Visit Galveston Press Releases

The Birthplace of Juneteenth: Galveston Offers Events, Tours, and Attractions to Celebrate Emancipation

05/31/23

As the birthplace of Juneteenth, Galveston offers visitors the chance to experience our country’s newest federal holiday in living color.

Summer Season Brings Water Safety Awareness to Galveston Beaches

05/29/23

Beach Patrol Sheds Light on National Beach Safety Week with Reminders to Beachgoers

Galveston Island Kicks off Tourism Season with New Amenities, Upgraded Attractions

05/22/23

Memorial Day Weekend Signals Start of Summer Season

Galveston Reports Record Tourism Success in New Economic Impact Study

05/01/23

Visit Galveston announces a record $1.2B in tourist spending and 25% increase in annual visitation in report released Monday

Texas Historical Commission Launches Historic Overnights in Galveston

04/28/23

Have you ever wanted to know more about who lived in the historic home you’re staying in, or what the world outside it looked like a century and a half ago?...

5 Reasons to Visit Galveston Island This Summer

04/19/23

New Attractions, Festivals and More to Boost Your Next Visit to the Beach

Mother’s Day Weekend to Bring Delicious Family Fun at Moody Gardens

04/12/23

Mother’s Day Buffets, Yaga’s Wild Game BBQ Cook-off, Spa Services, Hotel Packages, and More!

Head to Galveston This Spring Break for Fun on the Beach, New Attractions

03/08/23

Spring break is right around the corner which means flocks of Texans and regional travelers will be saying goodbye to winter as they head to the beach....

Moody Gardens Introduces Two Fintastic Exhibits At The Discovery Museum This Spring Break

02/22/23

Guests Can Delve into Planet Earth: Deep Sea Adventures Photo Exhibit and Sharks In-Depth

Historic League-Kempner House to Open Its Doors Once Again

02/22/23

After years of neglect, this 1893 Broadway Beauty is undergoing major restoration thanks to the vision and hard work of Houstonian Janie Mitcham.

Galveston Naval Museum Announces New Women of World War II Exhibit And A New Look

02/22/23

Galveston Naval Museum (GNM), home of the World War II fighting vessels USS Stewart and USS Cavalla announces their all-new Women of World War II exhibit...

Galveston Episcopal Churches Raise Funds For Headstone for The Rev. Thomas Cain

02/22/23

The Episcopal churches on Galveston Island are raising money for a grave marker for the Rev. Thomas Cain. The Rev. Cain was called to serve as the second vicar...