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Galveston Island Calendar of Events
ArtWalk
Date: January 19, 2008
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Galveston’s Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.galvestonartscenter.org; 409-763-2403
Description: ArtWalk is Galveston’s free evening in celebration of the visual arts. Galleries, restaurants and other businesses open their doors to host artists from all over the world and welcome visitors. Most locations are within walking distance in Galveston’s charming Historic Downtown District, although the popular event has now expanded to other locations on the island.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Date: January 25 – February 5, 2008
Location: Galveston Island
For more information: www.mardigrasgalveston.com; 1-888-GAL-ISLE
Description: For 12 days and 11 nights, Galveston Island is overtaken by spectacular parades, elaborate masked balls, and flamboyant costumes
ArtWalk
Date: March 1, 2008
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Galveston’s Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.galvestonartscenter.org; 409-763-2403
Description: ArtWalk is Galveston’s free evening in celebration of the visual arts. Galleries, restaurants and other businesses open their doors to host artists from all over the world and welcome visitors. Most locations are within walking distance in Galveston’s charming Historic Downtown District, although the popular event has now expanded to other locations on the island.
Art in the Park
Date: March 1, 2008
Time: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Location: Saengerfest Park (23rd Street and the Strand)
Description: Art in the Park is an open air market event on the Strand. It is held on the first Saturday of the month from March through October.
Galveston Home, Garden and Leisure Show
Date: March 8-9, 2008
Time: Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm; Sunday: 11:00am-4:00pm
Location: Galveston Island Convention Center, 5600 Seawall
Ticket Price: $6.00 Adults; $4.00 Students/Seniors; Children under 4 Free
For more information: 409-762-3930
Description: Showcases everything from fine crafts and gourmet food to everything you would need to make your lawn and garden more beautiful.
St. Patrick’s Day Annual Festival
Date: March 17, 2008
Time: 11:00am-6:00pm
Location: St. Patrick’s Church, 1010 35th Street
For more information: 409-762-9646
Description: St. Patrick’s Catholic Church hosts an annual celebration featuring green beer, authentic Irish stew and attractions for the kids.
FeatherFest
Date: April 3 - 6, 2008
Location: Old Galveston Square, 2200 Strand with trips by boat, kayak, and van to numerous birding and nature destinations. $30 per person for registration, other costs vary.
For more information: www.galvestonfeatherfest.com, vollernature@houston.rr.com, or call 409-392-0841.
Description: Three and one half days of seminars, workshops and field trips with a focus on Birding during the Spring bird migration season, led by experts. Plus three social evenings, a keynote dinner, a Birders Bazaar and Birders Café. Highly rated in all prior years. For details keep watching the website which is hosted by galveston.com, www.galvestonfeatherfest.com
Grand Kids Festival
Date: April 5, 2008
Time: 10:00am-5:00pm
Location: The Grand 1894 Opera House
Ticket Price: Advance $1.50 Adults; $1.00 Children;
Day of event: $3.00 Adults; $2.00 Children
For more information: www.thegrand.com; 800-821-1894
Description: A celebration of folk art and fun. Three blocks of fun in historic downtown Galveston!
Art in the Park
Date: April 5, 2008
Time: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Location: Saengerfest Park (23rd Street and the Strand)
Description: Art in the Park is an open air market event on the Strand. It is held on the first Saturday of the month from March through October.
ArtWalk
Date: April 12, 2008
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Galveston’s Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.galvestonartscenter.org; 409-763-2403
Description: ArtWalk is Galveston’s free evening in celebration of the visual arts. Galleries, restaurants and other businesses open their doors to host artists from all over the world and welcome visitors. Most locations are within walking distance in Galveston’s charming Historic Downtown District, although the popular event has now expanded to other locations on the island.
Oleander and Gardening Festival
Date: April 24-27, 2008
Time: 10:00am-4:00pm
Location: Moody Gardens Visitor’s Center, One Hope Blvd.
For more information: www.oleander.org; 409-762-9334
Description: Celebrate the official flower of Galveston Island. Festival includes a floral design show and contest and oleander exhibit.
18th Annual Spirit of Flight Air show
Date: April 26-27, 2008
Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
Location: The Lone Star Flight Museum; 2002 Terminal Drive
For more information: www.lonestarflight.org; 888-FLIGHT-8
Description: Experience the power and heart-pounding action of historic war birds, current military jets and top aerobatic performers in action at the Spirit of Flight Air show.
