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Oktoberfest: October 25th-27th

This year’s festival kicks off Friday evening, October 25th from 5-10pm, and continues Saturday, October 26th from 11am-10pm. Galveston’s premier fall festival,...

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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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Galveston Shrimp Festival: A Seafood Lover’s Paradise Sept. 27th-28th

Two full days of shrimp, music, friends, and fun begins on Friday, September 27th and runs through Saturday, September 28th. Event activities...

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Galveston Fun Maps

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Bars

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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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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Free Things to Do

FREE Events & Stuff to Do

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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Concerts

FREE Movie: “Tommy Boy” at Saengerfest Park Downtown

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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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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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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Artists, Galleries & Museums

Sept. 22nd: The Last Free Fun Family Beach Competition

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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Keep Cool at Bryan Museum’s Fun Events

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

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Concerts

Sept. 15th: Paul Anka in Concert at The Grand

The Grand 1894 Opera House is located at 2020 Postoffice St. in Galveston’s Historic Downtown Cultural Arts District. Tickets are available by...

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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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Artist Boat: Come Explore the Blue Waters

Artist Boat is a non-profit organization providing hands-on, minds-on, and feet-in experiential learning for people of all ages through Eco-Art Programs that...

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More To Do

5K’s, Half & Full Marathons plus Bike Rides

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....

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FREE Days 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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Festivals: From Beer to Art, There’s Ton of Fun

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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Halloween

Special Discount Days in September at 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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FREE! September 14th: Family Day 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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More To Do

Mother, Singer, Songwriter: Heather Little

Heather Little: Living A Real Life By Johnny Griffith Life is simultaneously many things at once: messy, beautiful, challenging, spontaneous, surprising. The...

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Island ETC Theatre: Now on Stage

ETC is located at 2317 Mechanic St. in Downtown Galveston. For further info, visit islandetc.org or call the theatre box office at...

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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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Beach Volleyball – Wrapping Up The Summer

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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All 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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Celebrate the End of Summer Island Style

Labor Day Weekend is the official end of summer and there is no better way to celebrate than at #galveston ‘s beautiful...

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Galveston Island Live Music Guide

Live Music & Concerts on Galveston Island, Texas This Weekend

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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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Beer, Music & Thrills: Labor Day Fun

Designate a sober driver, but if you’re unable to find someone who’s willing to be a designated driver, check out the...

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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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Concerts

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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Ghost Bus Tours: A Unique Galveston Experience

Use discount code ISLE20! Join a fun and totally cool tour with Galveston Ghost Tours! Several different tours are available… Walking Historic...

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Tours & History Explorations This Month

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

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Galveston Island Brewing: Free Brewery Tours Every Saturday

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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Beach, 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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Artists, Galleries & Museums

Discount Days & Penguin Encounters at Moody Gardens

Daily (2pm): Colonel Paddlewheel Boat – Live the high-life on an hour-long cruise aboard a replica of an 1800s paddlewheel boat. Dinner...

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On Exhibit: Erin Curtis’ “Night and Day:” Galveston Arts Center

Continuing through October 6th is “Exchange Rate” featuring work by Corey Ackelmire, Mike Beradino, Rene Cruz, Kevin Curry, Kathy Hall, Mary Jeys,...

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Free Things to Do

Beaches: 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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Tours & Dolphins with GHF and Texas Seaport Museum

Other Galveston Historical Foundation events are:

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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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Bands

Jason Crabtree: Trading Pine Trees For an Island Breeze

For more events, go to By Johnny Griffith Jason Crabtree grew up running around the hills and hollers of East Texas. It...

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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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