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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Upcoming Events in Galveston

Nov 22, 2025

Holiday Winter Wonderland at Galveston Children’s Museum

Winter magic has arrived at the Galveston Children’s Museum, where the entire space has been transformed into a bright, kid-friendly Winter…

Jan 10

Artist Boat Habitat Workday

Come to a volunteer work day and make your mark on the Coastal Heritage Preserve! You can help Artist Boat remove…

Jan 10

Winter Birding

Entry fee of $5 for adults and FREE for children 12 & underBundle up and bring your binoculars—it’s winter on the…

Jan 10

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…

Jan 10

Caregiver’s Night Out

Take a night off while your kids enjoy a creative evening at Galveston Arts Center's Caregivers' Night Out! Kids will dive…

Jan 10

Galveston ArtWalk: Experience the Island Through Art

Twinkling gallery lights. The hum of conversation. A glass of wine in hand as you step into a space filled with…

Jan 10

Galveston ArtWalk

Since 1986, the Galveston Arts Center has been the proud organizer of ArtWalk. ArtWalk is a self-guided walking tour of galleries…

Jan 10

Live At Lucine: Mountain Natives

Every Friday and Saturday from 7-10 PM-ish, we're jammin' at Hotel Lucine with live music, tasty bites, and drinks worth sticking…

Jan 11

Galveston's Own Farmers Market by Groundswell

Galveston's Own Farmers Market (GOFM), operated by Groundswell, is an inclusive and vibrant marketplace featuring locally-grown produce, farm products, prepared foods…

Jan 11

Family Day

The Ocean Star Museum hosts a themed family day event, every second Sunday of the month, providing fun, family STEM activities…

Jan 11

Winter Bridal Show at The Bryan Museum

$10 Admission - includes a complimentary cocktail and Museum entry. FREE for Bryan Museum brides. Seize this opportunity to meet bridal…

Jan 12 to Jan 30

Galveston Restaurant Week

Galveston Restaurant Week(s) showcases the island’s incredible culinary scene at unbeatable prices!This annual event invites diners to explore a variety of…