Head to Galveston Island This Spring Break for Fun on the Beach, Circus on the Sand and much more

Zoppé Italian Family Circus
Dates: March 6-30
Location: Stewart Beach Tickets and Showtimes: Available at www.zoppe.net

The Zoppé Family Circus, renowned for its blend of traditional circus acts and heartwarming storytelling, is set to delight audiences with a limited-time engagement on Galveston Island this spring. It is the perfect addition to any weekend or spring break itinerary while in Galveston.

In their 550-seat tent, no one is more than 20 feet from the ring, creating an intimate, immersive experience. Join the Zoppé family for this unforgettable adventure. Experience the joy, thrills, and humanity that have captivated audiences for nearly two centuries. Show highlights include the endearingly entertaining Nino the Clown, artistic acrobats, majestic equestrian stunts, canine showstoppers and much more

New improvements to Galveston’s beach parks

While Seawall beaches are open year-round – Stewart Beach and East Beach will open for beachgoers March 7 for the 2026 beach season, offering a variety of special amenities and events.

Visitors to the beach parks can take advantage of restrooms, showers, beach chair rentals, and other concessions. In addition, beach wheelchairs are available at Stewart and East Beach to check out for free on a first-come, first-served basis.

Free Sandcastle Lessons at East Beach

Budding architects can learn how to build sandcastles from the pros during free sandcastle lessons taking place March 8 and 15 at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. at East Beach and every Saturday thereafter from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends. Some supplies are provided, but participants are encouraged to bring beach buckets and shovels.

Popular Galveston Attractions Open Daily for Spring Break

Many of Galveston’s popular attractions will be open daily during spring break. The Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier amusement park will be open everyday March 7-23. The island’s many historic mansions and museums such as Bishop’s Palace and the Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum will also be open daily throughout the season.

Family friendly shows at The Grand 1894 Opera House

The Grand 1894 Opera House is the official Opera House of Texas. Showcasing an annual calendar including dance, theater, music and children’s programming, a show at The Grand is a special occasion. No seat is more than 70 feet from the stage. During spring break, families can enjoy special programming like Peppa Pig: My First Concert and Wizard of Oz on ice. To learn more, go to www.thegrand.com/upcoming-events.

Moody Gardens Introduces Spring Break Camps and Guided Tour Adventures

At Moody Gardens, visitors can explore the Aquarium, Rainforest and Discovery Pyramids and much more. Pyramid Kids Camps for children grades K-8 will take place from March 9-13. They feature a mix of activities, animal presentations, games, crafts and more. Junior golfers can hit the links during a camp set for March 10-12. Adults can share in the fun, too. The Spring Adventures program includes early entry into themed attractions in the rainforest and aquarium pyramids starting with a guided tour and followed by an animal presentation. Go to www.moodygardens.org for more information.

Environmental Initiatives Aimed at Keeping Beaches Clean

Visitors to Galveston’s beaches will have several ways to help keep them clean for all to enjoy. At several locations, they will find Up2U free trash bags to collect their waste and Beach Toy Borrow boxes to recycle used beach toys. Additionally, the Leave No Trace ordinance will be enforced during the spring and summer seasons. The Leave No Trace ordinance mandates that visitors do not leave belongings on the beach overnight -- like coolers, chairs and tents -- to protect wildlife and prevent items from being washed into the ocean.

Washed Ashore Sculptures on Display

Spring Break brings an opportunity to view Galveston’s very own Washed Ashore sculpture made entirely from marine debris found along the island’s coastline. Gerte of the Gulf is a reddish egret, the official bird of Galveston, and a threatened species will be on display at Marmo Plaza at 22nd and Market St. until March 30. This interactive sculpture offers a striking visual reminder of the plastic that ends up in our oceans. Galveston Island’s piece tells a local story with global impact, using familiar items—like bottle caps, flip-flops and even beach toys—to connect with visitors of all ages.

Cultural Experiences in Galveston’s Downtown Cultural Arts District

The Galveston Downtown Cultural Arts District, an official cultural district designated by the Texas Commission on the Arts, offers an intriguing selection of theaters, shops, restaurants and museums that are well worth visiting. The Victorian architecture of Strand Street, widely known as The Strand, makes for a charming stroll as you shop for unique finds or grab sweets at LaKing’s Confectionery. Saengerfest Park at 23rd and Strand is a free family park home to a life-size chessboard and regular live entertainment. Be sure to also check out the district’s 20-plus art galleries, displaying fine art, sculpture and photography in beautifully restored historic buildings -- many can be found on Postoffice Street.

Save Big with the Galveston Island Pass

Visit Galveston provides visitors with a special passport to adventure and savings with the Galveston Island Pass. The pass allows visitors to experience multiple Galveston attractions on one ticket and save 40 percent off regular admission prices. For more information and to purchase a pass, visit www.GalvestonIslandPass.com

About Galveston Island

Galveston Island, Texas is a resilient historic beach town located 50 miles south of Houston. The birthplace of Juneteenth and home to the second largest immigration port into the U.S. in the 1880s, today Galveston Island is a major tourism destination for Texas and beyond. Galveston offers miles of beaches, top-tier museums, family attractions, plus special events and festivals. Galveston’s port is the fourth busiest for cruise passengers in North America and the island eagerly welcomes more than eight million visitors each year. To plan your Galveston Island experience, go to www.visitgalveston.com.

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