Galveston Island Guide
All posts tagged "weekend"
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47DowntownA 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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1.5KDowntownApril 19th: Lisa Morales Band 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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3.6KDowntownNew Spring Hours for the 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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1.3KArtists, Galleries & MuseumsAt Bryan Museum: Easter Fun in the Garden April 21st
April 21st (9:30am): Easter Egg Hunt at GOFM at Bryan Museum Time to bust out the bunny ears and Easter baskets for...
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33FestivalsApril 26th-27th: Massive Cajun Festival
Join Saturday as they bring down the house with Billboard Country Chart topper Frank Foster. It’s almost time to let the good...
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1.7KFamilyCreepy Crawly Fun at Galveston State Park in April
April 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th (10-11:15am): Beach Explorations – Get a close-up look at the many critters and birds that inhabit the...
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49EasterEaster Egg Hunt at Seawolf Park April 20th
April 20th (10am-5pm) Easter Egg Hunt Bring the family out for a day of fun! The Easter Bunny will be on hand...
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36EasterBreakfast with the Easter Bunny April 20th
April 20th (8-1oam) Cha! Cha!’s Egg-Cellent Easter Adventure at the Rainforest Cafe Have Breakfast with the Easter Bunny. Starting at 8am, visit...
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75DowntownApril Foodie Events: Bunny Roast & More
Foodie Events April 19th-21st: Rabbit Roast at The Oaks Garden – Rabbit Roast is the new version of an old favorite Bunny...
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April 20th: Cha! Cha!’s Egg-Cellent Easter Adventure & More
April 20th (8-1oam): Cha! Cha!’s Egg-Cellent Easter Adventure at the Rainforest Cafe – Have Breakfast with the Easter Bunny. Starting at 8am,...
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1.6KEasterApril 20th: Captain Cody’s Fishing Basics 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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24FestivalsMay 11th: La Izquierda Music Festival
To be held at Jimmy’s On The Pier, 9001 Seawall Blvd., the 2019 La Izquierda is an annual surf and music festival...
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427EasterApril: Exclusive Bishop’s Palace Tours This Month
The Bishop’s Palace (a.k.a. Gresham House) is a contributing building in the East End District and a National Historic Landmark. Bishop’s Palace...
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74ConcertsApril 27th: Fab Five Free Concert 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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182ConcertsMarch 21st: Galveston Symphony Orchestra Concert
The Galveston Symphony Orchestra provides quality classical music, inspiring audiences and musicians alike, with a strong commitment to artistic excellence and community...
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65FamilyGive Back This Spring as Lemonade Day Preparations Begin
Lemonade Day 2019 Preparations Begin May 4th (all day): Lemonade Day will take place and with that in mind, it’s time to...
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402DowntownAll Aboard the ‘Harborside Express” Every Saturday at Galveston Railroad Museum
Galveston Train Rides Every Saturday! Every Saturday, weather permitting, Galveston Railroad Museum, located at 2602 Sante Fe Place, Downtown Galveston, offers train...
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53FamilyArtist Boat: Beautify the Bucket, Ocean Day Festival, Kayaks & More
Artist Boat’s purpose is protecting our Gulf Coast through land conservation and with fun, educational, inspiring adventures that spark creativity, awareness, and...
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3.6KFamilyApril 5ks: April 27th,Galveston Wine Festival Chamgagne 5K
April 27th: Galveston Island Wine Festival Champagne 5K – Lace up your kicks and raise your little finger, it’s time to toast...
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30DowntownNEW! Red Light Tours by Galveston Historic Ghost Tours
Ticket Prices: $25 for Adults | Parental discretion advised. | BOOK NOW Under 16 not admitted without a parent Return to a time...
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2.2KEasterGalveston’s Own Farmers Market This Weekend
Springtime Is Coming To The Market Every Thursday 3-7pm and Sunday 8am-1pm, Galveston’s Own Farmers Market is held at The Bryan Museum...
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66FoodApril: Spring Cooking Class at Kitchen Chick
The Kitchen Chick, Downtown Galveston’s charming boutique kitchen shop, offers specialty gourmet kitchen wares and accessories, plus a full schedule of enticing...
