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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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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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Rosenberg Day March 25th: A Super Fun Time

Celebrating everything library on Rosenberg Day at Rosenberg Library on 2310 Sealy, downtown Galveston Saturday, March 25, 10am-4pm. This family-friendly festival is...

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Turtles About Town: Exploring Art Island Style

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2023 Spring Break: The Biggest & Best Ever

Galveston Island, dubbed the Playground of the Southwest, is one of the top spring break destinations for travelers looking for anything from...

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The Grand Presents “The Commodores”, March 10-11

For the first time ever, the world-renowned The Commodores will perform on stage at The Grand 1894 Opera House Friday -Saturday, March...

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Mardi Gras! Galveston: Just the Basics to All the Fun

Mardi Gras! Galveston is finally here! You still have time to schedule your events and get ready!

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“The 60th Anniversary Of The Romeros,” February 4

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents “The 60th Anniversary Of The Romeros”, February 4 The Romeros – the world’s first classical guitar...

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Galveston’s Museum Day Jan. 28th-29th

Start your new year off with a glimpse into Galveston Island’s storied past during Galveston Museum Day 2023. Many visitors to Galveston...

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Miracle Pop Up Bar at Daiquiri Time Out Through Dec. 29th

Miracle is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar that serves holiday cocktails in a festive setting. With kitschy holiday décor, professionally-developed cocktails and...

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“The Midtown Men – Holiday Hits” December 17

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents “The Midtown Men – Holiday Hits”, December 17 The holiday hits just keep coming to The...

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“The Gatlin Brothers – Country & Christmas”, November 26th

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents “The Gatlin Brothers – Country & Christmas”, November 26 Don’t miss this opportunity during the Thanksgiving...

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“A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage”, November 19th

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents “A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage”, November 19 One of the holiday season’s most popular...

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Dec. 2-3: Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol at The Grand

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, December 2-3 Don’t miss the opportunity during this holiday season to...

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ELISSA’s Seaport Social – Celebrating 145 Years of the Tall Ship of Texas

ELISSA’s Seaport Social – Celebrating 145 Years of the Tall Ship of Texas Celebrate ELISSA’s 145th Birthday at the Galveston Historic Seaport!...

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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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It’s Haunted & Spooky in Galveston

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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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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“Jazz At Lincoln Center With Wynton Marsalis” October 30

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents “Jazz At Lincoln Center With Wynton Marsalis”, October 30 The Grand 1894 Opera House is proud...

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A Unique Visit to a Downtown Shop: Mysticatz

Mysticatz is located at 2021 Strand #1, Downtown Galveston. For more info, appointments and more call 409/740-1565. Hours: Thursday thru Saturday: 11:15am – 6:00pm; Sunday: ...

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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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“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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“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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The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents The Doo Wop Project, February 5

The Grand 1894 Opera House proudly presents a musical journey unlike any other when THE DOO WOP PROJECT takes center stage at...

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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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“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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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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Fun Spooky & Historical October Events

Galveston Island’s history is legendary. Check out these events that delve into the history of our Island:

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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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The Official Blues Brothers Revue Nov. 26th-27th

The Grand’s 2021-2022 Season Continues With The Official Blues Brothers Revue – November 26-27 The Grand 1894 Opera House kicks off the...

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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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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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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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The Bandits Take Galveston at Third Coast Gallery

It was January, 2020 when Krystal Brown, Gary Frisk and Richie Vios got together for a Paint-Out. The Pandemic was just starting...

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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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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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$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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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...