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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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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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Christmas

Salvation Army Angel Tree Registration Begins

Angel Tree registration for Galveston County families seeking Christmas assistance for their children 12 and younger be in Galveston at the Center...

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Christmas

Moody Gardens Offers Safe and Joyful Celebration at Holiday in the Gardens

MOODY GARDENS OFFERS SAFE AND JOYFUL CELEBRATION AT HOLIDAY IN THE GARDENS In a year that has been anything but traditional, guests...

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ArtWalk

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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Upcoming 5K’s: Runs, Walks & More

For more events, check out the entire… Galveston Island offers year-round 5K’s, Fun Runs, 10K’s, Half Marathons, Marathons Biking events and more....

Food

Let’s Party! Cooking Classes 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...

Galveston Children’s Museum Reopens

We told you to stay away – now it’s time to play! We are thrilled to invite you back to explore and...

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Galveston Island Live Music Guide

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

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Rosenberg Library: Super Fall 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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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 This Fall

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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Find your Perfect Spot at Galveston Island This Weekend

AlbatrossBar – 815 21st St.,Galveston – 409-765-5778 Galveston’s 32 miles of beaches are wide open and a great way to beat the...

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There’s Plenty of Personal Space on Galveston Island Beaches

Click for Events & Things To on the Beach! By Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau Can’t wait to feel the wind...

“Watching Paint Dry” by Will Henry on Exhibit at Galveston Arts Center

Galveston Arts Center (GAC) currently has three solo exhibitions on view by Will Henry, Katy Heinlein, and Xochi Solis. The galleries are...

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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...

Artist Boat: Kayak Tours & Beautify the Bucket Deadline Extended

NEW CONTACT INFO! Artist Boat has new contact info: Mailing address: P.O Box 16019, Galveston, TX 77552 Physical location: 13330 Settegast Road,...

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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Beaches: Events 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...

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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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It’s Time for the Beach, Beach Baby

Updated: April 30, 2020: The state has issued a directive opening all Texas beaches beginning Friday, May 1 with social distancing recommendations....

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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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Bryan Museum: Safe & Fun COVID-19 Activities

The Bryan Museum is located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home at 1315 21st St. in Galveston. Tours are given (no reservations...

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...

GHF Continues Cool Virtual Events

Although Galveston Historical Foundation won’t be holding its annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour this year, the foundation isn’t leaving its annual celebration...

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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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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...

“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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What’s Open in Galveston?

Frequently Asked Questions Wondering what is open and what the rules are in #galveston these days? Here are some answers to the...

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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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Food

New This Week at GOFM To-Go Now

GOFM has a responsibility to do all we can to support our vendors AND public health. During this time of essential self-isolation,...

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Music

Concerts & Music Events Island Style

For more concerts, click Galveston Island Guide’s… Galveston hosts a ton of concerts from the small intimate settings in bars and...

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Online Learning Resources Plentiful in Galveston

By Mary Beth Bassett is the public relations coordinator for the Galveston Island Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Park Board of Trustees....

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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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Locals' Favorites

The Sound Bar: Karaoke 7 Nights a Week

By Terry Card How is it possible to stay in business in Galveston with so many bars and restaurants? It...

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Family Fun 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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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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