
GALVESTON | EVENTS CALENDAR
We don't list everything in town that you could do, but we do recommend these events that you definitely should consider attending.
APRIL
STARTS
April
2025
FeatherFest
Galveston | 2025
See Galveston's architectural history revealed through public tours of privately-owned homes both large and small.
OCCURS
April
2025
ArtWalk
Galveston | 2025
The Galveston Art Center has been producing this self-guided walking tour on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district for over 25 years.
OCCURS
April
2025
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Colonel
Galveston | 2025
Enjoy a two-hour evening dinner cruise with beautiful views of Offats Bayou aboard this replica of an 1800's paddlewheel boat.
OCCURS
April
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
April
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
April
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
April
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
MAY
STARTS
May
2025
Galveston Historic Homes Tour
Galveston | 2025
See Galveston's architectural history revealed through public tours of privately-owned homes both large and small.
OCCURS
May
2025
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Colonel
Galveston | 2025
Enjoy a two-hour evening dinner cruise with beautiful views of Offats Bayou aboard this replica of an 1800's paddlewheel boat.
OCCURS
May
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
May
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
May
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
May
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
JUNE
OCCURS
June
2025
ArtWalk
Galveston | 2025
The Galveston Art Center has been producing this self-guided walking tour on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district for over 25 years.
STARTS
June
2025
Galveston Island Beach Revue
Galveston | 2025
Bathing Beauties catwalk along Galveston's historic shoreline modeling vintage and vintage-inspired swim wear.
STARTS
June
2025
Music Nights
Galveston | 2025
As part of the Strand Summer Series, Galveston Historical Foundation hosts free-to-the-public Music Nights at Saengerfest Park.
OCCURS
June
2025
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Colonel
Galveston | 2025
Enjoy a two-hour evening dinner cruise with beautiful views of Offats Bayou aboard this replica of an 1800's paddlewheel boat.
STARTS
June
2025
Movie Nights
Galveston | 2025
As part of the Strand Summer Series, Galveston Historical Foundation hosts free-to-the-public Movie Nights at Hendley Green.
OCCURS
June
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
June
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
June
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
June
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
JULY
OCCURS
July
2025
Independence Day Parade and Fireworks
GALVESTON | 2025
A community collaboration presents the Fourth of July Parade which precedes a fireworks show each year.
OCCURS
July
2025
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Colonel
Galveston | 2025
Enjoy a two-hour evening dinner cruise with beautiful views of Offats Bayou aboard this replica of an 1800's paddlewheel boat.
STARTS
July
2025
Music Nights
Galveston | 2025
As part of the Strand Summer Series, Galveston Historical Foundation hosts free-to-the-public Music Nights at Saengerfest Park.
STARTS
July
2025
Movie Nights
Galveston | 2025
As part of the Strand Summer Series, Galveston Historical Foundation hosts free-to-the-public Movie Nights at Hendley Green.
OCCURS
July
2025
ArtWalk
Galveston | 2025
The Galveston Art Center has been producing this self-guided walking tour on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district for over 25 years.
OCCURS
July
2025
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Colonel
Galveston | 2025
Enjoy a two-hour evening dinner cruise with beautiful views of Offats Bayou aboard this replica of an 1800's paddlewheel boat.
OCCURS
July
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
July
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
July
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
July
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
AUGUST
OCCURS
August
2025
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Colonel
Galveston | 2025
Enjoy a two-hour evening dinner cruise with beautiful views of Offats Bayou aboard this replica of an 1800's paddlewheel boat.
OCCURS
August
2025
ArtWalk
Galveston | 2025
The Galveston Art Center has been producing this self-guided walking tour on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district for over 25 years.
STARTS
August
2025
Galveston Island Wine Festival
Galveston | 2025
This multi-day event showcases regional cuisine, food and wine pairings, chef presentations, and marine animal encounters along the way.
OCCURS
August
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
August
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
August
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
August
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
SEPTEMBER
STARTS
September
2025
Barbie
Galveston | 2025
As part of the Strand Summer Series, Galveston Historical Foundation hosts free-to-the-public Movie Nights at Hendley Green.
