Make plans to head to Galveston Island this Memorial Day Weekend, highlighted by new amenities, upgraded attractions and more!
Of course, beachgoers will enjoy the island’s 32 miles of sand and surf, but there’s plenty to do and see both on and off the beach during the holiday and throughout the summer season.
Galveston is home to several beach parks along its coastline – East Beach, Stewart Beach, Seawall Urban Park and Dellanera R.V. Park. These parks offer guests amenities that include restrooms, showers, beach chair rentals, volleyball courts, snack bars and concessions.
A significant improvement at family-friendly Stewart Beach includes a $1.4 million flood mitigation initiative aimed at improving parking in the area. Additionally, new mobile amenities - showers, changing rooms, and bathrooms - will be placed at the beach park.
At Dellanera RV Park on Galveston’s west end, beachgoers can take advantage of a remodeled pavilion and decks with expansive Gulf views.
The Galveston Naval Museum will host a Memorial Day Ceremony featuring Galveston Mayor Craig Brown as the keynote speaker. The event will take place May 30 at 11 a.m. at Seawolf Park, 100 Seawolf Parkway. Those attending may park for free from 9-11 a.m.
Join us as we come together to celebrate and honor our fallen veterans in a special event that is free to all spectators. The ceremony will take place at the VFW Post 880 followed by a golf cart procession through Downtown Galveston. The U.S. Coast Guard will be on hand to present and retire the flags, and will provide a send off with "Taps" being played by Clint Brown.
Schlitterbahn Galveston Waterpark features the most exciting collection of water rides in Texas and the Houston Area. Every member of your family will be thrilled by the large collection of water slides, lazy rivers, and water coasters.
The 2,000-acre Galveston Island State Park on the island’s west end spans the beach and the bay. For the last three years, the beachside portion has been closed and has undergone a $10 million renovation project. This summer, visitors to the park can expect to see new multi-use campsites with water and electrical hookups, a new hiking trail, a beach-accessible boardwalk, shelters for group activities, gear rentals, a new headquarters, plus a remodeled Nature Center on the bay. The park offers opportunities for guests to fish, camp, hike and birdwatch.
Where the Texas Coast begins.
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Visit Galveston
Visit Galveston is the official destination marketing organization for Galveston Island, Texas.
