Experience Galveston Island

Coastal Charm, Deep Roots, and Fresh Discovery

Walk historic streets, feel the Gulf breeze on your skin, and dig into the flavors of the coast.

Galveston is an island shaped by stories of freedom, resilience, celebration, and everyday joy. With 32 miles of beaches, fresh seafood on every corner, and a full calendar of festivals, there’s always something happening. Explore museums, set out on a boat tour, or spend the day watching waves roll in. Galveston Island makes it easy to slow down, reconnect, and create your kind of escape.

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Upcoming Events in Galveston

Oct 24 to Nov 1

Black Lagoon

The Halloween pop-up of your nightmares is here! Daiquiri Time Out transforms into the Black Lagoon, serving up spooky cocktails in…

Oct 24 to Oct 25

Galveston Island Oktoberfest 2025

Every October, Galveston’s historic district fills with music, food, and festivities during the island’s annual family-friendly Oktoberfest celebration.Enjoy live German music…

Oct 24

Women In Coastal Science Speaker Series

Women in Coastal Science is an award-winning eight-part program series showcasing women scientists who tackle the challenges our coastal environment faces…

Oct 24

Evenings in The Promenade at The San Luis Resort

Evenings in The Promenade at The San Luis ResortSip, savor, and soak in the perfect blend of seaside serenity and elegant…

Oct 24

Live at Lucine: Songs for Lila

Every Friday and Saturday from 6-9 PM-ish, we're jammin' at Hotel Lucine with live music, tasty bites, and drinks worth sticking…

Oct 24

Celeste Marie Wilson at Indies Coffee Bar and Speakeasy

Come join Celeste Marie Wilson for a night of acoustic music, stories and entertainment at Indies Coffee Bar and Speakeasy!- $1…

Oct 25

Halloween at the Haunted Rig

On Saturday, October 25th, the Ocean Star Museum & Education Center will transform into a family-friendly Halloween adventure where energy education…

Oct 25

Basement To Attic Tours of the 1892 Bishop's Palace

Offering participants a rare look into parts of the National Historic Landmark that are typically off-limits, the 1892 Bishop’s Palace Basement…

Oct 25

Ave L Baptist Church Fall Festival Market

We will be having a fall market at the FIRST BLACK BAPTIST CHURCH IN TEXAS. We will have lots of vendors…

Oct 25

Dia de Los Muertos Fiesta

Presented by LULAC Council 151Day of the Dead (Dia De Los Muertos) is an ancient Mexican holiday that reunites the living…

Oct 25

1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Sail Training

Sail training on ELISSA gives the participants the once-in-a-lifetime chance to sail onboard a historic sailing ship from 1877 and literally…

Oct 25

First Annual Fall Gala Honoring Texas Women & Texas Waves

Join the Texas Surf Museum for their 1st Annual Fall Gala! Help them raise funds for future exhibits & preserve their…