Galveston Island Guide
All posts tagged "weekend"
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1.4KArtists, Galleries & MuseumsBryan Museum: June 29th, Hands-On History Festival
At Bryan Museum: Texas-Themed Quilts, Wine & History Festival At The Bryan The Bryan Museum is located in the historic Galveston Orphans...
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549FamilyJune 22nd: FREE Movie Shown on the Sails of Elissa, “Finest Hour”
June 22nd, July 13th, 27th, August 10th, 24th (9am) – Marine Biology Tour provides participants with a hands-on opportunity to observe dolphins...
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219ConcertsJuly 6th: FREE Movie, “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” 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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81FamilyFree Sandcastle Building Lessons Every Saturday
Attention budding builders – sandcastle builders, that is. Starting June 1st, 8am-4pm, Galveston will host a free family-friendly event to help beachgoers...
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171FoodJune: Summer Cooking Classes & Summer Camps at Kitchen Chick
Kids Summer Cooking Camps At The Kitchen Chick This Month The Kitchen Chick, Downtown Galveston’s charming boutique kitchen shop, offers specialty gourmet...
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225DowntownA 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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78FamilyGhost Bus Tours: A Unique Galveston Experience
Use discount code ISLE20! Join a fun and totally cool tour with Galveston Ghost Tours! Several different tours are available… Walking Historic...
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8Family5 New Reasons to Visit Galveston Island
Schlitterbahn’s New 8-Story Water Slide, Babe’s Beach Expansion Among Reasons to Head to Galveston This Summer You don’t need a real reason to head...
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126FamilyJuly 21st, Free Fun 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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1.7KFamilySummer Camps 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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972DowntownFREE! July 13th: “Rigs to Reefs” at Oil Rig Museum
On the second Saturday of every month, 10am-3pm, the Ocean Star celebrates Family Day. Each Family Day focuses on a different theme...
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204BooksGalveston Book Signings: June 15th, “Bad Moon Rising: A Parker McLeod Thriller”
Saturday, June 8th, 3-5pm: “Deco Dames, Demon Rum, and Death: A Jazz Age Mystery” by Ellen Mansoor Collier Galveston Bookshop will host...
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15FamilyHouston Children’s Chorus Is Now Registering
Houston’s premiere auditioned chorus for children will hold its 26th annual “Summer Music Funshop” in Galveston this coming July 22nd-28th. This is...
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165Downtown“Mamma Mia!” Opens in July Island ETC Theatre
The 17th season for Island ETC gets under way on July 5th with their production of the smash Broadway musical “Mamma Mia!”...
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15More To DoJune 8th: “Oleanders in June” Book Release & Signing
Join in celebrating the release of Whitney Vandiver debut novel, “Oleanders” at Rosenberg Library, 2310 Rosenberg St., Downtown Galveston, 1-3pm. Casey Greene,...
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68Free Things to DoBucket Brigade: FREE Interpretive Beach Tours
Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tours are free for the public, last approximately 45 minutes, and are offered at Stewart Beach in Galveston....
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188DowntownJune Foodie Events: Lunch with the Famous Mr. Bobby
Every Thursday (11am): A Little History and Lunch with Bobby at Hotel Galvez – Take a Hotel Galvez History Tour with guest...
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160Artists, Galleries & MuseumsFrom the HeART: ArtTALK & ArtWalk This Month
From the HeArt is located at 2111 Postoffice St., in Downtown Galveston. From the HeART Gallery (FTHG) has a ton of fun...
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216Artists, Galleries & MuseumsG. Lee Gallery: Kelly Halbach’s Wearables Trunk Show
G.Lee Gallery is located at 2217 Strand, Suite 107-B in Downtown Galveston. For more info call (409)370-7350 or go to gleegallery.net. Lee...
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309Artists, Galleries & MuseumsGalveston Art League Exhibits “Nature Stars”
The Galveston Art League’s featured artist for June is Kimvak Jen. Her artwork, along with dozens of pieces by other Galveston Art...
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3.7KMore To Do5K’s, Half & Full Marathons plus Bike Rides
August 17th: Galveston Sand Crab 5K, 10K, and Kid’s Beach Mile – Start and finish at East Beach in Apffel Park. Run...
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1.4KMore To DoBeach Volleyball – Everyone’s Welcome!
The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association (GCVA) is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast and has been rated the #1...
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4.0KFeaturedBeach, Beach Baby: Free to Full Service
It’s Time for Sand Between Your Toes Finding the perfect spot on the beach is sometimes a challenging thing. You have to...
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176DowntownJune 8th: KiFest Kids International Festival
June 8th (1-5pm): KiFest Kids International Festival – The Kids International Festival is a family-oriented event that provides a place to gather...
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543FamilyMoody Gardens: Bands on the Sand & Fireworks This Weekend
Moody Gardens is located at 1 Hope Blvd. in Galveston. For more info or tickets go to moodygardens.com. Palm Beach reopens on...
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3.6KFoodA Stunning View of Heaven on Earth: A View of The Gulf, The Downtown, The Bay Side of Galveston
By Sissie Coomes When you are at the beach, you either want to be in the sun, shaded under awnings and patios...
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2.4KFoodGalveston’s Own Farmers Market: June 9th, Bike Safety & Fun
Every Thursday 3-6pm and Sunday 9am-12 noon (note new summer hours), Galveston’s Own Farmers Market is held at The Bryan Museum Gardens,...
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74DowntownTexas Scuba Adventures Opens Downtown
Texas Scuba Adventures is new in town and opened Wednesday, April 17th, 2019 in their new location in Downtown Galveston. Located at...
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83FamilyEco-Art Summer Camps Sign-Ups Underway
Artist Boat is a regional leader in eco-art to inspire people to conserve our Gulf Coast. Art meets science in Artist Boat’s...
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64DowntownStuttgarden 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...
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110FamilyGet 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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142FamilyGive 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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525DowntownAll 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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99HistoryWomen’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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5.2KFoodDive 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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8.0KFoodMy 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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113BandsWeekly 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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4.5KFine 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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96Blogs5 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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105FoodGino’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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69FamilyCreative 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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8.2KDowntownThings 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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113Bars5 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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21.5KDowntownTree 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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935BlogsPizza 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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105Ghost & 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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109Locals' 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...
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2.7KDowntown“A Little Weekend Time Traveling” At Visker & Scriveners Handcrafted Quills, Books and Oddities
Written and Photographed by Michael Alan Basham One steps off of the warmer westward exposure of the more modern day Victorian Tremont...
