Magical Experiences to Enjoy in Galveston, Texas this Holiday Season

Mark your calendar for unforgettable holiday events in Galveston, where festive traditions shine against a backdrop of coastal charm.

Celebrate the season island-style. Enjoy sunny skies, shimmering palms, and a coastal holiday experience that blends family traditions with seaside magic. With parades, lights, music, and more, Galveston captures the spirit of Christmas in ways you won't find anywhere else.

Pictured: Holiday in The Gardens at Moody Gardens

Ongoing Holiday Events

Dec 4 to Dec 23
The Polar Express Train Ride
An immersive family-oriented experience at the Galveston Railroad Museum held every year during the holiday season.
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Dec 4 to Jan 3, 2026
Holiday in The Gardens
Holiday in the Gardens at Moody Gardens is a beloved seasonal celebration that transforms the property into a winter wonderland filled…
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Nov 29
Christmas Light Tours
Starting November 29 through December 31, Carriage Haus Rentals will be offering Private Christmas Light Tours aboard their charming replica Model…
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Dec 5 to Dec 7
Dickens on the Strand
Brush off your bowlers and prepare your petticoats as Galveston Historical Foundation presents the 52nd annual Dickens on The Strand. Held…
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Holidays at The Grand 1894 Opera House

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Melody Smith, CTA

Director of Marketing

A Galveston Island expert and local enthusiast, Melody has over 20 years of experience in the tourism industry and thoroughly enjoys being a marketing professional in today's technology driven environment. If there is a good thing to know or a great place to go, she knows the answer.