OCCURS
September
2025
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Colonel
Galveston | 2025
Enjoy a two-hour evening dinner cruise with beautiful views of Offats Bayou aboard this replica of an 1800's paddlewheel boat.
STARTS
September
2025
Locals Showcase
Galveston | 2025
As part of the Strand Summer Series, Galveston Historical Foundation hosts free-to-the-public Music Nights at Saengerfest Park.
OCCURS
September
2025
Sandcastle Competition
Galveston | 2025
Teams of architects, designers, engineers, and contractors compete to win the prestigious 'Golden Bucket' award.
STARTS
September
2025
Galveston Island Shrimp Festival
Galveston | 2025
Activities at this two-day event include a shrimp gumbo cook-off, gumbo tasting, live music, parade, and outdoors show.
OCCURS
September
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
September
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
September
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
September
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCTOBER
OCCURS
October
2025
ArtWalk
Galveston | 2025
The Galveston Art Center has been producing this self-guided walking tour on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district for over 25 years.
STARTS
October
2025
Island Oktoberfest
Galveston | 2025
Attendees are encouraged to dress in costume for this family-friendly festival with authentic German food and libations.
OCCURS
October
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
October
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
October
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
October
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
NOVEMBER
OCCURS
November
2025
ArtWalk
Galveston | 2025
The Galveston Art Center has been producing this self-guided walking tour on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district for over 25 years.
STARTS
November
2025
Lone Star Rally
Galveston | 2025
Rally features custom bike show, celebrity appearances, music performers, biker parades, contests, and more.
OCCURS
November
2025
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Colonel
Galveston | 2025
Enjoy a two-hour evening dinner cruise with beautiful views of Offats Bayou aboard this replica of an 1800's paddlewheel boat.
STARTS
November
2025
Holiday in the Gardens
Galveston | 2025
Enjoy a mile-long trail around Moody Gardens with more than one million lights and spectacular views of Galveston Bay.
OCCURS
November
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
November
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
November
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
November
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
DECEMBER
STARTS
December
2025
Dickens on The Strand
Galveston | 2025
Hearkening back to a historical era, this magical celebration features parades, food, carolers, and entertainment.
STARTS
December
2025
A Christmas Carol
Galveston | 2025
The Grand 1894 Opera House performing arts theatre features local entertainment, national talent, and touring productions.
OCCURS
December
2025
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Colonel
Galveston | 2025
Enjoy a two-hour evening dinner cruise with beautiful views of Offats Bayou aboard this replica of an 1800's paddlewheel boat.
OCCURS
December
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
December
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
December
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
December
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
JANUARY
STARTS
January
2026
Galveston Restaurant Week
Galveston | 2026
Simply make reservations at participating restaurants to enjoy two-course lunches and/or two- to three-course dinners.
STARTS
January
2026
Yaga's Chili Quest and Beer Fest
Galveston | 2026
Lovers of hot chili and cold beer anticipate this annual event featuring a variety of crafted beers and chili cook-off teams.
OCCURS
January
2026
ArtWalk
Galveston | 2026
The Galveston Art Center has been producing this self-guided walking tour on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district for over 25 years.
OCCURS
January
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
January
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
January
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
January
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
FEBRUARY
STARTS
February
2026
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Galveston | 2026
Galas, festive events, bead throwing, and live entertainment make this one of the most popular annual events in Texas.
OCCURS
February
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
February
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
February
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
February
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
MARCH
OCCURS
March
2026
ArtWalk
Galveston | 2026
The Galveston Art Center has been producing this self-guided walking tour on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district for over 25 years.
OCCURS
March
2026
Dinner Cruise Aboard the Colonel
Galveston | 2026
Enjoy a two-hour evening dinner cruise with beautiful views of Offats Bayou aboard this replica of an 1800's paddlewheel boat.
OCCURS
March
ONGOING
Historic Harbor Tour and Dolphin Watch
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
March
ONGOING
1892 Bishop's Palace Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
March
ONGOING
1895 Moody Mansion Self-Guided Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
OCCURS
March
ONGOING
1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Tour
Galveston | ONGOING
Galveston Historical Foundation is devoted to the preservation and stewardship of historic properties in Galveston County.
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