All posts tagged "Downtown"

2021 Galveston Restaurant Week Takes Place Feb. 1st-28th

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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Rosenberg Library: Super Winter FUN Events

Rosenberg Library is located Downtown at 2310 Sealy St., Downtown Galveston. For more info call (409)763-8854 or go to rosenberg-library.org. All events...

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Foodie Events: Yum Yum Yum!

Galveston is a food lover’s paradise with an elaborate selection of cuisine types to cooking classes to the wonderful Farmer’s Market. Check...

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“Early Galveston Artists and Photographers” Book Release March 8th

We are excited to announce the release of Early Galveston Artists and Photographers: Recovering a Legacy by Pat Jakobi coming out on...

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The Exquisite Exhibit of “Boy Life in America” by Stephen Wilson on Exhibit at Galveston Arts Center

Galveston Arts Center remains committed to providing a safe and welcoming space for all visitors by implementing the following health precautions: Social...

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Galveston Island Humane Society to Host “Steps for Pets” Fundraiser April 10th

Following a year of canceled events and activities, the Galveston Island Humane Society (GIHS) is sponsoring a special new Spring event “STEPS...

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Turtles About Town: Social Distancing Exploring Art

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“Galveston Guide” – Download the new FREE, Totally Cool App!

Bored? Looking for something to do? Download the FREE, totally cool new App “Galveston Guide”! “Galveston Guide” is a FREE events app...

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Experience a Virtual ArtWalk this Fall

For over 25 years, the Galveston Arts Center has organized ArtWalk on eight Saturday evenings each year in the heart of Galveston’s...

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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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Visiting Galveston: COVID-19 Updates & Info

Updated December 22nd The health, safety, well-being and enjoyment of Galveston’s visitors and residents is our top priority. The State of Texas...

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Fine Arts

Explore Your Creativity with a Workshop

Discover your inner artist by taking a fun class on the island! These are for all ages and all experience levels!

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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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Featured

Galveston Island Live Music Guide

Live Music & Concerts on Galveston Island, Texas This Weekend!

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A Stunning View of Heaven on Earth: A View of The Gulf, The Downtown, The Bay Side of Galveston

By Sissie Coomes When you are at the beach, you either want to be in the sun, shaded under awnings and patios...

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Galveston Artist Residency Introduces the 2020-2021 Artists in Residence

The Galveston Artist Residency is excited to introduce our 2020-2021 Artists in Residence: Ian Gerson Everest Pipkin Katelyn Turner Ian Gerson is...

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Festivals

Fun Festivals This Fall 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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History

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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GIHS Seeking Homemade Recipes For Dog And Cat Treats

BONE appetit! Calling all pet-treat bakers and makers. We need YOUR healthy dog and/or cat treat recipes for an upcoming feature in...

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More To Do

Galveston Women’s Conference rescheduled for Oct. 8th

The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce has rescheduled the 13th Annual Galveston Women’s Conference to October 8th, 2020, as a part of...

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More To Do

Free AMAZING Online Resources at Rosenberg Library

With over 120 distinct resources to choose from, we have something that’s sure to interest you! Do you need live, online tutoring...

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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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Color Galveston: FREE Coloring Pages

By Mary Beth Bassett For the past several years, the Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau has focused on things to...

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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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At The Grand: Remaining 2020 Season Cancelled

The Grand 1894 Opera House is located at 2020 Postoffice St. in Galveston’s Historic Downtown Cultural Arts District. The remaining 2020 has...

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

Getting around on the island is easier than ever these days, and what better way to do so than to ride one...

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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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Book Lovers Events: Signings, Author Meet Ups & More

From book signings to Meet & Greet’s, Galveston offers every Book Lover a lot of fun things to do. Check out...

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Ready, Set, Read!

By Gini Rainey I don’t know about the rest of the world, but 2019 proved to be very challenging for me...

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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 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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5 Breweries to Visit if You’re Spending Time in Galveston

Warm weather is creeping in and it’s time to set sights on the next big vacation—spring break! Whether you’re a Texas native...

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Galveston Locals’ Favorite Restaurants

By Sissie Coomes Locals’ favorites! Rambling around the island you are sure to find a plethora of restaurants, bars and local hang outs but these three...

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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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My 5 Favorite Breakfasts

By Kimber Fountain Nothing beats a great breakfast, and not just to start your morning. The most versatile of mealtimes is delicious...

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Dive Into A Mexican Breakfast: A Few Places You’ve Probably Never Heard About

By Sissie Coomes Ahh, breakfast, our favorite meal of the day. Something about it brings a sense of satisfaction and a great...

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Pizza Galore on Galveston Island

Pizza is Our Favorite Food Group, No Really! Pizza. The one food that basically everyone on earth can agree is simply the...

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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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Saltwater Grill: The Heart of a City, The Charm of an Island

By Kimber Fountain, Photos by Christa Schreckengost A very distinct level of sophistication is required to exude limitless elegance without careening down...

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Outdoors

5 Things To Do On Galveston Island Without Hitting The Beach

Galveston Island is a beautiful, historic beach destination known for its great weather all year round. But, if you’re not a sand-between-your-toes...

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