Texas Adopt-A-Beach Clean Up
Date: April 26, 2008
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Location: Menard Park, 2119 27th Street
For more information: 409-762-3363
Description: Volunteers will help clean Galveston’s beaches and collect data in this national beach clean up event.
Art in the Park
Date: May 3, 2008
Time: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Location: Saengerfest Park (23rd Street and the Strand)
Description: Art in the Park is an open air market event on the Strand. It is held on the first Saturday of the month from March through October.
34th Annual Historic Homes Tour
Date: May 3-4 and May 10-11, 2008
Time: Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm; Sunday: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Ticket Price: Advance: $20.00/ $15.00 for groups of 20 or more; Day of event: $25.00
For more information: www.galvestonhistory.org; 409-765-7834
Description: Discover Galveston Island’s enchanting and stately heritage as privately owned homes are open to the public to view.
Cinco De Mayo
Date: May 5, 2008
Time: 3:00pm-7:00pm
Location: VFW Hall, 24th and Ave K.
For more information: www.lulac151.com
Description: LULAC #151 hosts the Fiesta de la Isla, Festival of the Island, to commemorate Cinco de Mayo.
Galveston Uncorked
Date: TBA
Location: Historic Downtown District
For more information: 409-771-8600
Description: The event showcases wines from around the corner to around the world. Wine enthusiasts will be able to taste a multitude of wines and figure out what your particular palate is. In addition to a wide variety of wines, local restaurants will be participating by showcasing their own specialties and pairing them with wines to accent the different foods. The wine stroll will unite the restored architecture and romantic charm of Galveston’s Historic Downtown District.
12th Annual World Wild Game Championship and BBQ Cook-off
Date: May 9-10, 2008
Location: Pier 21
For more information: www.yagaschildrensfund.org; ycfund@houston.rr.com,
832-247-1311 or 713-818-5507
Description: This event allows backyard chefs, sportsmen and women, and outdoor enthusiasts to show off their culinary skills and enjoy some good ‘ole fashion fun. This event benefits the Yaga’s Children’s Fund which supports area children’s charities each year. Features live entertainment, silent auction, and a fireworks display, and a children’s activity area.
ArtWalk
Date: May 24, 2008
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Galveston’s Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.galvestonartscenter.org; 409-763-2403
Description: ArtWalk is Galveston’s free evening in celebration of the visual arts. Galleries, restaurants and other businesses open their doors to host artists from all over the world and welcome visitors. Most locations are within walking distance in Galveston’s charming Historic Downtown District, although the popular event has now expanded to other locations on the island.
Houston’s 107.5 Memorial Day Rod Run and Classic Car Show
Date: May 24, 2008
Time: 11:00am-3:00pm
Location: Historic Strand Avenue
For more information: www.klde.com; For car entry call: 713-561-8047
Description: Rev your engines, grab your travlin’ buddy and cruise on down to Galveston Island for this annual car show that allows the classic cars of yesteryear to show that nothing competes with the old-fashioned muscle car.
22nd Annual AIA Sandcastle Competition
Date: May 31, 2008
Time: 10:00am-5:00pm
Location: East Beach
Parking Fee: $10.00
For more information: www.aiasandcastle.com; 713-520-0155
Description: The Houston Chapter of the American Institute of Architects hosts this annual competition where over 80 teams that consist of Houston area architects, designers, engineers, and contractors compete with their sand sculpting tools.
Galveston Summer Band Concerts
Date: Every Tuesday in June, July, August
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Sealy Gazebo, 24th Street and Ave. I
Price: Free
Description: The Galveston Island Beach Band, directed by Frank. G. Incaprera, performs at every concert with musical entertainment for the whole family.
15th Annual Back Garden Tour
Date: June 7-8, 2008
Time: Saturday: 10:00am -5:00pm; Sunday: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Ticket Price: Advance $7.00; Day of event: $10.00
For more information: 409-762-3363
Description: Tour nine beautiful east end gardens.
Art in the Park
Date: June 7, 2008
Time: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Location: Saengerfest Park (23rd Street and the Strand)
Description: Art in the Park is an open air market event on the Strand. It is held on the first Saturday of the month from March through October.
Juneteenth
Date: June 7-19, 2008
For more information: www.galveston.com; 409-744-1491
Description: The Galveston Island Juneteenth Coalition coordinates a week long celebration to highlight the history of Juneteenth and Galveston Island. Activities include a Jubilee parade, a picnic, prayer services, musicals, banquets and educational exhibits and demonstrations.
