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2.6KFamilyIceland, Festival of Lights & Holiday in the Gardens & More at Moody Gardens
Holiday in the Gardens Festivities Open Daily: November 23 – January 1 ICE LAND · Festival of Lights · Ice Skating Rink...
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It’s An Island Christmas Holiday, Ho Ho Ho!
Celebrate the holidays – island style on #galvestonisland! Check out these fun events…
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New Year’s Parties: Say Goodbye to 2024
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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Upcoming 5K’s: Runs, Walks & More
Galveston Island offers year-round 5K’s, Fun Runs, 10K’s, Half Marathons, Marathons Biking events and more. Check out these events on our Island:
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Dickens On The Strand Festival Celebrates Dec. 6th-8th
THE 51st ANNIVERSARY OF DICKENS ON THE STRAND RETURNS – DECEMBER 6-8, 2024 TICKETS For 51 years, Galveston Historical Foundation’s Dickens on...
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Holiday 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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At The Grand: Malevo Comes Alive On Stage
The Grand is located at 2020 Postoffice St. in downtown Galveston. For ticket prices and more information, call The Grand’s box office...
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99.9KGig GuideGalveston Island Live Music Guide
Live Music & Concerts on Galveston Island, Texas This Weekend!
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8.8KMore To DoHarbor Tours: Take Time to See Some Dolphins
There are three harbor excursions that allow you to learn about Galveston’s port and, more than likely, see a dolphin or two....
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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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First Timer’s Guide to the Galveston Railroad Museum by Sand ‘n Sea Properties
Looking for fun things to do with the whole family in Galveston, Texas? You don’t want to miss the Galveston Railroad Museum....
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21.6KFoodMy 5 Favorite Breakfasts on the Island
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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What to Do in #Galveston This Weekend
For more events in #galvestontx, go to GalvestonIslandGuide.com. Fun in the Sun & Sand in #galvestontx Galveston Island is home to some...
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The Most Excellent Music at Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe
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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15.7KBeachThings 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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7.8KBeachSix 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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Day-to-Day Calendar in #galveston
Welcome to GalvestonIslandGuide.com‘s Day to Day Big Calendar of fun & cool events and things to do in #galvestontx #galveston!
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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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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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8.6KBeachProject 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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35.4KBeachTree 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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Book Review: “Discovering the Nightingale” by Traci Borum
By Gini Rainey My first introduction to Traci Borum was over seven years ago! She had requested that I read and review...
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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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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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8.9KDowntownEvery 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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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 Events & Stuff to Do in #galveston
There’s nothing better than FREE and Galveston Island offers a ton of FREE things to do! For more events, check out GalvestonIslandGuide.com...
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Galveston Children’s Museum Summer Camps Still Have Openings
The Galveston Children’s Museum is an Island resource that attracts families and serves the community with fun for children in all areas...
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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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2.1KBeachTake 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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3.3KDowntownFun, 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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Rosenberg Library April Treasure: Murder and Mystery at Guzzi’s Store
During the late 19th century, Vincent Guzzi opened a grocery store at the northeast corner of Market and 8th Street in Galveston. ...
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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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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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9.0KFoodA 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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10.8KDowntownHendley 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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8.0KFood5 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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Sign Up for Summer Camps NOW At Sea Star Base Galveston
At its strategic perch overlooking Offatts Bayou, Sea Star Base Galveston (SSBG) resembles a five-star hotel beckoning guests to stop in. But...
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Dolphins, Dolphins Everywhere
By Rachel Delanoix “Every time I see a dolphin I get excited,” says Marlo Landreth, “I point and scream, it could be...
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Horseback Riding Along the Texas Gulf Coast
Mark a Bucket Item Off Your List: Ride a Horse on the Beach You can mark “Take a horseback ride along the...
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23.5KBeachMurdochs: 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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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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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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Hamilton Loomis: It’s “Everything I’ve Ever Wanted”
“It’s “Everything I’ve Ever Wanted,” All the Way Down Deep in My Soul: The Energetic & Rockin’ Hamilton Loomis Galveston Native Hamilton...
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December Treasure of the Month: “Goldilocks and the Three Bears” Diorama
This month, Rosenberg Library will exhibit a historic diorama which was originally created for the library’s children’s department in the early 1940s. ...
