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171BooksGalveston Book Signings: May 18th, “Texas Entertainers: Lone Stars in Profile”
Saturday, May 18th (2-4pm): “Texas Entertainers: Lone Stars in Profile” by Bartee Haile Galveston Bookshop will host a book signing with returning...
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73.0KFeaturedGalveston Island Live Music Guide
Live Music & Concerts on Galveston Island, Texas This Weekend
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144DowntownA 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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1.8KFamilyTurtle Patrol and Hikes at Galveston State Park in May
Galveston Island State Park is located on the west end of the island at 14901 FM 3005, Galveston. For more info call...
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62FestivalsMay 17th-18th: Beach Revue To Celebrate Vintage History
Galveston’s vintage past meets present-day fun for the Eleventh Annual Galveston Island Beach Revue. Presented by Hotel Galvez & Spa® and held...
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35.7KFree Things to DoBeaches: From East to West, A Tour of Galveston’s Sandy Shores
By Kimber Fountain │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost The 32-mile long barrier island known as Galveston is believed to be over 5,000...
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3.6KConcertsSummer at The Grand: Kinky Boots, Jeanne Robertson, Robert Earl King & More
“Kinky Boots” Thursday, June 13th (8pm) “Kinky Boots” is the winner of every major Best Musical award, including the Tony®, the Grammy®...
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3.9KFeaturedBeach, Beach Baby: Free to Full Service
It’s Time for Sand Between Your Toes Finding the perfect spot on the beach is sometimes a challenging thing. You have to...
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928BooksMay Fun at Rosenberg Library: Build a Sabor!
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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39FamilyFree Sandcastle Building Lessons Begins June 1st
Attention budding builders – sandcastle builders, that is. Starting June 1st, 8am-4pm, Galveston will host a free family-friendly event to help beachgoers...
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7.4KFamilyCamping Island Style: Galveston Fun
By Rob Lucey More than 40 million Americans go camping in the United States each year. While campers still hope to...
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126DowntownWeekends Through May 25th: “The Lone Star Love Potion” on Stage
Island ETC presents Texas-based humor with their production of “The Lone Star Love Potion” by Michael Parker, opening May 10th and running...
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3.6KFoodA 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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3.7KDowntown$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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129FamilyArtist Boat: Oceans Day, Kayak Tours & More
Artist Boat’s purpose is protecting our Gulf Coast through land conservation and with fun, educational, inspiring adventures that spark creativity, awareness, and...
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47FamilyMay 18th: Palm Beach Opens with Bands on the Sand and Fireworks
School is winding down and the summer fun is heating up at Moody Gardens. Moody Gardens is located at 1 Hope Blvd....
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83FamilyMay 19th, Free Fun Family Beach Competitions
Family fun is taking on a new meaning this spring and summer at Stewart Beach, located at 6th Street and Seawall Blvd.,...
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149DowntownMay Foodie Events: Lunch with the Famous Mr. Bobby
Every Thursday (11am): A Little History and Lunch with Bobby at Hotel Galvez – Take a Hotel Galvez History Tour with guest...
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171ConcertsJune 1st: “Willie Wonka & The Chocolate Factory” at Saengerfest Park
With beautiful weather and longer days, families are spending more and more time outdoors. Saengerfest Park, located in the heart of Downtown...
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1.6KDowntownMay 18th: Los Mighty Hooks at Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe
Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe is a music venue that supports live, original music and is located at 413 20th St., in Downtown...
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243EasterMusic, Memories & Memorial Day on Pleasure Pier
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, located at 2501 Seawall Blvd., features family-oriented attractions including rides, midway games, food venues, and retail shops....
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49FamilyGood Causes: May 17th, “I Have a Dream” Youth Art Show
May 17th (7-9pm): The “I Have A Dream” Youth Art Show and Silent Auction – This will be held at Galveston Urban...
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3.7KMore To Do5K’s, Half & Full Marathons plus Bike Rides
August 17th: Galveston Sand Crab 5K, 10K, and Kid’s Beach Mile – Start and finish at East Beach in Apffel Park. Run...
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1.3KMore To DoBeach Volleyball May 18th – Everyone’s Welcome!
The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association (GCVA) is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast and has been rated the #1...
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1.3KArtists, Galleries & MuseumsBryan Museum: Sign Up for Summer Camps
The Bryan Museum is located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home at 1315 21st St. Set in an exquisite Renaissance Revival-style building...
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932DowntownFREE! May 11th: “The Cycle Rocks” at Oil Rig Museum
On the second Saturday of every month, 10am-3pm, the Ocean Star celebrates Family Day. Each Family Day focuses on a different theme...
