Galveston Island Events

Discover Year-Round Fun on Galveston Island

Celebrate Island Time, Anytime

There’s always something happening on Galveston Island. From iconic festivals and holiday parades to art walks, concerts, and cultural celebrations, the island knows how to throw a party—and everyone’s invited.

With events nearly every weekend, you can catch live music by the beach, join in centuries-old traditions, or stumble upon something unexpected and unforgettable. Some come for the big-name festivals. Others find magic in the smaller moments. Either way, you’ll leave with a story.

Explore what’s happening, mark your calendar, and experience Galveston in full celebration mode—no matter when you visit.

Pictured: Galveston ArtWalk

Upcoming Events

SUMMER Annual Events

Juneteenth Celebrations

4th of July Events on Galveston Island

Galveston Island Wine Festival

Galveston Island Revue Weekend

FALL Annual Events

Galveston Sandcastle Festival

Galveston Island Shrimp Festival

Galveston Island Oktoberfest

October Haunts in Galveston, TX

Lone Star Rally

WINTER Annual Events

Holiday in The Gardens

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride in Galveston, Texas

Holiday Magic Meets Coastal Charm on Winter Wonder Island

Galveston Island Welcomes Winter Texans

Dickens on The Strand

Holiday With The Cranes

Yaga’s Chili Quest & Beer Fest

Galveston Art Week: Celebrate Creativity on the Gulf Coast

Galveston Museum Weekend

Galveston Restaurant Week

Mardi Gras! Galveston: Feb 6 — 17, 2026

SPRING Annual Events

La Izquierda Surf and Music Festival

Galveston Historic Homes Tour: May 2–3 & 9–10, 2026

Yaga’s Wild Game & BBQ Cook Off

Galveston Steampunk Festival

Mustang Week Texas

FeatherFest—Birding and Nature Photo Festival

The Grand Kids Festival

RailFest: Model Train Rally

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All Events

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Now Monthly! Galveston ArtWalk

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