today announced the City of Pearland has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community after completing the multi-step certification process. The Music Friendly Texas program, the first in the nation since introduced by TMO in 2016, seeks to foster music business-related economic development and job creation in Texas cities and communities.
“Congratulations to the City of Pearland on earning the Music Friendly Texas Certified Community designation,” said Governor Greg Abbott. “With support from the Texas Music Office, the Texas music industry accounts for more than 196,000 direct and indirect permanent jobs and generates over $31 billion in annual economic activity statewide. Together, we will continue to work alongside communities in every region of our state to create good-paying jobs and boost economic growth.”
Pearland is now a Film Friendly Texas, Tourism Friendly Texas, and Music Friendly Texas Certified Community.
“We are excited to earn the Music Friendly Texas Certified Community designation in our partnership with the Texas Music Office,” said City of Pearland Mayor Kevin Cole. “This designation will help amplify our local live music offerings and help showcase Pearland as a destination for visitors and residents alike.”
“I’ve always believed that music has a unique way of transforming a space,” said Visit Pearland Advisory Board Member Mary Roduta. “It brings people together, creates joy, and shapes moments that we remember long after the night ends. With Pearland now designated as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community, our city becomes a true conduit of cultural identity and energy by connecting local musicians with venues, enriching events, and elevating the experiences we share. Having access to great music doesn’t just enhance what we offer as a venue; it strengthens the connections we build in the community.”
“As a local venue owner, we have a strong sense of community and pride in providing local musicians the opportunity to show off their art and talent at our Taproom,” said Rob Ray's Taproom owner Rob Bromley. “The Music Friendly Texas Certified Community designation gives us an opportunity to raise awareness about our local music scene.”
The Music Friendly Texas Community Certification Ceremony, cohosted by the TMO and the City of Pearland, will be held on Saturday, April 25 at 1:15pm during the Pearland Grand Arts & Eats Festival, and will include city officials and community leaders. TMO Community Relations and Outreach Specialist Gini Mascorro will present the designation.
Music Friendly Texas Community Certification Ceremony — Pearland
April 25 at 1:15pm
Pearland Grand Arts & Eats Festival
2314 Grand Boulevard
Pearland, Texas 77581
Inquiries may be directed to: Tracy Rohrbacher, Executive Director, Visit Pearland, (281) 997-5972, trohrbacher@visitpearland.com
Pearland is the 94th Music Friendly Texas Certified Community. Learn more about the Music Friendly Texas program: gov.texas.gov/music/page/music-friendly-communities
The Texas Music Office in the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office within the Office of the Governor is the first and longest-running state music office in the nation. Since 1990, TMO has fostered the economic development of Texas music businesses, Texas musicians, and Texas communities. Since 2016, TMO has operated the first and only statewide Music Friendly Community Program in the nation, with an extensive network of more than 90 certified Music Friendly Texas community partners across the state.
The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office (EDT) within the Office of the Governor is tasked with marketing and promoting the state of Texas across the nation and around the world as the premier business location and travel destination. EDT works closely with communities and local, regional, and statewide economic development and tourism organizations, as well as partnering state agencies, to ensure Texas remains the best place to live, work, and visit.
Media inquiries should be directed to the Governor’s Press Office at (512) 463-1826.