All posts tagged "weekend"

Moody Gardens Presents Lone Star Circus’ All-New Cirque Joyeux Holiday Show

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as Moody Gardens Hotel Spa & Convention Center announces an all-new one-of-a-kind holiday show...

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The Temptations Come to The Grand Dec. 17-18

THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE PRESENTS THE TEMPTATIONS, DECEMBER 17-18 The Grand proudly presents the multi, award-winning superstars of soul – The Temptations,...

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Dec. 3-4: Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol at The Grand

THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE PRESENTS CHARLES DICKENS’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL, DECEMBER 3-4 In conjunction with the annual Dickens on the Strand Festival,...

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41st Annual ABC13 “Share Your Holidays” Food Drive Begins

41st ANNUAL ABC13 “SHARE YOUR HOLIDAYS” FOOD DRIVE SET FOR DECEMBER 1st – EXPANDS TO TWO DROP OFF LOCATIONS IN GALVESTON COUNTY This...

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Artist Boat Announces 2021 Winter Camps

Float the Boat 2021 Tickets are now available for Float the Boat 2021! Get your tickets before it’s sold out! Less...

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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...

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“The Nutcracker” Ballet Dec. 11-12

THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER BALLET, DECEMBER 11-12 The annual holiday favorite that delights audiences of all ages – City...

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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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Food Drive Thursdays Returns: Receive 2 for 1 Admission

FOOD DRIVE THURSDAYS RETURN TO MOODY GARDENS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON Guests Can Help Local Food Banks and Receive 2 for 1 Admission...

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This Week at GOFM: Goodies Abound

by=random&container_html=center’] What’s at Market & GOFM To-Go: 11/21/21 Don’t miss signing up for this Friday’s virtual cooking class with Alicia from The...

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At GAC: CEsferas Perdidas: Sean Johnston, Justin Parr, and friends Opens Nov. 27th

Galveston Arts Center is located at 2127 Strand, Downtown Galveston, TX 77550 P: 409.763.2403 – Admission is always free. Open Wednesday –...

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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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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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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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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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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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Fine Arts

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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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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Romantic Places to Get Married in Galveston

When it comes to getting married, a destination wedding at the beach ranks high on many couples’ wish lists. The historic beach...

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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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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...

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It’s Time for the Beach, Beach Baby

Updated: April 30, 2020: The state has issued a directive opening all Texas beaches beginning Friday, May 1 with social distancing recommendations....

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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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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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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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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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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...

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A 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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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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The Cool & Totally Fun “Views, Brews & ‘Tails” Tour

When on vacation, who doesn’t want to sip an ice-cold beer or cocktail while enjoying the views from a great patio? With...

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Food

5 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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Sign Up for Summer Camps NOW 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. But...

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Dolphins, Dolphins Everywhere

By Rachel Delanoix “Every time I see a dolphin I get excited,” says Marlo Landreth, “I point and scream, it could be...

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History

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,...

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