Local’s Favorite – Galveston Island Guide

Galveston Artist Residency Introduces the 2020-2021 Artists in Residence

The Galveston Artist Residency is excited to introduce our 2020-2021 Artists in Residence: Ian Gerson Everest Pipkin Katelyn Turner Ian Gerson is...

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Christmas

Salvation Army Angel Tree Registration Begins

Angel Tree registration for Galveston County families seeking Christmas assistance for their children 12 and younger be in Galveston at the Center...

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Christmas

Moody Gardens Offers Safe and Joyful Celebration at Holiday in the Gardens

MOODY GARDENS OFFERS SAFE AND JOYFUL CELEBRATION AT HOLIDAY IN THE GARDENS In a year that has been anything but traditional, guests...

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Family

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...

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Free Things to Do

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...

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Family

GIHS Seeking Homemade Recipes For Dog And Cat Treats

BONE appetit! Calling all pet-treat bakers and makers. We need YOUR healthy dog and/or cat treat recipes for an upcoming feature in...

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Free Things to Do

Beaches: Events 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...

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Family

Bryan Museum: Safe & Fun COVID-19 Activities

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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More To Do

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...

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Downtown

Turtles About Town: Social Distancing Exploring Art

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Free Things to Do

What’s Open in Galveston?

Frequently Asked Questions Wondering what is open and what the rules are in #galveston these days? Here are some answers to the...

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Food

New This Week at GOFM To-Go Now

GOFM has a responsibility to do all we can to support our vendors AND public health. During this time of essential self-isolation,...

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Music

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...

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Locals' Favorites

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...

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Downtown

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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Books

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...

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Downtown

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...

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Gig Guide

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...

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Food

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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Festivals

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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Music

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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Food

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...

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Downtown

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...