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All posts tagged "Galveston"
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878DowntownIt’s Haunted & Spooky in Galveston
Galveston Island’s ghostly history makes it one of the top destinations in the country for spooky travel, from a haunted historic hotel to...
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37Family“Art Of Paws” Brunch Honoring Maureen Mccutchen, September 25th
Galveston Island Humane Society Hosts “Art Of Paws” Brunch Honoring Maureen Mccutchen, September 25th The Galveston Island Humane Society (GIHS) is hosting...
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34DowntownARToberFEST Celebrate 25 Years October 15-16
Come Celebrate 25 Years Of Dynamic Arts In Galveston October 15-16, 2022 ARToberFEST Galveston, produced by The Grand 1894 Opera House, will...
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223DowntownOktoberfest Comes to Downtown Galveston Oct. 21st-22nd
Galveston’s Premier Fall Festival – 40th Annual Island Oktoberfest – Set For October 21st-22nd Galveston’s premier fall festival – the 40th Annual...
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3.3KDowntownDowntown Galveston: Fun on The Strand & Postoffice District
Downtown Galveston hosts several unique areas to explore: The Stand, Harborside, Postoffice District, and a bunch more. Check out these events going...
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27More To Do“R.E.S.P.E.C.T – The Ultimate Aretha Experience” October 23rd
“R.E.S.P.E.C.T – The Ultimate Aretha Experience” At The Grand 1894 Opera House, October 23 For the first time ever, R.E.S.P.E.C.T. – The...
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38Downtown“Neil Berg’s 50 Years Of Rock And Roll” Returns To The Grand
“Neil Berg’s 50 Years Of Rock And Roll” Returns To The Grand 1894 Opera House, October 1 Returning to The Grand 1894...
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26Downtown“Jazz At Lincoln Center With Wynton Marsalis” October 30
The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents “Jazz At Lincoln Center With Wynton Marsalis”, October 30 The Grand 1894 Opera House is proud...
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40DowntownA Unique Visit to a Downtown Shop: Mysticatz
Mysticatz is located at 2021 Strand #1, Downtown Galveston. For more info, appointments and more call 409/740-1565. Hours: Thursday thru Saturday: 11:15am – 6:00pm; Sunday: ...
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520DowntownFREE Movies & Music at Saengerfest Park This Weekend
Saengerfest Park, located in the heart of Downtown Galveston, is a great place to find free family-friendly fun as the days (slowly)...
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333FamilyMovies on the Beach Closes Summer
FREE Movies on the Beach, presented by the Galveston Park Board, make their debut May 14 and will run through the season...
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202Downtown“The Polar Express” at Galveston Railroad Museum Tickets Now on Sale
Visit the Galveston Railroad Museum to learn the history of the golden age of rail and experience the excitement of bygone...
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792DowntownAt GAC: “x J.ESC Assimilation Apparel” by Juan Carlos Escobedo
Galveston Arts Center is located at 2127 Strand, Downtown Galveston, TX 77550 P: 409.763.2403 – Admission is always free. Open Wednesday –...
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420Downtown2022 Galveston Fall Festivals feature Shrimp, Ghosts, & Greeks
The fall season brings what many consider to be the best weather of the year on Galveston Island, and with great weather...
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78FamilyGalveston Island State Park – Beachside Now Open
After several year’s of work, renovations on the beachside of Galveston Island State Park are finished and the park is open to...
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593Locals' FavoritesNew 2022-23 Season Kicks Off at The Grand 1894 Opera House
The Grand 1894 Opera House is the premier performing arts theatre in the Gulf Coast region and the official Opera House...
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709More To DoDay-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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3.2KDowntownSix 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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280More To DoBook Review: “Torpedoes On The Beach: Boyhood Adventures in Galveston in the Midst of World WarII” by Louis James Frey
By Gini Rainey Let me begin by saying that while there actually was a torpedo discovered on the Galveston beach in...
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3.8KDowntownGalveston 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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81.7KGig GuideGalveston Island Live Music Guide
Live Music & Concerts on Galveston Island, Texas This Weekend!
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12.1KFree Things to DoIt’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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11.9KDowntownThings 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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2.7KDowntownTurtles About Town: Social Distancing Exploring Art
Use ctrl + scroll to zoom the map Map Data Map data ©2020 Google, INEGI ” /> Map DataMap data...
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50.5KFree Things to DoWhere to Fish All Over Galveston Island, Texas
By Rob Lucey With the smell of saltwater in your nostrils, it’s easy to succumb to the siren call to wet a...
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6.4KFine ArtsProject 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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1.7KDowntown
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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43.1KFree Things to Do
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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830More To DoGalveston Yearly Festivals: 2022 Announced
2022 Upcoming Festivals Sunny days and mild nights make Galveston Island the perfect place to enjoy festivals year-round. Many festivals celebrate art,...
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28.5KDowntownTree 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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4.3KMore 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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451More To DoBook 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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1.2KDowntownOutdoor 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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1.1KDowntownGalveston Artist Residency: The 2021-2022 Artists in Residence Announced
The Galveston Artist Residency is excited to introduce our 2021-2022 Artists in Residence: Manuel Alejandro Rodríguez-Delgado Jean Shon Andrew Wilson Manuel Alejandro...
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441DowntownThe 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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520ChristmasThe 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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6.3KDowntownEvery 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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2.7KFree Things to Do
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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3.0KFamilyGalveston 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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606DowntownIrene Antonia Diane Reece: Opening June 5th at Galveston Arts Center
On view June 5 – August 22, 2021 in the 1878 & Brown Foundation Gallery Irene Antonia Diane Reece: Opening June...
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3.5KDowntownRosenberg 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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647DowntownJune 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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524FamilyTake 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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1.9KDowntownFun, 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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636HistoryRosenberg 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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540DowntownMarch Treasure at Rosenberg Library: Maria C. Kimball
In honor of Women’s History Month this March, Rosenberg Library will celebrate the legacy of Galveston artist Maria Cage Kimball. Kimball is...
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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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6.7KLocals' FavoritesGalveston Children’s Museum: Dreaming Becomes a Reality In Many Ways
By Terry Card, Photos by Gina Hickman Brother and sister, seven and five years old respectively, shyly entered the big room holding...
