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Moody Gardens Hosts Event for Divers & Ocean Lovers Aug. 19th-21st

MOODY GARDENS INTRODUCES A NEW EVENT FOR DIVERS, OCEAN LOVERS, AND CONSERVATIONISTS AUGUST 19-21 Dive Into the Gulf: An Exposition Will Feature...

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Galveston Island State Park – Beachside Now Open

After several year’s of work, renovations on the beachside of Galveston Island State Park are finished and the park is open to...

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Galveston is More Fun When it Rains

Courtesy of Galveston Convention and Visitors Bureau You’ve waited for your vacation at the beach and now it’s raining…what to do, what...

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World Ocean Day June 4th at East Beach

Join Us for Artist Boat World Ocean Day Festival June 4th from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm at East Beach, Galveston Island...

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“The Music Of Billy Joel & Elton John Starring Michael Cavanaugh”, May 7th

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents “The Music Of Billy Joel & Elton John Starring Michael Cavanaugh”, May 7th For just one...

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Project S.I.T.: Transforming Benches into Enlightening Art Pieces

By Rob Lucey At 10.3 miles long, the pavement atop the Galveston Seawall is said to be the longest continuous sidewalk in...

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It’s Time for the Beach, Beach Baby

It’s Time Again for Sand Between Your Toes Finding the perfect spot on the beach is sometimes a challenging thing. You have...

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“The Queen’s Cartoonists,” March 27th at The Grand

The Grand 1894 Opera House is proud to present The Queen’s Cartoonists as they take center stage on Sunday, March 27, for...

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March 5th-6th: The Texas Tenors – Celebrating the Legends at The Grand

The Grand 1894 Opera House is proud to host the return of the internationally-acclaimed The Texas Tenors when they take center...

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The 22nd Annual Krewe of Barkus & Meoux Mardi Gras Parade February 27

22nd ANNUAL KREWE OF BARKUS & MEOUX MARDI GRAS PARADE AND PARADE VIEWING BALCONY PARTY – SET FOR SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27 The...

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Tree Sculptures: History and Art Combined

Galveston Tree Sculptures On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of...

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Moody Gardens continues Lone Star Circus’ All-New Cirque Joyeux Holiday Show

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as Moody Gardens Hotel Spa & Convention Center announces an all-new one-of-a-kind holiday show...

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“The Nutcracker” Ballet Dec. 11-12

THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER BALLET, DECEMBER 11-12 The annual holiday favorite that delights audiences of all ages – City...

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41st Annual ABC13 “Share Your Holidays” Food Drive Begins

41st ANNUAL ABC13 “SHARE YOUR HOLIDAYS” FOOD DRIVE SET FOR DECEMBER 1st – EXPANDS TO TWO DROP OFF LOCATIONS IN GALVESTON COUNTY This...

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Santa To Parachute In To Kick Off The Holiday Season At Moody Gardens

Opening Day for the 20th anniversary of Festival of Lights features Parachuting Santa Holiday sights, sounds, and smells will fill the air...

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Jaston Williams In “Blood And Holly” Nov. 20th

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents Jaston Williams In “Blood And Holly”, November 20th The Grand 1894 Opera House continues its season...

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Genteel Junque Sale to be Held Oct. 23rd-24th

An array of antiques, furniture, and home accessories will be available for sale at Galveston Historical Foundation’s annual Genteel Junque sale of...

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Outdoor Dining: Fresh Air & Views Galore

If you’re inkling for a delicious meal overlooking the beach, these restaurants are ready to help you put COVID worries aside and...

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Beach Boys Come to Galveston Oct. 23rd

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents The Beach Boys, Saturday, October 23rd The Grand 1894 Opera House is proud to announce the...

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The Historic Galveston Trolleys Return to the Island

Galveston is excited to announce the return of the Galveston Island Trolley service on weekends beginning October 1. This will be the...

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PAWS Gala Postponed benefiting Galveston Island Humane Society

Galveston Island Humane Society Reschedules 20th Annual Paws Gala – Date To Be Determined UPDATE: The 20th Annual PAWS Gala – “Deep...

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Free Beach Family Challenges September 5th

Stewart Beach Offers Gigantic Obstacles, Games Giant battleships, huge bean bags, and limbo showdowns are coming to Stewart Beach for the return...

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Take Action to Save the Islands, Wetlands and Coastal Praires

As we think about World Oceans Day and what to do to celebrate the ocean, what do we think about “celebrating”? Science...

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Adopt a Dolphin this Mother’s Day

This Mother’s Day, give a unique gift that supports wildlife – adopt or name a Galveston Bay bottlenose dolphin mom! When you...

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Galveston: A Socially Distance Coastal Stay Check List

By Melanie Perez One of the best things about escaping to an island is the freedom of being surrounded by nature. With...

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Galveston Children’s Museum: Dreaming Becomes a Reality In Many Ways

By Terry Card, Photos by Gina Hickman Brother and sister, seven and five years old respectively, shyly entered the big room holding...

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It’s the Last Weekend for the 2021 Galveston Restaurant Month

Simply make reservations at participating restaurants to enjoy deliciously affordable prix-fixe meals including two and/or three-course dinners, two-course lunches, breakfasts, and brunches at...

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Hendley Market: Oddities, Intrigue, and Fun for All

By Kimber Fountain, Photos by Christa Schreckengost One stretch of The Strand is somehow different than the others. Between 20th and 21st...

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Mardi Gras Galveston 2021 EVENTS: Very Different, Still Fun, Alternatives Galore

Mardi Gras! Galveston, the third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States, normally offers the unique chance to experience sand between...

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Murdochs: Galveston’s Oldest and Best Loved Gift Shop

By Kimber Fountain Few names embody the “Spirit of the Island” like that of one of Galveston’s oldest institutions, Murdochs. Just like...

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A Very Sweet Mardi Gras: Did You Get The Baby?

By Sissie Coomes The best part of a meal in traditional New Orleans style is the rich desserts, such as hot and...

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Adorable King Penguin Chick Hatched at Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens is ringing in the new year with their newest arrival, an adorable King penguin chick that hatched out on New...

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Miller’s Seawall Grill: Serving Breakfast of Champions

A Breakfast of Champions Served All Day Long: Miller’s has long time been a local’s favorite for fresh seafood, but their hearty,...

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Bryan Museum: Safe & Fun COVID-19 Activities

The Bryan Museum is located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home at 1315 21st St. in Galveston. Tours are given (no reservations...

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Get Outside: So What CAN We Do, Self Guided Tours

Has boredom set in yet? Why not get out of the house and take a self-guided tour and get some fresh air....

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It’s a Holiday Island: Tons of Holly-Jolly, Magically-Memorable Events

Ready for a Galveston Bay Holiday? Our family of coastal communities offer two months of magical events and activities from November to...

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A Railroad Christmas with Mrs. Clause, Walk Thru Storybook & More

Join the Galveston Railroad Museum for a memorable Holiday event at its spacious 5-acre facility. Photos with Santa will also be available!...

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Salvation Army Angel Tree Registration Begins

Angel Tree registration for Galveston County families seeking Christmas assistance for their children 12 and younger be in Galveston at the Center...

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Top 10 Reasons to Visit Galveston

Weather May in Galveston calls for sunshine and mild temperatures. It is the perfect balance of warm, but not too hot. The...

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There’s Plenty of Personal Space on Galveston Island Beaches

Click for Events & Things To on the Beach! By Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau Can’t wait to feel the wind...

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How to Spread Your Wings on Galveston Island

by Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau A Traveler’s Guide to Visiting Galveston while Social Distancing Imagine yourself coming over the causeway onto...