Pasadena has a long history of being an industrial powerhouse, specifically in the petrochemical and manufacturing sectors that are intricately tied to the Houston Ship Channel economy. Similarly, the city is also known for the annual, multi-day event the Strawberry Festival, one of the largest events in East Harris County, which pays homage to Pasadena's agricultural roots and citizens who sold and continue to sell strawberries at the world-famous Pasadena Strawberry Festival.
