Get in on Galveston's annual celebrations.
Throughout the year, our creative and festive community comes together in celebration - and it can really draw a crowd! Here are some of our favorite annual events in Galveston that you're sure to love.
The Galveston Island Revue Weekend features classic cars, vintage vendors, live music, and the crowd-favorite Bathing Beauties contest.
June 19th, otherwise known as Juneteenth, has a deep, historic connection to Galveston Island. Officially recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, this day has been recognized and celebrated on the island for decades with dedications, walks, festivals and more.
Nothing says "summer on Galveston Island" better than the 4th of July! Join us for our annual Independence Day celebrations that feature parades, shows and more.
Chardonnay, Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir. If your taste buds respond to these names, you’re in the right place — the Galveston Wine Festival. This special festival showcases an amazing array of wines and live music around the island.
The Galveston Sandcastle Festival is a family-friendly event on East Beach, TX, centered around the AIA Houston Sandcastle Competition. Enjoy local music, food, art, and an amazing sandcastle competition showcasing small businesses from Galveston and Houston.
The Galveston Island Shrimp Festival is a celebration of Galveston's great wild seafood and island lifestyle. The event features shrimp gumbo tasting, gumbo cookoff, an official 5K and more!
Artful, interesting and activity-oriented — that’s Galveston’s ARToberFEST. It’s the island's premier juried art festival, showcasing the works of over 120 U.S. artists and presented by The Grand 1894 Opera House.
Island Oktoberfest features live entertainment, shopping, a live auction, and assorted children’s activities. Come dressed in your finest German attire, witness the historic tapping of the keg, and delight in some authentic German food and drink!
Bikers and enthusiasts alike converged on Galveston every November for the famous Lone Star Rally, which offers four days of fun in the sun by the Gulf's sparkling waters. The event brings together some 400,000 people and an estimated 150,000 motorcycles each year, making it North America's largest four-day bike rally.
As the largest holiday destination in the Southwest, Moody Gardens offers more holiday attractions, activities, festive fun, dining and hotel packages than you can imagine. Attractions feature the Festival of Lights, 4D & 3D Holiday Films, an Arctic Slide and more!
Dickens on The Strand is Galveston’s annual holiday street festival bursting with live entertainment on multiple streets, including strolling carolers, roving musicians, bagpipers, jugglers, and a crowd of entertainers and costumed revelers.
Holiday with the Cranes is presented by the Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council, a nonprofit volunteer organization that helps connect people with nature experiences and outdoor adventures, and promotes the value of natural habitats and resources in the Galveston Island area.
Participating in Galveston Restaurant Week is easy! No tickets or passes are required! Food lovers may simply dine out at as many participating restaurants as they like during Galveston Restaurant Week. Two and/or 3-course dinners will be priced between $20-$45; and 2-course lunches, breakfasts, & brunches will cost between $10-$20.
Chili Quest consists of the ever-so-popular Chili & Beer tasting with a ton of added perks. Get ready for Chili Sampling, live music, a 5K Fun Run/Walk, a washer pitching tournament, a jackpot margarita contest, vendors and a historical strand merchant walk-about.
Join us for an unforgettable week celebrating creativity in Galveston's Cultural Arts District! From captivating gallery exhibitions to engaging workshops and live performances, Art Week offers a variety of activities for everyone. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of the arts! For a full schedule of activities, visit Art Week Galveston.
Museum Weekend participants will have the opportunity to learn about Galveston’s place as one of the wealthiest cities in the United States during the late 1800s, the powerful families who helped build the city, Galveston’s significance to immigration in the region, and the importance of the industries that keep Galveston thriving.
