Locals’ Favorites
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634A German Oktoberfest With An Island Twist Oct. 23-24
Join us October 23rd & 24th for the Annual Island Oktoberfest in Galveston! The weekend will be filled with fun, food, beer,...
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1.1KOPA! Galveston Island Greek Festival Oct. 10-11
Galveston Island Greek Festival October 10–11, 2026 Experience authentic Greek foods, wines, performances, and merchandise celebrating Hellenism with Galveston’s 42nd Annual Greek...
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2.3K2026 Concerts Series: Oct. 12th – David Ramirez
Live at St. Joseph’s: A Summer of Concerts #GalvestonHistory’s Live at St. Joseph’s series welcomes gifted singers, songwriters, and musicians into the...
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2.1KHalloween, Island Style Is Something to Celebrate
Everything is coming up spooky in Galveston this season! Check out these upcoming events and join the fun.
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322Dine Out for Daisy: Good friends. Great food. One Grand Cause!
Good friends. Great food. One Grand Cause! Join us as the street outside The Grand transforms into a one-of-a-kind outdoor dinner party...
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653Galveston Symphony Orchestra: Season 48 features Concerts at The Grand
Season 48 is here! Our 48th season opens September 6, 2026, and we’d love for you to be in the hall. Eight concerts...
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843Clay Aiken Comes to The Grand Oct. 3rd
Announcing Clay Aiken at The Grand America first fell in love with Clay’s extraordinary talent and genuine connection with audiences. From...
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668Calling all Pickleball-ers!
Calling all Picklleballers! Open Play Everyday Galveston Island Pickleball at Moody Gardens Golf Course is open and serving up a full schedule...
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688A Month of Concerts Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary
Join us for a summer concert series to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and the Fourth of July season. Bring your own chairs...
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2.1KArtist Boat Eco-Art Camps, Bucket Competition & More
Explore, Observe, and Create in the Artist Boat Eco-Art Camp Sessions! Artist Boat Eco-Art Campers will experience true science and art...
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4.5KZoppé Family Italian Circus: Live in Galveston
Step into an Enchanting World of Timeless Circus Magic March 6 – 30, 2026 Use the code ISLANDTIME20 at check out for...
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7.1KMardi Gras! Galveston February 6th-17th
Mardi Gras! Galveston 2026: Bead There February 6-17, 2026 At Mardi Gras! Galveston, the extravagance found in Texas’s largest Mardi Gras...
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1.6KGalveston Art Week: Celebrate Creativity on the Gulf Coast Jan. 19-25
Galveston Art Week: Celebrate Creativity on the Gulf Coast Join us for an unforgettable week celebrating creativity in Galveston’s Cultural Arts District!...
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1.6KGalveston Museum Weekend to be held Jan 23-25
Start the new year by diving into Galveston’s rich history during this annual January event, Jan 23-25. Galveston Museum Weekend offers visitors...
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14.5KSalsa’s Mexican Restaurant: Little Island, Big Business
By Kimber Fountain The size and scope of Salsa’s Mexican Restaurant often prompts speculation, leading many locals and visitors alike to assume...
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9.7KNew Year’s Parties: Say Goodbye to 2025
New Year’s Eve in #galveston will be celebrated at family activities and a ton of New Year’s Eve weekend events and parties. There are...
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1.6KGAC Adds New Classes this Fall
Check out GAC’s new classes! Discover a wide variety of courses, whether you’re eager to learn something new or refine existing skills....
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1.8KSave The Local FREE Concert: Sergio Trevino
The ‘Save the Locals’ Summer Concert Series FREE Join us every Thursday evening through July 31st at the Historic Menard Park Bandshell...
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1.3KSummer is in full swing at the Rosenberg Library
Look below for event spotlights for every age group you won’t want to miss. Puppet Show – Stewie’s Magic Hat 3 PM...
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3.5KBucket Brigade: FREE Interpretive Beach Tours
Join the Bucket Brigade for a hands-on beach tour that dives into what makes Galveston’s shoreline so unique—from curious creatures in the...
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1.1KMake Music Galveston June 21st: There’s Live Music Everywhere
Calling all music lovers, toe-tappers, and sound creators! Make Music Galveston is coming to the island for the first time as part...