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48Hotel GalvezJune 8th: Hotel Galvez Annual Wedding Vow Renewal
Couples are invited to renew their vows at the only historic beachfront hotel on the Texas Gulf Coast. Since its Centennial Anniversary...
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42DowntownTexas Scuba Adventures Opens Downtown
Texas Scuba Adventures is new in town and opened Wednesday, April 17th, 2019 in their new location in Downtown Galveston. Located at...
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1.6KFamilyNew 3D & 4D Movies at Moody Gardens
Moody Gardens hosts a variety of movies for the whole family to enjoy in both 3D and 4D formats. Moody Gardens is...
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51FamilyFREE: Schlitterbahn Waterparks Celebrates American Heroes
Members of the Military, Police, Firefighters & EMTs are admitted FREE during this special week to all Schlitterbahn Waterparks! Monday, May 27,...
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142FamilySummer Camp Registration Begins at Galveston Children’s Museum
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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1.6KFamilyDiscounted Summer Camp Registration Begins 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....
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505EasterMay: Exclusive Bishop’s Palace Tours This Month
Bishop’s Palace Tours The Bishop’s Palace (a.k.a. Gresham House) is a contributing building in the East End District and a National Historic...
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50FamilyEco-Art Summer Camps Sign-Ups Underway
Artist Boat is a regional leader in eco-art to inspire people to conserve our Gulf Coast. Art meets science in Artist Boat’s...
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38DowntownStuttgarden 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...
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2.1KFestivalsGalveston Island Brewing: Music Beer, A Perfect Pairing
Galveston Island Brewery (GIB) is a local brewery featuring an on-site taproom showcasing classic beer styles from around the world. The tap...
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98Artists, Galleries & Museums“Standard Tan” On Exhibit: Galveston Arts Center Plus Classes
Galveston Arts Center presents a solo exhibition by Austin-based artist Brad Tucker. Tucker’s exhibition, “Standard Tan,” includes a collection of wood, fabric,...
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269Artists, Galleries & MuseumsGalveston Art League Exhibits Entries in Contest May 2nd-26th
From May 2nd-26th, the Galveston Art League Gallery, 2117A Postoffice St. in Galveston, will exhibit artworks that were accepted into its Spring...
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169Artists, Galleries & MuseumsG. Lee Gallery: Kelly Halbach’s Wearables Trunk Show
At G. Lee Gallery This Month: Trunk Show – Kelly Halbach’s Wearable Paintings The striking, colorful wraps and scarves of artist Kelly...
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134FoodMay: Spring Cooking Classes & Summer Camps at Kitchen Chick
The Kitchen Chick, Downtown Galveston’s charming boutique kitchen shop, offers specialty gourmet kitchen wares and accessories, plus a full schedule of enticing...
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2.3KFoodGalveston’s Own Farmers Market May 2nd & 5th
Springtime Is Coming To The Market Every Thursday 3-7pm and Sunday 8am-1pm, Galveston’s Own Farmers Market is held at The Bryan Museum...
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498FamilyMoody Gardens: From Paddleboat Rides to Penguin Encounters
There’s Fun for the Entire Family! Daily (2pm): Colonel Paddlewheel Boat – Live the high-life on an hour-long cruise aboard a replica...
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91Artists, Galleries & MuseumsCeramic Studio Classes Every Thursday at GAC
Galveston Arts Center, located at 2127 Strand St., in Downtown Galveston is offereing Ceramics Studio workshops, 6-8pm, every Thursday. Learn hand-building techniques in pottery,...
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129DowntownJune 8th: KiFest Kids International Festival
June 8th (1-5pm): KiFest Kids International Festival – The Kids International Festival is a family-oriented event that provides a place to gather...
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82FamilyGet a Bird’s-Eye View of Galveston Island 2 Ways
Although strolling along the Seawall and lounging on a sandy beach are some of the best ways to enjoy Galveston’s coastal charm,...
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116FamilyGive Back This Spring as Lemonade Day Preparations Begin
Lemonade Day 2019 Preparations Begin May 4th (all day): Lemonade Day will take place and with that in mind, it’s time to...
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478DowntownAll Aboard the ‘Harborside Express” Every Saturday at Galveston Railroad Museum
Galveston Train Rides Every Saturday! Every Saturday, weather permitting, Galveston Railroad Museum, located at 2602 Sante Fe Place, Downtown Galveston, offers train...
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1.9KBandsDebbie “Kepi” Boyd: Music is a Gift that Touches Everyone
Do you love to sing? Well, Debbie “Kepi” Boyd, aka “Galveston’s Karaoke Queen” is soon to be your new best friend!...
