If you’re looking for a good time, East Beach in Galveston, TX is your ultimate beach destination!
Located at the far eastern tip of the island, East Beach is home to a pavilion, boardwalk and entertainment stage as well as restrooms, showers, chair and umbrella rentals, concessions and other amenities. Unlike most of Galveston’s beaches, alcohol is permitted at East Beach.
pictured: Galveston Sandcastle Festival
Special events and concerts are held here throughout the summer, and alcohol is permitted and available for purchase. The expansive, scenic beach is also suitable for outdoor activities, such as beachcombing, volleyball, and horseback riding. Its stage and outdoor pavilion are perfect for private parties and corporate events. The beach is located at the far eastern tip of the island.
R.A. Apffel Park (East Beach)
1923 Apffel Rd
Galveston, TX 77550
The beach remains open year-round for visitors, but amenities are closed until the start of the 2025 operating season.
R.A. Apffel East Beach Park
Park Hours of Pavilion and Guest Services Operations:
March 8 - March 16, 2025:
Monday - Thursday: 9AM – 5PM
Friday - Sunday: 9AM – 6PM
March 17 - May 22, 2025:
Monday - Thursday: TBD
Friday - Sunday: 9AM – 6PM
May 23 - August 17, 2025:
Monday - Thursday: TBD
Friday - Sunday: TBD
August 18 – August 31, 2025:
Monday - Thursday: TBD
Friday - Sunday: TBD
September 1 – October 26, 2025:
Monday - Thursday: TBD
Friday - Sunday: TBD
Hours are subject to change without advance notice. Exceptions to standard dates and times can be made on a case-by-case basis for special events wishing to rent the pavilion or park grounds for a fee.
(Cash or credit card)
Daily Vehicle Parking: $15 (One-time entry)
$50 Seasonal Beach Park Pass (window decal) for entry to the following beach parks for the entire season (March to October): East Beach, Stewart Beach, Dellanara RV Park, and West End Pocket Parks.
$95 for an Ultimate Pass (window decal) for an entire year of seawall parking plus entry to the beach parks for the entire season
Park amenities are officially closed until the start of the 2025 Season. While our amenities are closed, the beaches are still open.
Plan your dream beach wedding or other special events at East Beach in Galveston.
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Head to East Beach for some fun in the sun. The beach hosts concerts and several annual events, including the annual Galveston Sandcastle Festival, in which over 50 teams sculpt designs in the sand and compete for the Golden Bucket Award. Designs are judged based on originality of concept, artistic execution, technical difficulty, carving technique, and utilization of the site.
