Galveston Events
Galveston Island offers year-round fun for visitors and locals alike. No matter when you visit, there are sure to be exciting events for you and your group to attend. These Galveston events are perfect for filling your vacation itinerary or being the excuse you need to make a trip down to the beach. Check out our calendar of events below.
Severe weather and other unforeseen circumstances can cause events to be delayed, canceled, or rescheduled without notice. Please contact the event host directly for the most current schedule & event protocol information.
Galveston Island Calendar of Events
If you are hoping there’s more to Galveston than the beach, you’re in luck. There are sun-sational Galveston events to look forward to every month of the year. Check out our calendar for a month-by-month guide of Galveston, Texas, upcoming events.
Galveston Museum Day
Enjoy a weekend learning about the city of Galveston's past, like how Galveston became one of the wealthiest cities in the United States, the importance of Juneteenth and Galveston's involvement with the day, wealthy families that helped build the island, and much more on Saturday, January 27 and Sunday, January 28. Perfect for a family day full of educational fun!
For list of participating museums, click here.
Galveston Museum Day
Enjoy a weekend learning about the city of Galveston's past, like how Galveston became one of the wealthiest cities in the United States, the importance of Juneteenth and Galveston's involvement with the day, wealthy families that helped build the island, and much more on Saturday, January 27 and Sunday, January 28. Perfect for a family day full of educational fun!
For list of participating museums, click here.
First Thursdays at the Bryan
Enjoy wine, live music, shopping and docent led museum tours every first Thursday of the month at The Bryan Museum
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The PeliCon Game Festival
Stop by the Galveston Island Convention Center for a weekend full of gaming fun! Perfect for casual gamers, competitive gamers, or just looking for some family fun - this board game event has something for everyone!
The PeliCon Game Festival
Stop by the Galveston Island Convention Center for a weekend full of gaming fun! Perfect for casual gamers, competitive gamers, or just looking for some family fun - this board game event has something for everyone!
The PeliCon Game Festival
Stop by the Galveston Island Convention Center for a weekend full of gaming fun! Perfect for casual gamers, competitive gamers, or just looking for some family fun - this board game event has something for everyone!
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Come celebrate the island's 114th Annual Mardi Gras celebration!
Galveston is home to the third largest celebration in the United States, and offers the unique experience of all the Mardi Gras events PLUS the beach within walking distance! A variety of events will be offered for 2 weeks, including parades, live music, balcony parties, a 5K run, and family friendly events.
Events will be held on the weekends between February 21 - March 2, concluding on Fat Tuesday, March 4!
For more information, visit the website.
First Thursdays at the Bryan
Enjoy wine, live music, shopping and docent led museum tours every first Thursday of the month at The Bryan Museum
FeatherFest
Galveston Island has long been known as a birding hot spot, and FeatherFest draws bird enthusiasts together for a great sightseeing experience for all skill levels!
Make plans enjoy spring migration on the island from April 24 - April 27 and join in this nature and photography festival with events for all ages, including birding classes, tours, celebrations and photo ops!
Check out Galveston's Featherfest page for the full event calendar, registration details and more!
FeatherFest
Galveston Island has long been known as a birding hot spot, and FeatherFest draws bird enthusiasts together for a great sightseeing experience for all skill levels!
Make plans enjoy spring migration on the island from April 24 - April 27 and join in this nature and photography festival with events for all ages, including birding classes, tours, celebrations and photo ops!
Check out Galveston's Featherfest page for the full event calendar, registration details and more!
FeatherFest
Galveston Island has long been known as a birding hot spot, and FeatherFest draws bird enthusiasts together for a great sightseeing experience for all skill levels!
Make plans enjoy spring migration on the island from April 24 - April 27 and join in this nature and photography festival with events for all ages, including birding classes, tours, celebrations and photo ops!
Check out Galveston's Featherfest page for the full event calendar, registration details and more!
FeatherFest
Galveston Island has long been known as a birding hot spot, and FeatherFest draws bird enthusiasts together for a great sightseeing experience for all skill levels!
Make plans enjoy spring migration on the island from April 24 - April 27 and join in this nature and photography festival with events for all ages, including birding classes, tours, celebrations and photo ops!
Check out Galveston's Featherfest page for the full event calendar, registration details and more!
First Thursdays at the Bryan
Enjoy wine, live music, shopping and docent led museum tours every first Thursday of the month at The Bryan Museum
51st Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour
Magnificent architecture, creative home décor and intriguing history stories await you through the doors of Galveston Island's oldest homes.
Learn about Galveston Island’s architectural history through public tours of privately owned homes during this annual event hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation.
Taking place among two weekends (May 3 & 4 and May 10 & 11), the annual event will include special experiences, allowing guests to learn about historic sites across the island in a unique way!
For more information, click here.
51st Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour
Magnificent architecture, creative home décor and intriguing history stories await you through the doors of Galveston Island's oldest homes.
Learn about Galveston Island’s architectural history through public tours of privately owned homes during this annual event hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation.
Taking place among two weekends (May 3 & 4 and May 10 & 11), the annual event will include special experiences, allowing guests to learn about historic sites across the island in a unique way!
For more information, click here.
51st Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour
Magnificent architecture, creative home décor and intriguing history stories await you through the doors of Galveston Island's oldest homes.
Learn about Galveston Island’s architectural history through public tours of privately owned homes during this annual event hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation.
Taking place among two weekends (May 3 & 4 and May 10 & 11), the annual event will include special experiences, allowing guests to learn about historic sites across the island in a unique way!
For more information, click here.
51st Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour
Magnificent architecture, creative home décor and intriguing history stories await you through the doors of Galveston Island's oldest homes.
