Galveston – Galveston Island Guide

2025 Juneteenth Celebrations Island Style Begin

When you head to Galveston this summer, you’ll be coming home to where it all began as the island hosts festivities to...

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Moody Gardens Palm Beach Beats on the Beach Continues

Make It a Weekend Getaway! Moody Gardens Hotel Summer Sale Now–Sept 30 | Rates from $166 Get 25% off with code SUMMER25—plus, get free Palm...

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Strand Summer Series: Free Movie – Soul – June 14

FREE MOVIE AND MUSIC NIGHTS ALL SUMMER LONG IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN GALVESTON Galveston Historical Foundation invites you to enjoy historic downtown Galveston...

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Artist Boat Summer Eco-Art Camps Still Have Openings

Explore, Observe, and Create in the Artist Boat Eco-Art Camp Sessions! Artist Boat Eco-Art Campers will experience true science and art enrichment...

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Food

Galveston Island Wine Festival Aug. 29th-31st

Join the fun at an exquisite Labor Day Weekend of wine filled with wildlife, and culinary delights! Experience the Galveston Island Wine...

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Gig Guide

Galveston Island Live Music Guide

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

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FREE Sandcastle Building Lessons Begin May 24th

Attention sandcastle builders! Galveston is hosting a free, family-friendly event to help beachgoers create spectacular sandcastles with guidance from a pro. Visitors...

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Free Things To Do Island Style

There are lots of things to do that do not cost a thing on Galveston Island. Here are a few of the...

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“I am, He Said -Celebrating Neil Diamond”

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents “I am, He Said -Celebrating Neil Diamond” April 12 The Grand 1894 Opera House proudly welcomes...

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Smarty Pants Trivia Held on Second Thursday of each month

Think you’re the know-it-all of Galveston? Come flex those brain muscles and join us for a series of trivia nights supporting Galveston...

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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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At The Grand: Spring Celebrates with Concerts & More

The Grand is located at 2020 Postoffice St. in downtown Galveston. For ticket prices and more information, call The Grand’s box office...

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Family

Fairy Tale Ball Coming Up at the Galveston Children’s Museum

Galveston Children’s Museum is located at 2618 Broadway St., Galveston TX, (409)572-2544, galvestoncm.org. Calling all Heroes to Superhero City! Join us on...

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Upcoming 5K’s: Runs, Walks & More

Galveston Island offers year-round 5K’s, Fun Runs, 10K’s, Half Marathons, Marathons Biking events and more. Check out these events on our Island:

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Railfest to be held April 26th-27th

Collectors and enthusiasts showing off their model train sets that will be weaving in and out of the train depot, continuing onto...

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Harbor 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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First Timer’s Guide to the Galveston Railroad Museum by Sand ‘n Sea Properties

Looking for fun things to do with the whole family in Galveston, Texas? You don’t want to miss the Galveston Railroad Museum....

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Food

My 5 Favorite Breakfasts on the Island

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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What to Do in #Galveston This Weekend

For more events in #galvestontx, go to GalvestonIslandGuide.com. Fun in the Sun & Sand in #galvestontx Galveston Island is home to some...

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Things 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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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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Day-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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Turtles About Town: Exploring Art Island Style

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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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A 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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Galveston 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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Where 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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Project 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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It’s Time for the Beach, Beach Baby

It’s Time Again for Sand Between Your Toes Finding the perfect spot on the beach is sometimes a challenging thing. You have...

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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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Book 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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Outdoor 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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The 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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The 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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Every 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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Free 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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Family

Galveston 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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Rosenberg 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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June 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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Take 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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Fun, 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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History

Rosenberg 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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March 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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Locals' Favorites

Galveston 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...

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Mysticatz, A Friendly (& Haunted) Downtown Must-See

Mysticatz is located in the beautiful downtown historic district of Galveston; on the Strand between 20th and 21st Street. The shop carries...

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