Galveston Island Guide
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1.4KArtists, Galleries & MuseumsBryan Museum: June 29th, Hands-On History Festival
At Bryan Museum: Texas-Themed Quilts, Wine & History Festival At The Bryan The Bryan Museum is located in the historic Galveston Orphans...
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134Artists, Galleries & MuseumsA Show For The Whole Family, Including Your Cat: Galveston Arts Center
#catbuttparfait #catbutt #galvestonartscenter #art #artshow #installation Posted by Brian Keith Jones on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Have you ever cleaned up one...
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549FamilyJune 22nd: FREE Movie Shown on the Sails of Elissa, “Finest Hour”
June 22nd, July 13th, 27th, August 10th, 24th (9am) – Marine Biology Tour provides participants with a hands-on opportunity to observe dolphins...
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998ConcertsGalveston Beach Band: FREE Family Fun Every Tuesday
The Galveston Beach Band, founded by Frank Incaprera father, has been providing concerts for over 90 years. Frank, the band leader, has...
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12DowntownTurles About Town: Explore Art All Over the Island
Who doesn’t like turtles? Now, turtle lovers of all ages have the opportunity to see nearly 20 colorful Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle statues...
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219ConcertsJuly 6th: FREE Movie, “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” 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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973BooksFREE: Cool Fun This Summer at Rosenberg Library
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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81FamilyFree Sandcastle Building Lessons Every Saturday
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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180FamilyArtist Boat: FREE Bucket Brigade & Kayak Tours
Bucket Brigade: FREE Interpretive Beach Tours Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tours are FREE for the public, last approximately 45 minutes, and are...
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3.7KConcertsJune 28th: Jeanne Robertson on Stage at The Grand
Jeanne Robertson: Rocking Humor Tour Friday, June 28th (8pm) and Saturday, June 29th (4pm) At 75 years young, Jeanne Robertson continues to...
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1.7KDowntownJune 22nd: Harbors Over Highways 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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170FoodJune: Summer Cooking Classes & Summer Camps at Kitchen Chick
Kids Summer Cooking Camps At The Kitchen Chick This Month The Kitchen Chick, Downtown Galveston’s charming boutique kitchen shop, offers specialty gourmet...
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225DowntownA 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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83DowntownSign Up Now: GAC Summer Clay Camps with Pat Johnson
Award-winning figurative ceramicist Pat Johnson is returning to Galveston for the fourth summer in a row to teach clay camps at Galveston...
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5 New Reasons to Visit Galveston Island
Schlitterbahn’s New 8-Story Water Slide, Babe’s Beach Expansion Among Reasons to Head to Galveston This Summer You don’t need a real reason to head...
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126FamilyJuly 21st, 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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180FamilySummer 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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1.7KFamilySummer Camps 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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112FamilySchlitterbahn Waterparks Celebrates Summer Fun
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston features the most exciting collection of water rides in Texas. Your family will be thrilled by the large collection...
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2.2KFestivalsGalveston 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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73.2KFeaturedGalveston Island Live Music Guide
Live Music & Concerts on Galveston Island, Texas This Weekend
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35.9KFree 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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972DowntownFREE! July 13th: “Rigs to Reefs” 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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7.0KOutdoorsBiking: Nothing Compares to Riding a Bike
By Elizabeth Rogers │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost Riding a bicycle brings you closer to your surroundings, closer to life, and closer...
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204BooksGalveston Book Signings: June 15th, “Bad Moon Rising: A Parker McLeod Thriller”
Saturday, June 8th, 3-5pm: “Deco Dames, Demon Rum, and Death: A Jazz Age Mystery” by Ellen Mansoor Collier Galveston Bookshop will host...
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15FamilyHouston Children’s Chorus Is Now Registering
Houston’s premiere auditioned chorus for children will hold its 26th annual “Summer Music Funshop” in Galveston this coming July 22nd-28th. This is...
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13DowntownJuly 27th: ANOMALY: The Magic of Robby Bennett and Other Curiosities
As seen on ABC’s “Good Morning America,” “ESPN SPORTSCENTER,” and “Inside Edition,” The Magic of Robby Bennett presents a spectacle that combines...
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164Downtown“Mamma Mia!” Opens in July Island ETC Theatre
The 17th season for Island ETC gets under way on July 5th with their production of the smash Broadway musical “Mamma Mia!”...
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68Free Things to DoBucket Brigade: FREE Interpretive Beach Tours
Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tours are free for the public, last approximately 45 minutes, and are offered at Stewart Beach in Galveston....
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188DowntownJune 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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160Artists, Galleries & MuseumsFrom the HeART: ArtTALK & ArtWalk This Month
From the HeArt is located at 2111 Postoffice St., in Downtown Galveston. From the HeART Gallery (FTHG) has a ton of fun...
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309Artists, Galleries & MuseumsGalveston Art League Exhibits “Nature Stars”
The Galveston Art League’s featured artist for June is Kimvak Jen. Her artwork, along with dozens of pieces by other Galveston Art...
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215Artists, Galleries & MuseumsG. Lee Gallery: Kelly Halbach’s Wearables Trunk Show
G.Lee Gallery is located at 2217 Strand, Suite 107-B in Downtown Galveston. For more info call (409)370-7350 or go to gleegallery.net. Lee...
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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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100FamilyPalm Beach Now Open 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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304Gig GuideTake Dad to the Pier for Father’s Day
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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1.4KMore To DoBeach Volleyball – 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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1.9KFamilyBeachcombing, Hikes & More 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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4.0KFeaturedBeach, 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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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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176DowntownJune 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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3.8KDowntown$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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542FamilyMoody Gardens: Bands on the Sand & Fireworks This Weekend
Moody Gardens is located at 1 Hope Blvd. in Galveston. For more info or tickets go to moodygardens.com. Palm Beach reopens on...
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43FamilyNew Eight Story Space Theme Ride To Open At Schlitterbahn
Schlitterbahn Galveston Island is adding a new multi-million dollar set of slides that are the first of its kind – they are...
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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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2.2KFamilyTours & Camps at Galveston Naval Museum
There’s a lot going on at the Galveston Naval Museum this month. When you visit the Galveston Naval Museum, you will be...
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7.5KGalveston State ParkCamping 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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2.4KFoodGalveston’s Own Farmers Market: June 9th, Bike Safety & Fun
Every Thursday 3-6pm and Sunday 9am-12 noon (note new summer hours), Galveston’s Own Farmers Market is held at The Bryan Museum Gardens,...