Learn about Galveston Island’s architectural history through public tours of privately owned homes during this annual event hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation.
Taking place among two weekends (May 3 & 4 and May 10 & 11), the annual event will include special experiences, allowing guests to learn about historic sites across the island in a unique way!
For more information, click here.
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Galveston Island Beach Revue
Join the Galveston Historical Society at their vintage celebration of summer - Galveston Island Revue Weekend!
Based on previous summer events such as the Pageant of Pulchritude and Splash Day, Galveston Island Beach Revue has been resurrected into a contemporary family-friendly weekend long event with events such as the bathing beauty contest and classic car show!
Galveston Island Beach Revue
Join the Galveston Historical Society at their vintage celebration of summer - Galveston Island Revue Weekend!
Based on previous summer events such as the Pageant of Pulchritude and Splash Day, Galveston Island Beach Revue has been resurrected into a contemporary family-friendly weekend long event with events such as the bathing beauty contest and classic car show!
Galveston Island Beach Revue
Join the Galveston Historical Society at their vintage celebration of summer - Galveston Island Revue Weekend!
Based on previous summer events such as the Pageant of Pulchritude and Splash Day, Galveston Island Beach Revue has been resurrected into a contemporary family-friendly weekend long event with events such as the bathing beauty contest and classic car show!
No time to browse the calendar? Take a quick look at some of our favorite annual events in Galveston.
On Saturday nights throughout the year, the Galveston Art Center presents ArtWalk. Galleries, restaurants, and retail spaces extend their hours and often offer hors d'oeuvres or special exhibit, all in support of our vibrant local art scene. This is a longtime local favorite.
The Pleasure Pier, a year-round attraction, offers a variety of special Galveston event days. Extending from the seawall out over the Gulf, it is home to rides, restaurants, carnival-style concessions, and souvenir shopping. In January and February, the Historic Pleasure Pier welcomes adults to be a “Kid for a Day.” Everyone pays children’s admission prices for all-day passes. Visit their website for a full schedule of events.
Each November, Galveston hosts one of the largest motorcycle rallies in the U.S. Thousands of bikers from across the country roar onto the Island for a four-day celebration. The event features concerts, an Old Time Motorcycle Rodeo, car & truck shows, and more!
Lone Star Rally
Each November, Galveston hosts one of the largest motorcycle rallies in the U.S. Thousands of bikers from across the country roar onto the Island for a four-day celebration. The event features concerts, an Old Time Motorcycle Rodeo, car & truck shows, and more!
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier Events
The Pleasure Pier, a year-round attraction, offers a variety of special Galveston event days. Extending from the seawall out over the Gulf, it is home to rides, restaurants, carnival-style concessions, and souvenir shopping. In January and February, the Historic Pleasure Pier welcomes adults to be a “Kid for a Day.” Everyone pays children’s admission prices for all-day passes. Visit their website for a full schedule of events.Galveston Restaurant Week
For two weeks each January, Sysco Houston presents Galveston Restaurant Week. Galveston Island is home to some of the freshest seafood in Texas and, thanks to Restaurant Week, visitors can sample local menu options for a fraction of the price. No tickets are required — foodies can simply visit participating restaurants and take advantage of featured prix-fixe menus.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Let the good times roll! This two-week festival is the largest Mardi Gras celebration in Texas. Enjoy elaborate parades, balcony parties, and live entertainment. You can bring the kids along for some fun family time, too — the schedule includes many family-friendly activities such as children’s parades and coloring contests for the little ones. If you prefer to let your hair down and have some grown-up fun, you're in luck; you can purchase tickets for the New Orleans-style balcony parties on Strand Street. Get yours early!
Grand Kids Festival
The Grand 1894 Opera House puts on the Grand Kids Festival each April. This one-day exhibit of musical performances and art for kids of all ages takes place on Post Office Street, in Galveston’s Cultural Arts District in Historic Downtown. Admission, rides, and fun are free to the public. Your kids will love this fun-filled day created just for them.
Independence Day Parade & Fireworks
Nobody in Texas celebrates the 4th of July like Galveston! The city has hosted a vibrant Independence Day celebration for nearly 200 years. The festivities begin with a parade of performers, exciting floats, and military vehicles. Fun for all, this event is one you don’t want to miss.
AIA Sandcastle Competition
Galvestonians and Island visitors look forward to August every year when the AIA Houston hosts its annual sandcastle building competition. Teams of architects create enormous works of art from sand. This Galveston event is exciting for the entire family. Pack a picnic, bring your umbrellas and chairs (or rent them), and get ready for a day filled with fun and imagination.
ARToberFEST
The Grand 1894 Opera House presents another great annual event. ARToberFEST, held every October, is a weekend-long fine arts festival. Typically, more than 100 artists feature and sell their artwork. This local favorite includes live music performances, food, drinks, a local farmers market, and an interactive play zone for kids. It’s a good time for all ages.
Holiday in the Gardens
Moody Gardens’ holiday celebration is one of the most anticipated events of the year. This popular destination brings magic to life for eight weeks each winter season. It runs from November to January. Read below for information on some of the top attractions.
Festival of Lights
Running along a mile-long trail through Moody Gardens, visitors enjoy animated displays created with over one million lights. There is also live entertainment, the only outdoor skating rink in the area, and yummy hot cocoa.
Iceland
If you’re up for a chilly yet awe-inspiring experience, head into this nine-degree exhibit. Master carvers use two million pounds of ice to hand-carve everything in Iceland. This polar playhouse showcases a different theme each year. Kids love the Giant Ice Slide and adults love the courtesy jackets that keep you warm. Restaurants and outdoor concessions offer full meals and tasty treats for sale.
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