Great Texas Catamaran Race
Date: June 11-14, 2008
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Location: East Beach
Parking: $8.00
For more information: greattexas300@gmail.com, 512-844-0160
Description: This is one of the premier long distance, beach catamaran races in the US. This 300 mile long beach catamaran race is sailed in four separate legs, starts in South Padre Island, Texas on Wednesday, June 11th and ends on Galveston Island on June 14th.
July 4th Parade
Date: July 4, 2008
Time: 10:00am
Parade Route: Stages at 25th and Santa Fe Place; Santa Fe Place to the Strand at 21st; 21st to Postoffice; then Postoffice to 24th; 24th to Sealy.
Following the parade there will be a 4th of July celebration at Sealy Pavilion (24th and Sealy) with patriotic entertainment, free hot dogs and lemonade, and free American flags for the children
July 4th Fireworks Display
Date: July 4, 2008
Time: 9:15pm
Location: 37th and Seawall
For more information: www.galveston.com; 888-GAL-ISLE
Description: 20+ minute fireworks spectacular over Galveston Island’s beach to commemorate the 4th of July.
ArtWalk
Date: July 5, 2008
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Galveston’s Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.galvestonartscenter.org; 409-763-2403
Description: ArtWalk is Galveston’s free evening in celebration of the visual arts. Galleries, restaurants and other businesses open their doors to host artists from all over the world and welcome visitors. Most locations are within walking distance in Galveston’s charming Historic Downtown District, although the popular event has now expanded to other locations on the island.
Art in the Park
Date: July 5, 2008
Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: Saengerfest Park (23rd Street and the Strand)
Description: Art in the Park is an open air market event on the Strand. It is held on the first Saturday of the month from March through October.
Texas Race Week in Galveston
Date: July 24-26, 2008
Time: Races will begin between 10:00am and 12:00pm
Location: East Beach to 25th and Seawall
For more information: 1-888-GAL-ISLE
Description: More than 50 sail boats will race on the waters of the Gulf of Mexico during Texas Race Week. This event will happen in Galveston for a second consecutive year, after a very successful return to Galveston in 2007. There will be one race each day, and the recommended places to watch the races are East Beach, Stewart Beach, or a few miles down the Seawall.
Art in the Park
Date: August 2, 2008
Time: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Location: Saengerfest Park (23rd Street and the Strand)
Description: Art in the Park is an open air market event on the Strand. It is held on the first Saturday of the month from March through October.
ArtWalk
Date: August 23, 2008
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Galveston’s Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.galvestonartscenter.org; 409-763-2403
Description: ArtWalk is Galveston’s free evening in celebration of the visual arts. Galleries, restaurants and other businesses open their doors to host artists from all over the world and welcome visitors. Most locations are within walking distance in Galveston’s charming Historic Downtown District, although the popular event has now expanded to other locations on the island.
Art in the Park
Date: September 6, 2008
Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: Saengerfest Park (23rd Street and the Strand)
Description: Art in the Park is an open air market event on the Strand. It is held on the first Saturday of the month from March through October.
Texas Adopt-A-Beach Clean Up
Date: September 20, 2008
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Location: Menard Park, 2119 27th Street
For more information: 409-762-3363
Description: Volunteers will help clean Galveston’s beaches and collect data in this national beach clean up event.
Art in the Park
Date: October 4, 2008
Time: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Location: Saengerfest Park (23rd Street and the Strand)
Description: Art in the Park is an open air market event on the Strand. It is held on the first Saturday of the month from March through October.
11th Annual Downtown Lofts Tour
Date: October 4-5, 2008
Time: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Location: Historic Downtown District
Ticket Price: Advance tickets $10.00; Day of event $12.00
For more information: 409-763-7080
Description: Take a tour of some the most charming historic buildings within the downtown area.
ArtWalk
Date: October 11, 2008
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Galveston’s Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.galvestonartscenter.org; 409-763-2403
Description: ArtWalk is Galveston’s free evening in celebration of the visual arts. Galleries, restaurants and other businesses open their doors to host artists from all over the world and welcome visitors. Most locations are within walking distance in Galveston’s charming Historic Downtown District, although the popular event has now expanded to other locations on the island.
