BROOKSHIRE, Texas (Covering Katy News) — The City of Brookshire celebrated the start of the Christmas season by hosting its annual Christmas parade and festival Saturday. Meanwhile, the Brookshire Police Department held a drive-through toy drive to collect and distribute toys for local children. The police partnered with A.R.T. Studio Body Art and Gallery, Distinguished Body Shop, Waller County Sheriff's Department, Brookshire Memorial Oaks Cemetery, the Vargas Agency and volunteers to make sure each child received a gift.
Good weather made the events even more enjoyable for those who attended.
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The Royal High School Fusion and Royal Marching Sound Machine performs at the festival.
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The Brookwood Community had tables at the festival.
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Alex Rois Tattoo Art Studio was among those with a booth at the festival.
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These youngsters enjoyed their moment in the spotlight.
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Santa Claus visits with a youngster.
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From left, Assistant Police Chief Pete Luna, Alderwoman Eileen McDade, Police Chief Holly Green, Mayor Robert Richards and Mayor Pro Tem Eric Green. Chief Green received an award for being named the parade's grand marshal.
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Arial Connor sings Santa Tell Me and Silent Night at the festival.
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The Grinch and Santa Claus pose with a future police officer.
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Santa and Mrs. Claus joined the Grinch at the Brookshire Police Department Christmas Toy Drive.
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Waving to the crowd at the parade.
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The Brookshire Police Department sponsored the toy drive.