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Galveston’s Only White Sand Private Beaches
Turn up the heat this summer at Beats on the Beach at Palm Beach!
Summer fun is officially here because Palm Beach is open daily. Spend your days floating the lazy river, splashing in the wave pool, racing down waterslides, and relaxing at Galveston’s only white sand beach.
Whether you are planning a family beach day or a full weekend adventure, Palm Beach is the perfect place to kick off the season.
Want to make the most of your visit? The One Day Value Pass includes admission to Palm Beach plus the Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, MG 3D Theater, Dinos Alive, and more for one unforgettable day packed with family fun and adventure at Moody Gardens.
Every Saturday evening, enjoy live music on Galveston’s only white sand beach, followed by a spectacular fireworks finale over the waters of Offatts Bayou.
The family-friendly event is great for all ages, allowing guests to get up and dance to your favorite tunes or relax along the Lazy River with a wonderful gulf breeze and beautiful water view before the night caps off with a vibrant fireworks show over the water.
Visitors can unwind on the soft white sand beaches, enjoy a variety of exciting attractions, and make lasting memories.
Whether it’s relaxing under the shade of palm trees, floating along the 650-foot lazy river, splashing in the wave pool, or riding the two 18-foot-tall tower slides, guests of all ages are sure to have a fantastic time.
Palm Beach also features the popular Aquarium Adventure play area and interactive water games. The splash pad, an automated aquatic water feature, provides endless fun with interactive dump buckets, spray arches, and fountains.
For those seeking maximum relaxation, cabanas, loungers, party tents, and canopies are available for rent.
Every Saturday through August 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
The Shoreline Grill is open, with a great menu and cocktails from the bar. Individual admission tickets are available, or it is included with a Value Pass.
Individual admission tickets are available, or it is included with a Value Pass. Guests enjoying Palm Beach during the day can stay for the show at no extra charge.
2026 Lineup
- June 13 — Big E and The Lowdown
- June 20 — Bama Breeze
- June 27 — The Line Up
- July 4 — A Sure Thing
- July 11 — Alias
- July 18 — Rapture
- July 25 — The Line Up
- August 1 — Rozy
- August 8 — SLAGS
This is a family-friendly event — all ages welcome.
Palm Beach at Moody Gardens is located at 1 Hope Blvd., Galveston, Texas 77554.
Extra Hours, Extra Adventure!
Enjoy Moody Gardens all summer long with our summer hours!
Attraction hours are extended, with the Aquarium Pyramid, Rainforest Pyramid, Discovery Museum, Palm Beach, and Dinos Alive open daily from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.
The MG 3D Theater and 4D Special FX Theater will keep the fun going until 8:00 pm, while the Ropes Course and Zip Line will be open from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
From underwater explorations and rainforest adventures to lazy river floats and family thrills, there is something exciting waiting around every corner all summer long!
A Day at the Movies
Sit back, relax, and enjoy one of the best viewing experiences in the world.
The MG 3D Theater features one of the largest screens in Texas and a top-of-the-line surround sound system that is sure to immerse you in faraway worlds.
If you’re feeling even more adventurous, head on over to our 4D Theater to really be part of the action. Feel the wind on your face and breathe in that fresh ocean air all from the comfort of your seat!
We have released some new summer blockbusters such as Earthflight 3D and The Lost World 4D that we are sure will be fun for the whole family!
Spend your summer soaking in the stories and finding inspiration right here in the Moody Gardens Visitor Center!