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30HistoryWomen’s Conference featuring Former First Lady Laura Bush
May 9th (8:30am-5pm) The Galveston Women’s Conference is a day-long educational event to celebrate women, inspire women, and motivate women to strive...
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27Downtown23rd Annual YCF Wild Game BBQ Cook-Off May 10th-11th
May 10th-11th, come to Pier 21, at 21st and Harborside Drive in Galveston, for a “Wild Time” at the 23rd Annual Yaga’s...
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2.0KFestivalsGalveston Island Brewing: Bon Temps Rouler Cajun Throwdown Tiki & Tails
At Galveston Island Brewing This Month: Bon Temps Rouler Cajun Throwdown Tiki & Tails Beer Garden Galveston Island Brewery (GIB) is a...
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96BooksGalveston Bookshop: April 27th, “Texas Singularities: Prairie Dog Lawyers, Peg Leg Stage Robberies & Mysterious Malakoff Men”
Saturday, April 6th (2-4pm): “In the Heart of Texas But Not Yet at Home” by Barbara Ortwein Galveston Bookshop will host a...
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2.1KFamilyHands-On History Work Days 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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92Artists, Galleries & MuseumsG. Lee Gallery: Kelly Halbach’s Wearable Paintings Exhibits
The striking, colorful wraps and scarves of artist Kelly Halbach cross the aesthetic boundary from walls to fashion. An award-winning painter of...
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206Artists, Galleries & MuseumsGalveston Art League: Susan Venier’s Paintings in April
Susan Venier’s Paintings on Display at Galveston Art League Through April 28th The pastel painting “Aspen Glory” by Friendswood artist Susan Venier...
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5.1KFoodDive Into A Mexican Breakfast: A Few Places You’ve Probably Never Heard About
By Sissie Coomes Ahh, breakfast, our favorite meal of the day. Something about it brings a sense of satisfaction and a great...
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35.6KFree 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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7.9KFoodMy 5 Favorite Breakfasts
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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36FamilyGet 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,...
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61BandsWeekly Jazzy Fun & Jams on the Island in April
Concerts & More Weekly Music Events Every Tuesday (8pm): Open Mic with Zak Perry takes place at Sharky’s Tavern, 504 25th, Downtown...
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856BooksSpring Blooms with March Fun at Rosenberg Library
At Rosenberg Library This Month: Rosenberg Library is located Downtown at 2310 Sealy St., Downtown Galveston. For more info call (409)763-8854 or...
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4.4KFine 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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7.3KFamilyCamping 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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36Blogs5 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...
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38FoodGino’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...
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31FamilyFREE! March 17th: Galveston to Host 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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31FamilyCreative Events for Kids of All Ages
March 6th-April 4th – Ceramic art by visiting artist Jeff Forster – Galveston College will feature an exhibition of recent ceramic art...
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8.0KDowntownThings 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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52Bars5 Breweries to Visit if You’re Spending Time in Galveston
Warm weather is creeping in and it’s time to set sights on the next big vacation—spring break! Whether you’re a Texas native...
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21.3KDowntownTree 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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843BlogsPizza Galore on Galveston Island
Pizza is Our Favorite Food Group, No Really! Pizza. The one food that basically everyone on earth can agree is simply the...
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94Artists, Galleries & MuseumsVegan Potluck, Open Photoshoot & Art Talk at HeART Gallery This Month
From the HeART: ArtTALK & ArtWalk This Month From the HeArt is located at 2111 Postoffice St., in Downtown Galveston. From the...
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48Ghost & Cemetery ToursHave a BOO-tiful Love Tour with a Ghost
Valentine Ghost Tours? Yes, Please! February 10th (12:30pm): Sweethearts of Galveston Ghost Tours Brunch & Discussions – These monthly Spooky Brunches are...
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53Locals' FavoritesGrab a Buddy and Walk it Out at the McGuire Dent Walk Club
McGuire Dent Walk Club: Free Motivation, Invaluable Friendships Did you know that people who work out together are more likely to stick...
