With the approach of the fall season, Galveston Island is gearing up for an array of exciting events designed to offer entertainment, culture, and community engagement. From seafood delights to cultural celebrations, there’s something for everyone to savor.
Galveston Island Shrimp Festival
Date(s): Sept 22-23, 2023
Prepare to indulge in a seafood lover’s paradise at the Galveston Island Wild Texas Shrimp Festival. Hosted by Yaga’s Entertainment Inc., this festival will unfold at the vibrant Saengerfest Park downtown. Relish the finest shrimp gumbo the Gulf Coast has to offer while partaking in a seafood cook-off, gumbo tasting, L’il Shrimps Parade, and live music. Families can enjoy a children’s area and a Strand merchant walkabout.
WALKtoberFEST
Date(s): Oct 14, 2023
Calling all poker-playing and pub-crawling enthusiasts! Embark on a journey through Downtown Galveston during WALKtoberFEST. Follow your game maps to designated stops across historic districts, collecting poker chips from participating businesses. Return to Murphy’s Pub to draw a 7 Card Stud poker hand and stand a chance to win the Grand Prize of a $1,500 Marchi Travel Voucher. Additional prizes include shopping, dinners, and drinks on the town.
For more information, please visit Galveston, TX Calendar of Events | Visit Galveston
Galveston Greek Festival
Date(s): Oct 14-15, 2023
Immerse yourself in two days of Opa! and YaSou! at the Galveston Greek Festival. Savor authentic Greek cuisine, wines, beer, live music, dancing, children’s activities, and tours of the Church. Discover unique gifts from Greece, including icons, jewelry, ornaments, and more. Imported grocery items will also be available for purchase. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Greek culture and cuisine.
Island Oktoberfest
Date(s): Oct 27-28, 2023
Experience the essence of German heritage at Island Oktoberfest. Join the festivities at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Galveston for a weekend filled with traditional food, drinks, live performances, games, and activities. Come dressed in your finest German costumes and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Admission is free, so bring your friends and family to partake in the celebration.
ARToberFEST
Date(s): October 21-22, 2023
Art enthusiasts will find their haven at ARToberFEST, a juried fine art festival featuring diverse artists, food, and live music on Postoffice Street. Amid Galveston’s Victorian architecture, art galleries, and shops, this event promises a captivating experience. Even if you can’t attend in person, you can still enjoy the festival virtually. Proceeds from ARToberFEST benefit The Grand 1894 Opera House’s education and community outreach programs.
Lone Star Rally
Date(s): Nov 2-5, 2023
Rev up your engines for the Lone Star Rally, a thrilling event packed with entertainment for all ages. From juried bike shows and car displays to free concerts on two stages, this year’s rally guarantees non-stop excitement. With over 40 free musical performances ranging from classic rock to country, attendees are in for an unforgettable experience. Join the festivities at Saengerfest Park and Beach Central Park.
Galveston Island, located on the Gulf of Mexico just 50 miles from Houston, is a historic beach town renowned as a vacation haven. With 32 miles of beaches, family attractions, Texas’ premier cruise port, and a wealth of well-preserved Victorian architecture, including National Historic Landmarks, Galveston Island offers a diverse experience. It is the birthplace of Juneteenth and boasts popular amusements like Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark, along with various museums and recreational activities. For more information on Galveston Island, visit www.visitgalveston.com or call 1-888-GAL-ISLE.
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