Sunset & Sounds at Hotel Lucine
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.
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Moody Gardens Car Show
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
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Galveston Island Wine Festival
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…
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Gulfstock 2026
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…
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2nd Annual Galveston Pirate Festival
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…
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Galveston Sandcastle Festival
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…
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3rd Annual Galveston Island Ghost Coast Festival
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…
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Day of the Dead Half Marathon
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…
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1877 ELISSA Welcome Home Escort on Seagull II
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…
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12th Annual OkraFest Gala
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…
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Sandy Beaches: Activity and Discussion with Surfrider Foundation
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…
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Sunshine Center Summerween Fundraiser
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…
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MarMo Market
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
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Summer Breeze Paint & Sip at Nia Cultural Center
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…
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Barkini Contest Benefiting Galveston Island Humane Society
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…
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America's 250th: Night at the Naval Museum
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…
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Save the Locals Summer Concert Series
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.
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13th Annual Ohana Surf Dogs Competition
Surfing dogs compete at 28th Street and Seawall Boulevard on July 18, raising funds for the Galveston Island Humane Society; spectators attend free.
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Pullman Porters: Rising from the Rails Exhibit
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…
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World Sea Turtle Day Beach Cleanup
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…
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Galveston's Own Farmers Market
(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…
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Young Creatives Showcase at MarMo Plaza
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…
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Galveston Island Juneteenth Festival & Celebration
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…
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East Beach Bucket Brigade Tour
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…
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Team USA Kickoff Watch Party at Moody Gardens' MG3D Theatre
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…
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