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Tickets Already Selling Out FAST for Haunted & Spooky Galveston Fun

Galveston Island’s ghostly history makes it one of the top destinations in the country for spooky travel, from a haunted historic hotel to...

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Check out the ArtWalk Oct. 9th Downtown Galveston Arts Center

Future ArtWalk Dates: October 9, November 27 Since 1986, the Galveston Arts Center has been the proud organizer of ArtWalk. Held eight...

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2021 Galveston Fall Festivals feature Shrimp, Ghosts, & Greeks

The fall season brings what many consider to be the best weather of the year on Galveston Island, and with great...

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ArtoberFEST Brings Historic Galveston To Life In Vivid Color October 16-17

24th Annual Artoberfest Brings Historic Galveston To Life In Vivid Color October 16-17 Galveston Island’s 24th Annual ARToberFEST – the island’s premier...

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Oktoberfest Comes to Downtown Galveston Oct. 22-24

Galveston’s Premier Fall Festival – 39th Annual Island Oktoberfest- Returns October 22-24! Galveston’s premier fall festival – the 39th Annual Island Oktoberfest...

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DATE CHANGE: Asleep At The Wheel: 50th Anniversary Tour, Nov. 13th

DATE CHANGE: ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL- 50th Anniversary Tour will now perform at The Grand 1894 Opera House on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13th...

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Galveston Artist Residency: Lessons From Above: Constellation Quilts Opens Aug. 28th

The GAR Gallery is pleased to present “Lessons From Above: Constellation Quilts” by Dawolu Jabari. Opening Reception Saturday, August 28th from 6-9pm. The...

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At GAC: “distorts of trespass” by Ryan Hawk Opening Aug. 28th

Galveston Arts Center is located at 2127 Strand, Downtown Galveston, TX 77550 P: 409.763.2403 FREE ADMISSION Open Wednesday – Sunday, Noon –...

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Rob Landes “Comedy In The Silent Films Of Laurel & Hardy Oct. 3rd

The Grand’s New 2021-22 Season Opens With Rob Landes “Comedy In The Silent Films Of Laurel & Hardy,” Sunday, October 3rd ...

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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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Every Saturday – Rides on The Harborside Express

Every Saturday! Towering at the head of the Strand, the vast Railroad Museum boasts one of the largest restored railroad collections in...

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Events for the Entire Family No Matter What Your Age

Galveston offers a lot of options for fun things to do for the entire family. Check out these events:

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7 Ways to Have the Best Summer Ever in Galveston

The bright, shining Texas summer sun rises over the rolling waves of an inviting beach. Squawking seagulls fill the air with their...

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Downtown Galveston: Fun on The Strand & Postoffice District

Downtown Galveston hosts several unique areas to explore: The Stand, Harborside, Postoffice District, and a bunch more. Check out these events going...

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Irene Antonia Diane Reece: Opening June 5th at Galveston Arts Center

On view June 5 – August 22, 2021 in the 1878 & Brown Foundation Gallery Irene Antonia Diane Reece: Opening June...

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Romantic Places to Get Married in Galveston

When it comes to getting married, a destination wedding at the beach ranks high on many couples’ wish lists. The historic beach...

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Rosenberg Library: Summer Reading Program Begins

Pre-registration is now available for our Rosenberg Library Teen Summer Reading Program at https://rosenberg.beanstack.org! Just for registering you get a brand new book,...

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June Rosenberg Treasure of the Month: Schmidt’s Garden

Pictured above: This photo is believed to have been taken at Schmidt’s Garden during Galveston’s 1876 Maifest celebration. During the month 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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Fun, Historic & Haunted Tours of the Island

There’s a lot to see on Galveston Island! Check out these fun tours of this beautiful island:

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March Treasure at Rosenberg Library: Maria C. Kimball

In honor of Women’s History Month this March, Rosenberg Library will celebrate the legacy of Galveston artist Maria Cage Kimball. Kimball is...

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$1 Gets You All Over the Island on Cool Galveston Trolleys

The rubber-wheeled trolleys will return on weekends as a fun and convenient way to travel along the Seawall and downtown. The rubber...

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Mysticatz, A Friendly (& Haunted) Downtown Must-See

Mysticatz is located in the beautiful downtown historic district of Galveston; on the Strand between 20th and 21st Street. The shop carries...

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February Treasure at Rosenberg Library: Bettie Brown’s 1902 Transatlantic Voyage

During the month of March, Rosenberg Library will exhibit an assortment of travel souvenirs collected by Galveston resident Bettie Brown during her...

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Six Fun Ways To Tour Galveston

By DiscoverGalvestonTexas.com So you finally made it to the island and now you want to see it all. There are many fun...

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The Cool & Totally Fun “Views, Brews & ‘Tails” Tour

When on vacation, who doesn’t want to sip an ice-cold beer or cocktail while enjoying the views from a great patio? With...

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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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Turtles About Town: Social Distancing Exploring Art

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Exploring Hidden History Museums on the Island

By Rob Lucey To learn about Galveston’s colorful history, you can tour mansions, take guided walks or rides through the historic districts,...

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A Fun Tour by Kimber Fountain “Galveston’s Red Light District”

Every Wednesday-Saturday (7pm) From the author of the book comes a wonderful tour and a riveting journey through the forgotten parts of...

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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...

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Treasure of the Month: “The Galveston City Party”

April 2020 Treasure of the Month: During the early decades of the 20th century, several local political parties including the Popular Party,...

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The Most Excellent Music at Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe This Weekend

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe is a music venue that supports live, original music. It is located at 413 20th St., in Downtown Galveston. For...

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Things to Do in Galveston on a Rainy Day

By Leah Cast Galveston Island is a beautiful, historic beach destination known for its great weather all year round. But, if you’re...

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Galveston Art League Exhibits Special Art

The Galveston Art League Gallery is located at 2117A Postoffice St. in Galveston. For more info go to GalvestonArtLeague.com. The Galveston Art...

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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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Galveston Kindness Project: Intentionally Giving Through Kindness

By Rachel Delanoix A sunny burst of rainbow paint beams a bright welcome from the corner of 22nd and Postoffice St. The...

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Boots: Tour the Island’s Best and Most Authentic Places

Halloween Offerings If you’ve spent much of any time here, you’ve no doubt already heard your fair share of Galveston’s haunted history....

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Buildings: Architecture as Art, Galveston’s Finest Collection

By Kimber Fountain │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost Galveston is home to one of the finest collections of architecture in the United...

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Statues and Monuments, The Gleanings of Galveston

By Kimber Fountain │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost The history of recorded civilization on Galveston Island spans a mere two hundred years,...

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Mama Teresa’s Flying Pizza: Reborn on The Island

By Rob Lucey When Hurricane Ike wiped most of the structures off of Bolivar Peninsula in 2008, longtime dining destination Mama...

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Stuttgarden Coffee Haus is Open in Downtown Galveston

Stuttgarden’s new coffee house opens at 7:30am Monday-Friday and 8am Saturday and Sunday, and offers hand-crafted espresso drinks until the restaurant closes...