All posts tagged "Local’s Favorite"

Dec. 3rd-5th: Dickens On The Squares

Galveston’s World-Famous Victorian Holiday Festival Returns! Brush off your bowlers and prepare your petticoats as Galveston Historical Foundation presents the 48th annual...

Oct. 30th: Paula Poundstone Entertains at The Grand

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents Paula Poundstone, October 30th The Grand 1894 Opera House is proud to announce PAULA POUNDSTONE in...

Asleep At The Wheel: 50th Anniversary Tour, Nov. 13th

DATE CHANGE: ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL- 50th Anniversary Tour will now perform at The Grand 1894 Opera House on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13th...

Jaston Williams In “Blood And Holly” Nov. 20th

The Grand 1894 Opera House Presents Jaston Williams In “Blood And Holly”, November 20th The Grand 1894 Opera House continues its season...

Moody Gardens Holiday In The Gardens Celebrates 20 Years Of Festival Of Lights

Holiday in the Gardens will brighten the holiday season with more light displays for guests at Moody Gardens Festival of Lights. Holiday...

Santa To Parachute In To Kick Off The Holiday Season At Moody Gardens

Opening Day for the 20th anniversary of Festival of Lights features Parachuting Santa Holiday sights, sounds, and smells will fill the air...

Galveston Artist Residency: Lessons From Above: Constellation Quilts Opens Aug. 28th

The GAR Gallery is pleased to present “Lessons From Above: Constellation Quilts” by Dawolu Jabari. Opening Reception Saturday, October 9th from 6-9pm....

Save the Locals Free Concerts All Summer Long

Irene 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...

Titanosaur 3d At Moody Gardens

One of the Largest Animals to Roam the Earth Comes to Life in the MG 3D Theater May 29. The new film...

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...

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...

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...

February Treasure at Rosenberg Library: Bettie Brown’s 1902 Transatlantic Voyage

During the month of March, Rosenberg Library will exhibit an assortment of travel souvenirs collected by Galveston resident Bettie Brown during her...

This Week at GOFM: Goodies Abound

by=random&container_html=center’] View this email in your browser GOFM To-Go is Open! Shop the market Here’s the lineup on the store this week:...

2021 Day Sails for Elissa Announced

No time in Galveston is complete without a visit to our historic sites. From the Official Tall Ship of Texas, the 1877 ELISSA,...

Adorable King Penguin Chick Hatched at Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens is ringing in the new year with their newest arrival, an adorable King penguin chick that hatched out on New...

Turtles About Town: Social Distancing Exploring Art

Use ctrl + scroll to zoom the map     Map Data Map data ©2020 Google, INEGI ” /> Map DataMap data...

Hamilton Loomis: It’s “Everything I’ve Ever Wanted”

“It’s “Everything I’ve Ever Wanted,” All the Way Down Deep in My Soul: The Energetic & Rockin’ Hamilton Loomis Galveston Native Hamilton...

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...

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...

Free AMAZING Online Resources at Rosenberg Library

With over 120 distinct resources to choose from, we have something that’s sure to interest you! Do you need live, online tutoring...

Anitra Jay: Still Here Fighting On

The pop music world continues to reward spectacle and flashy production, but singer-songwriters who work in the acoustic realm and focus on...

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...

Book Lovers Events: Signings, Author Meet Ups & More

  From book signings to Meet & Greet’s, Galveston offers every Book Lover a lot of fun things to do. Check out...

Galveston Art League Exhibits Special Art

The Galveston Art League Gallery is located at 2117A Postoffice St. in Galveston. For more info go to GalvestonArtLeague.com. The Galveston Art...

Gabe Wootton: Will Not Bend The Knee

By Tena Jerger, Charles Toft “Original minds are not distinguished by being the first to see a new thing, but instead by...

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...

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...

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...

A Better Burger is Bound to Be Beautiful

Based on a recent Facebook (www.facebook.com/galvestonislandguide) survey, we asked you guys to vote for your Locals’ Favorite “Best Burger.” Here is what...

Stuttgarden Coffee Haus is Open in Downtown Galveston

Stuttgarden’s new coffee house opens at 7:30am Monday-Friday and 8am Saturday and Sunday, and offers hand-crafted espresso drinks until the restaurant closes...

Get a Bird’s-Eye View of Galveston Island 2 Ways

Although strolling along the Seawall and lounging on a sandy beach are some of the best ways to enjoy Galveston’s coastal charm,...

5 Reasons To Support The Local Businesses of Galveston Island

Galveston Island is a unique community that is rich in arts and culture, family-friendly events, and local businesses that benefit from and...

Gino’s Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria: Where the Locals Eat

By Terry Card When tourists indulge in conversations, whether it is while shopping, or talking to a local in a bar, one...

Devil and the Deep Brewing: A Hoppy Dream Come True

By Terry Card Behind every business, there is a story. Its parts may be the building, the location, or the entrepreneur who...