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1.3KMichael Feinstein in…. Because of You: My Tribute To Tony Bennett May 3rd
MICHAEL FEINSTEIN in…. BECAUSE OF YOU: My Tribute To Tony Bennett Saturday, May 3, 8pm. Michael Feinstein brings to life Big Band...
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2.3KThe Inspiration Behind “Weathering The Storm” Exhibit
2025 marks the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth and the 125th anniversary of the 1900 Storm. Both events have shaped Galveston’s history...
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2.9KFREE Sandcastle Building Lessons Begin May 24th
Attention sandcastle builders! Galveston is hosting a free, family-friendly event to help beachgoers create spectacular sandcastles with guidance from a pro. Visitors...
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1.3KMarch is Full of Galveston Reads FREE Events
March is Full of Galveston Reads Events What is Galveston Reads? 2025 Galveston Reads Selection: The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer What’s...
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2.0KFree Things To Do Island Style
There are lots of things to do that do not cost a thing on Galveston Island. Here are a few of the...
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2.5K“I am, He Said -Celebrating Neil Diamond”
The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents “I am, He Said -Celebrating Neil Diamond” April 12 The Grand 1894 Opera House proudly welcomes...
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2.2KSmarty Pants Trivia Held on Second Thursday of each month
Think you’re the know-it-all of Galveston? Come flex those brain muscles and join us for a series of trivia nights supporting Galveston...
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Beaches: Around Galveston’s Sandy Shores
For details on The Beaches, Click HERE. By Kimber Fountain │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost The 32-mile long barrier island known as...
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685Sea of Love Dinner at The Aquarium Pyramid at Moody Gardens
The Aquarium Pyramid makes for a truly memorable setting for a Valentine’s dinner date on Saturday, Feb. 15. Enjoy a special evening...
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1.0KFirst Day Hikes at Galveston Island State Park
It’s a perfect way to set an intention for getting outside, staying active, and appreciating the natural world. Join fellow nature enthusiasts...
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6.7KHoliday Festivals in Galveston
Sunny days and mild nights make Galveston Island the perfect place to enjoy festivals year-round. Many festivals celebrate art, music, film, food,...
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944Island Boo Fest: A Spooky, Family-Friendly Celebration
Get ready for a spook-tacular Halloween experience like no other on Galveston Island! On October 26th, Galveston Island will transform into...
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624Ghost Coast Festival October 11th-13th
The Ghost Coast Festival is a family-friendly event that will be held at the League Kempner Mansion October 11th – 13th, 2024....
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19.2KMaceo Spice & Import: The Spicy Side of Legacy
By Terry Card When Concetta Maceo talks about her family business, Maceo Spice & Import, her enthusiasm, and dedication are self-evident. She...
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562A Labor Day Weekend of Fun, Film & Songswap
PRESENTED BY UTHEALTH SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH’S PEOPLE CENTERED LAB Join us for a film screening and song swap in the 1920...
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608Moody Gardens is gearing up for Labor Day Weekend
Plan now for Labor Day Weekend! Moody Gardens is gearing up for a weekend of fun and excitement! Join us at the...
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737AIA & La Izquierda Galveston Sandcastle Festival Sept. 21st
The Sandcastle Competition is back – bigger and better than ever! Read about our exciting updates: AIA Sandcastle Competition Expands to 2-Day...
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1.3KSummer 2024 is winding down but Moody Gardens Still Has Lots of Fun
Book An Island Getaway and Save 15% Summer certainly is flying by quickly this year, but there are a few weeks left...
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706Beats on the Beach at Palm Beach Plus Fireworks Continue
Palm Beach will come alive with “Beats on the Beach” every Saturday night from June 15 to August 3 from 5:30 –...
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7704th of July Events: Parade, Fireworks & More
Nothing says “summer on Galveston Island” better than the 4th of July! This 4th of July, plan to celebrate the country’s –...
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1.4KFlamingo Fest Golf Cart Parade and Pub Crawl May 18th
For more events in #galvestontx, go to GalvestonIslandGuide.com. The Postoffice District will host its 5th Annual Golf Cart Parade and Pub Crawl...
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1.9KRailfest to be held April 26th-27th
Collectors and enthusiasts showing off their model train sets that will be weaving in and out of the train depot, continuing onto...
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1.3KFinal ‘Mardi Gras! Galveston’ Celebrations Today
TICKETS If you’re looking for a unique Mardi Gras experience in 2024, grab some beads and hit the beach! Galveston Island’s 113th...
