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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What's Happening on Galveston Island

Fall Festivals in Galveston: Haunted Happenings, Arts & Music, and Dress-Up Fun
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How To Have A Fantastic Thanksgiving on Galveston Island
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Unique Gifts From Galveston to Inspire Your Holiday Shopping
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Magical Experiences to Enjoy in Galveston, Texas this Holiday Season
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The Old Quarter Songwriter Festival
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Upcoming Events in Galveston

Nov 5
Fall Volunteer Work Week
JOIN US FOR VOLUNTEER WORK WEEK! November 5th - 12th, 2025 Take part in a one of a kind experience!Volunteers are…
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Nov 13 to Nov 15
The Old Quarter Songwriter Festival
ALL VENUES ARE CONSIDERED LISTENING ROOMS. LOUD CONVERSATION DURING ARTIST'S PERFORMANCE WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. PLEASE CONSIDER THIS WHEN PURCHASING TICKETS…
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Nov 13
Family Free Night at Galveston Children's Museum
Sometimes the best things in life are FREE — and this is one of those times! Bring the whole crew…
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Nov 13
The Vanished Coast Lecture by Mark Lardas
People associate Texas with cowboys and cattle, cotton and oil. Today, Texas is high-tech: the Telecom Corridor in Dallas, computers in…
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Nov 14 to Dec 23
The Polar Express Train Ride
An immersive family-oriented experience at the Galveston Railroad Museum held every year during the holiday season.
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Nov 14
Southeast Saints
The new band, The Southeast Saints, will play at Yaga’s cafe on Friday, November 14th @ 10pm. Insta: #southeastsaintsofficial
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Nov 14
Holiday Evenings in The Promenade
Experience the magic of the holidays at Evenings in The Promenade! Sip, savor, and soak in the holiday ambiance with seasonal…
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Nov 14
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Founded in 1988, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis tours the world performing a vast repertoire of music…
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Nov 14
Ebenezer Scrooge's Big Galveston Christmas Show
One of the holiday season's favorite tales has been transformed into a gut-busting, fun, and family-friendly puts Galveston into the script…
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Nov 15
Trot For Love
Support Shriners Children’s Texas at the 1st Annual Trot for LOVE! This scenic 1-mile walk goes through the historic east end…
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Nov 15
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…
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Nov 15
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…
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