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Bring lawn chairs and settle in on Pelican Island for four Friday evenings marking America's 250th anniversary—expect a band on the lawn, food trucks, vendor booths, kids' activities, and after-hours…
Dogs strut the beer garden runway in swim gear for a shot at small- and large-breed prizes at this third annual pup pageant, with a photo booth, splash pad, and silent auction on the side. The $20…
This Día de los Muertos-themed race at Stewart Beach, hosted by Bigfoot Running Company, includes a half marathon, quarter marathon, 5K, one-mile race, and kids dash, plus a costume contest, live DJ…
Ride along on the Seagull II tour boat to greet the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA as she sails back into Galveston Harbor, wrapping up a summer-long Sail250 voyage that took her to New York, Boston, Savannah…
A weekend built around Galveston's spooky reputation: a Friday pub crawl through Historic Downtown, a Saturday of paranormal panels, psychic readings, and performances at the League-Kempner Mansion, and…
Three days of food-and-wine programming at Moody Gardens—a seafood tasting paired with wine on Friday, a Saturday evening pouring inside the Aquarium Pyramid alongside the penguins, plus morning yoga…
A full week of pirate-themed programming across the island builds up to Saturday's main event—expect a harbor boat parade, tours of the WWII submarine and destroyer at Seawolf Park, a look through the…
Dozens of teams race the clock to build elaborate sculptures on East Beach for the AIA-judged competition, with a weekend of live bands, food trucks, an art vendor row, a kids' area, and a Sunday-morning…
A retro, flower-power-themed festival at Saengerfest Park raises money and awareness for veterans, with local bands headlined by Fab 5, a vendor lineup, and a VIP balcony area for elevated views of the…
A monthly evening market at MarMo Plaza where dozens of island makers, artists, and small businesses set up booths alongside food trucks and a live band. Official MarMo Market details
Rows of classic, custom, and vintage vehicles take over the Moody Gardens Convention Center for a weekend of browsing, judging, and awards for entered vehicles. Official car show details
Nicknamed the “MET Gala of Galveston,” this costume gala at The Lyceum raises money for Galveston's Own Farmers Market with a farm-to-table dinner, open bar, live music, and a silent and live…
A four-session drawing course with local artist Jessica Antonelli walks students through the basics of capturing a face—proportion, angle, shading, and color. No prior drawing experience is needed.…
This month's Surfrider Foundation chapter meetup, “On Da Beach with Sandy Beach Scientists,” pairs a walk on the sand with an informal Q&A led by local coastal researchers on what's happening along…
A laid-back guided painting night at Nia Cultural Center, the Strand gallery built around Galveston's Black history and its role as the birthplace of Juneteenth—no art experience required. Organizer…
The nonprofit's biggest fundraiser of the year lands at Elks Lodge with a summer-meets-Halloween “Summerween” theme—dinner, dancing, and a silent and live auction supporting Sunshine Center's programs…
Grab a seat at the dockbar for a set from local favorite The Band Stranded, with West End sunset views over the water as the backdrop. Official event calendar
A free Thursday-night concert series at Menard Park Bandshell through July 30, with doors at 6:00 PM and original music from about 6:30 to 9:00 PM.
Surfing dogs compete at 28th Street and Seawall Boulevard on July 18, raising funds for the Galveston Island Humane Society; spectators attend free.
7:30 PM - 10:15 PM Moody Gardens is bringing the World Cup experience home with a massive public screening of the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team's opening match against Paraguay. The event is completely…
Free rooftop live music at Hotel Lucine, primarily Fridays and Saturdays around sunset through September 6, with first-come general admission and optional VIP seating.
Join the 2026 Galveston Island Juneteenth Festival & Celebration, a free community event honoring this historic milestone. Taking place at Menard Park, guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs and settle…
MarMo Plaza is hosting a vibrant showcase of young creatives on Saturday, June 13, from 11 AM to 2 PM. The event celebrates the next generation of entrepreneurs as they display their talents and products…
Discover what makes Galveston's shoreline special with a free Bucket Brigade tour at East Beach, where expert guides lead hands-on explorations of coastal ecosystems. These interactive 45-minute tours…
(GOFM), operated by Groundswell, is a thriving hub where community, local agriculture, and entrepreneurship come together. This inclusive marketplace showcases locally-grown produce, farm products…
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM This World Sea Turtle Day beach cleanup was listed for Tuesday, June 16, from 10:00 AM to noon at Murdoch's, 2215 Seawall Boulevard. The original event listing did not preserve an…
Discover the extraordinary story of Pullman Porters and their lasting impact on American history at this powerful exhibit, featuring the documentary Rising from the Rails shown daily, oral history…
Listen to Part 3 of Hearts of Galveston with Bob Brown.
Local leaders shaping Galveston Texas 10 People Quietly Shaping Galveston’s Future Archive note (updated July 12, 2026): This list is a December 2025 snapshot. Craig Brown was serving as mayor and John…
An 1839 Editorial Galveston's $10 Million Firehouse Bond: The Alarm That Never Sleeps & A Line in the Sand We endorse a YES vote on the $10 million Fire Station No. 2 bond. It’s the first brick in a…
Galveston’s Civic & Business Platform A Bold Bet: Galveston’s $540 Million Leap Forward Archive update (July 12, 2026): This analysis was published before final council action. Galveston City Council…
Inside Shrimp N Stuff, where the Antonelli family has carried a tradition of island flavor, Gulf seafood and unpretentious hospitality since 1976.
Let's Talk to Tom Realty in Galveston - An Interview with Tom Schwenk Archive note (updated July 12, 2026): This July 2025 interview is preserved in memory of Tom Schwenk. Role, business and ranking…
Sade Storthz represented Galveston at Miss Texas 2025 while advancing a message of inclusion, education and pride; this profile now records the pageant outcome.