How To Have A Fantastic Thanksgiving on Galveston Island

Trade the traditional for something a little sunnier this Thanksgiving on Galveston Island.

This Thanksgiving, make the holiday unforgettable. Gather your loved ones and head to Galveston Island. Relax at a cozy beach house, enjoy festive dinners and buffets, explore historic sites, or kick off the season with Winter Wonder Island's magical holiday events, all set against the backdrop of palm trees and the refreshing Gulf Coast breeze.

Winter Events

Thanksgiving Dinners & Buffets

Let someone else handle the holiday cooking with Galveston’s lineup of festive dining options.
Local restaurants and hotels serve up everything from classic turkey dinners to coastal-inspired spreads. Craving tradition or something a little different? You’ll find plenty of flavorful ways to celebrate Thanksgiving here.

More Holiday Experiences

Holiday in The Gardens
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride
Galveston’s Official Tree Lighting in Downtown Galveston

ALL UPCOMING HOLIDAY EVENTS

Oct 3
Haunted Impressions
GAC is collaborating with Kathleen Maca, local author, photographer, and historian, for an evening where history lingers in the shadows and…
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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
Local Author Book Sale & Signing
From local history to fiction, we will showcase local authors. Great opportunity to shop for the book lovers on your list…
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Dec 5
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
A powerful story of redemption, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol has enchanted audiences all over the world with its traditional message…
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Dec 9
A Prairie Home Companion Christmas
Some people believe the Creator of the Universe sent His Son to Earth in the form of an infant born to…
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Visit Galveston
Visit Galveston is the official destination marketing organization for Galveston Island, Texas.