Experience Galveston Island

Coastal Charm, Deep Roots, and Fresh Discovery

Walk historic streets, feel the Gulf breeze on your skin, and dig into the flavors of the coast.

Galveston is an island shaped by stories of freedom, resilience, celebration, and everyday joy. With 32 miles of beaches, fresh seafood on every corner, and a full calendar of festivals, there’s always something happening. Explore museums, set out on a boat tour, or spend the day watching waves roll in. Galveston Island makes it easy to slow down, reconnect, and create your kind of escape.

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Your Guide to Galveston: Eat, Play, Stay + Events

This is your hub to find top spots to eat, explore, rest, and join in the fun.

Visiting Galveston Island on a Budget

Plan a budget-friendly Galveston getaway packed with sunny beaches, local eats, and free activities perfect for families, couples, and explorers.

Family Activities

Galveston packs in family fun at every turn, making it easy to plan a trip everyone will remember and enjoy.

Brunch and Breakfast on Galveston Island

Wake up easy. Here, breakfast and brunch are more than meals. They're a welcome to the day, Galveston-style.

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Discover Galveston's unique charm by shopping and dining locally.

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Galveston Island offers coastal breezes, wide-open beaches, and a mix of experiences that bring people back year after year.

Plan Ahead for Your Trip to Galveston: Fall Fun

Galveston Sandcastle Festival

Every summer in Galveston, experience 25+ teams competing to win the prestigious Golden Bucket Award.

Galveston Island Oktoberfest

Every October, Galveston’s historic district fills with music, food, and festivities during the island’s annual family-friendly Oktoberfest celebration.

ARToberFEST brings a day filled with original art, creativity, and curated experiences to Galveston’s historic downtown each October.

Galveston Island Shrimp Festival

Celebrate coastal flavor and community spirit at the Galveston Island Shrimp Festival, a two-day tradition filled with food and fun.

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Upcoming Events in Galveston

Aug 21

Book Club at The Bryan- Giant by Edna Ferber

The Bryan Museum Book Club is a social group who enjoys studying books about Texas and the American West. Our primary…

Aug 21

Maceo's Summer Concert Series

There's always a good time on Galveston Island, especially at Maceo Spice & Import. Maceo's sideboard hosts live music, food, families…

Aug 22

Women In Coastal Science Speaker Series

Women in Coastal Science is an award-winning eight-part program series showcasing women scientists who tackle the challenges our coastal environment faces…

Aug 22

Evenings in The Promenade at The San Luis Resort

Evenings in The Promenade at The San Luis ResortSip, savor, and soak in the perfect blend of seaside serenity and elegant…

Aug 23

FREE Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tours

See what makes Galveston’s shoreline one of a kind with a free Bucket Brigade tour at East Beach. These 45-minute…

Aug 23

FREE Sandcastle Building Lessons

Attention sandcastle builders! Galveston is hosting a free, family-friendly event to help beachgoers create spectacular sandcastles with guidance from a pro.Visitors…

Aug 23

ProChallenge Galveston

Think you’ve got what it takes? Head to East Beach for ProChallenge, a hands-on soccer experience designed to push your limits…

Aug 23

Basement To Attic Tours of the 1892 Bishop's Palace

Offering participants a rare look into parts of the National Historic Landmark that are typically off-limits, the 1892 Bishop’s Palace Basement…

Aug 23

1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Sail Training

Sail training on ELISSA gives the participants the once-in-a-lifetime chance to sail onboard a historic sailing ship from 1877 and literally…

Aug 23

Sunset & Sounds: Early James

Every Friday and Saturday night this summer, the rooftop at Hotel Lucine comes alive with live music, cocktails, and coastal breeze…

Aug 23

Drew Kennedy: Live at The Old Quarter

Enjoy Live Music by Drew Kennedy on August 23rd at 8PM.Drew Kennedy doesn’t have anything left to prove to anyone––except himself…

Aug 24

An Evening with Kaki King

THE OLD QUARTER IS A LISTENING ROOM. LOUD CONVERSATION DURING ARTIST'S PERFORMANCE WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. PLEASE CONSIDER THIS WHEN PURCHASING…