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Mardi Gras! Galveston returns February 10 - 21, 2023

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It's Island Time

While the 32-miles of beaches are not to be missed, Galveston offers so much more beyond the beach!

Galveston, Texas is a charming Southern retreat just 50 miles from Houston. It's a destination full of art, historic architecture, chic boutiques, ghost legends and more - all tucked within a quaint Gulf Coast barrier island. Come experience the charm of Galveston Island. #LoveGalveston

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Activities
Mardi Gras! Galveston Parade Schedules

Posted 1/23/2023
by Visit Galveston

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Activities
VIP Experiences to Elevate Your Mardi Gras! Galveston Celebration

Posted 1/25/2023
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Mardi Gras Galveston Returns in 2023, Headliners Announced

Posted 1/1/2023
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Holidays
Valentine's Day Date Night Ideas in Galveston

Posted 1/2/2023

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Activities
10 Reasons To Visit Galveston in 2023

Posted 1/2/2023
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Activities
Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea Traveling Exhibit in Galveston, Texas

Posted 12/8/2022

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Island Time
Galveston Welcomes Winter Texans

Now that you’ve escaped the cold winter by heading south, it’s island time!

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Activities
9 Great Off-Season Things to do With Teens on Galveston Island

Posted 12/20/2022
by Nicky Omohundro

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Activities
Best Ways To See The Battleship Texas In Galveston

Posted 9/2/2022
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Activities
Visiting Galveston on a Budget

Posted 7/29/2022
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On The Horizon
Mark Your Calendar
Mardi Gras! Galveston

When: February 10-12, 17-19, and 21

Celebrate Mardi Gras in Galveston, TX at the 3rd largest Mardi Gras celebration in the country with several parades, live entertainment, street food vendors and much more.

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Calendar of Events
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Upcoming Events
Galveston Stories
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Things to Do in Galveston
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Galveston Itineraries
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Galveston History & Heritage
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Galveston Arts & Culture

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Upcoming Events   |   See All
Feb092023
Mar052023
Washed Ashore: Art to Save The Sea
This event is currently underway.
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Feb102023
Mardi Gras! Galveston
There are future dates for this event.
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Feb102023
Mardi Gras! Galveston Parades
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Feb102023
Houston Audubon Urban Bird Survey - Moody Gardens Golf Course

1700 Syndor Lane
Galveston, Texas 77554

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Feb102023
Beach Clean-up/Nurdle Patrol (on the beach) - Turtle Island Restoration Network

601 Tremont
Galveston, Texas

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Feb112023
The Jolly Jester Jaunt – Official Mardi Gras! Galveston 5K

601 Tremont
Galveston, Texas 77550

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Latest Stories
Welcome to Galveston Island

Where the Texas Coast begins.

See the latest stories from our blog, and start dreaming of your perfect Galveston travel experience.
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Podcast
Podcast: The Mardi Gras Experience on Galveston Island

Posted 2/3/2023
by J.R. Shaw

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Activities
How To Make the Most of A Family Trip To Galveston

Posted 2/1/2023
by Nicky Omohundro

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Podcast
Podcast: History of The Grand 1894 Opera House

Posted 1/27/2023
by J.R. Shaw

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Activities
Top 7 Places to Explore in Galveston Before Heading Out (or Coming Back) From Your Cruise

Posted 1/26/2023
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Activities
VIP Experiences to Elevate Your Mardi Gras! Galveston Celebration

Posted 1/25/2023
by Visit Galveston

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people carry open umbrellas in the mardi gras umbrella brigade
Activities
Mardi Gras! Galveston Parade Schedules

Posted 1/23/2023
by Visit Galveston

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