Cruise Galveston Getaway: Your Pre and Post-Cruise Haven
Start your vacation before your cruise and extend the fun after it ends. . .it's island time!
Immerse yourself in the island experience! Spend a little extra time soaking up the sun on Galveston’s beaches, savoring local flavors, or exploring the island’s rich history. With festivals, fresh seafood, and that signature Texas charm, a pre- or post-cruise stay lets you enjoy the best of beachfront relaxation and island adventure.
Discover festivals, delicious dining, and island style shopping. Explore unique experiences, Victorian architecture, and museums. With 32 miles of beach, there’s plenty to enjoy.
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Upcoming Events Not To Be Missed
Feb 11 to Feb 18
Each Mardi Gras season, the Galveston County Museum exhibits historic Mardi Gras artifacts. This colorful explosion of Mardi Gras past includes…
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Feb 11 to Feb 17
The colors. The parades. The beads. The incredible food, music, and more fun for all ages.Discover the excitement of Mardi Gras…
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Feb 11
Guest Speaker: Carol Bunch DavisTopic: "Beyond The Waves: The Untold Story of Galveston's Black Lifeguards"Make plans to join us for our…
Feb 12
Think you’re the know-it-all of Galveston? Come flex those brain muscles and join us for a series of trivia nights supporting…
Feb 12, 2026, Mar 12, 2026
Feb 13
Grown ups: need a safe, engaging place for your kids to go while you’re at work or at an event? Kiddos…
Feb 14
Offering participants a rare look into parts of the National Historic Landmark that are typically off-limits, the 1892 Bishop’s Palace Basement…
Weekly on Saturday, starting from Apr 19, 2025, 51 times
Feb 14
Enjoy a picturesque Valentine’s Day sunset cruise aboard Seagull II, Galveston Historical Foundation’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable, and sheltered…
Feb 15
Galveston's Own Farmers Market (GOFM), operated by Groundswell, is an inclusive and vibrant marketplace featuring locally-grown produce, farm products, prepared foods…
Weekly on Sunday, starting from Jan 11, 2026, forever
Feb 15
Come show off your babies directly after the Barkus & Meowe Parade. Drink specials for the pawents, and pup-cups for the…
Feb 17
Members of GHF’s AAHC will speak about Galveston’s Central High School basketball and baseball programs, including Coach Wilbur Byrd and star…
Feb 17
Celebrate Fat Tuesday with the Naked Iguana! Live music featuring Galveston native, Patrick Olivier. Come soak in the southern sounds of…
Feb 18
Make plans to join us at Nia Cultural Center while we celebrate our history through our "Looking Back" Brown Bag Lecture…
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