27th Annual Greek Festival
Date: October 10-12, 2008
Time: Friday: 5:00pm-10:00pm; Saturday: 11:00am-10:00pm; Sunday: Noon-7:00pm
Location: Greek Orthodox Church, 19th Street and Ball
For more information: 409-762-7591
Description: Experience the warm hospitality, outstanding cuisine and ease of Greek dancing at Galveston Island’s Greek Festival, hosted by the Galveston Greek Community.
ARToberFEST
Date: October 18-19, 2008
Time: Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm; Sunday: 10:00am to 5:00pm
Location: 21st and 23rd and Postoffice Street
Admission: $3.00 for Adults; Children 12 and under FREE
For more information: www.artoberfest.com
Description: Galveston's premier art event! The Island's hospitality and the relaxed atmosphere provide a beautiful setting in which to enjoy the wide variety of original art in all media.
Oktoberfest
Date: October 25, 2008
Time: 10:00am-6:00pm
Ticket Price: Free Admission
Location: First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2415 Ave G.
For more information: 409-762-8477
Description: This fun, family festival tradition will feature authentic German food and beverage, live entertainment by the world-renowned Alpenfest Band, unique quality arts, craft and gift booths, games, auction, children’s activities, and much more. All vendors will be in the historic 1860 Old Church and Lyceum Hall (adjacent to the present sanctuary.) Admission is free, with donations to First Lutheran’s Capital Campaign appreciated. Festival goers are encouraged to dress in authentic German costume.
Lone Star Motorcycle Rally
Date: October 30 – November 2, 2008
Location: Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.lonestarrally.com; 281-597-8800
Description: Come down to Galveston Island as more than 250,000 motorcyclists descend on Galveston for a weekend of showcasing some of the finest machines known to man.
17th Annual Texas Aviation Hall of Fame Fly Day
Date: November 8-9, 2008
Time: 9:00am-5:00pm
Ticket Price: $8.00 Adults; $5.00 Children ages 5-12; Children under 5 Free
Location: The Lone Star Flight Museum, 2002 Terminal Drive
For more information: www.lonestarflight.org; 888-FLIGHT-8
Description: The warbirds of the Lone Star Flight Museum's award winning collection will make their final flights of the year over the field, signaling an end to the 2008 air show campaign and the beginning of heavy winter maintenance.
5th Annual Save a Ship Program and Veteran’s Day Salute
Date: November 11, 2008
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Ticket Price: Free admission to park and ships
Location: Seawolf Park
For more information: www.galveston.com; 888-GAL-ISLE
Description: A grand program to honor Veterans of the past. The program will be complete with guest speakers, a fly over, lifesaving rescues, JR ROTC members, representatives from every branch of the Armed Forces, and entertainment.
7th Annual Moody Gardens Festival of Lights
Date: November 16, 2008- January 5, 2009
Tickets: $5.95
Location: Moody Gardens, One Hope Blvd.
For more information: www.moodygardens.com; 800-582-4673
Description: Brighten up your holiday season with a lighted tour of Moody Gardens
12th Annual Landry’s and San Luis Resort Holiday Spectacular
Date: November 22, 2008
Time: 5:00pm
Location: Landry’s and San Luis Resort. 53rd and Seawall
For more information: www.sanluisresort.com; 800-445-0090
Description: Carolers, choruses, bands and more will help welcome the holiday season to the Island with festivity and excitement.
ArtWalk
Date: November 29, 2008
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Galveston’s Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.galvestonartscenter.org; 409-763-2403
Description: ArtWalk is Galveston’s free evening in celebration of the visual arts. Galleries, restaurants and other businesses open their doors to host artists from all over the world and welcome visitors. Most locations are within walking distance in Galveston’s charming Historic Downtown District, although the popular event has now expanded to other locations on the island.
33rd Annual Dickens on the Strand
Date: December 6-7, 2008
Time: Saturday: 10:00am-9:00pm Sunday: 10:00am-6:00pm
Ticket: $10 in advance and $12 at the gate. Tickets for children 7 to 12 are $4 in advance and $6 at the gate. Children six years and younger and participants dressed in full Victorian costume will be admitted FREE!
Location: Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.dickensonthestrand.org; 409-765-7834
Description: A holiday festival, where bobbies, Beefeaters and the Queen herself will be on hand to recreate the Victorian London of Charles Dickens.
Harbor Parade of Lights and Boat Festival
Date: December 13, 2008
Time: 6:00pm or dusk
Location: Pier 21
For more information: 409-763-7080
Description: It will be standing room only on the pier as viewers are invited to watch the decorated boats turn around and return to the basin.
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