Downtown Galveston

08/19/2026

The Galveston Island Wild Texas Shrimp Festival is a can't miss event! 🦐 Mark your calendars for September 25 & 26 for two days of gumbo tasting, live music, a 5K fun run, VIP experiences and more.

Get your tickets 🎟️ early and look forward to an exciting weekend in Galveston's Historic Strand District.

Find all the details here 👉 https://www.visitgalveston.com/events/annual-events/galveston-island-shrimp-festival/

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08/12/2026

Check out some of the exciting festivals and events happing in Downtown Galveston through December. Start planning your next trip: https://www.visitgalveston.com/events/

🦐 September
5 Gulfstock 2026
14-20 Pirate Festival
25-26 Shrimp Festival

🎨 October
10 & 11 Greek Festival
17 & 18 ARToberFEST
23 & 24 Oktoberfest
31 Dia De Los Mu***os

🏍️ November
5-8 Lone Star Rally

✨ December
4-6 Dickens on The Strand

08/10/2026

Have you been to MOD Coffeehouse on Postoffice Street? ☕ Enjoy loocally roasted coffee, housemade treats, and live music on the patio every Saturday through the end of August. 🎶

Here are a few more of our favorite coffee shops around town: https://www.visitgalveston.com/blog/best-coffee-galveston/

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08/07/2026

Add this to your Galveston bucket list. 🖌️🍷 Sip wine in Historic Downtown Galveston as you explore art galleries, shops, and restaurants at ArtWalk.

Here's a few of the galleries we'll be visiting ⬇️

✔️ Galveston Arts Center
✔️ Affaire d'art
✔️ Anne Lane Gallery
✔️ René Wiley Gallery
✔️ Water's Edge Digital Photography

See you downtown this Saturday from 6–9 PM.

More ArtWalk details 👉 https://www.visitgalveston.com/events/galveston-artwalk-experience-the-island-through-art/

08/07/2026

She's coming home! ⚓ ❤️ Celebrate the homecoming of the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA after her epic Galveston 250 Voyage and help us honor the crew, volunteers, and supporters behind this once-in-a-generation adventure.

This event is open to the public. Photography and welcome home signs are encouraged!
📍Galveston Historic Seaport at Pier 21
Saturday, August 15 from 11am-1pm

Continue the celebration with Galveston Historical Foundation at ELISSA'S Homecoming Reception
📍Galveston Historic Seaport
Saturday, August 15 from 5-7pm
🎟️ This is a ticketed event

More details: https://www.visitgalveston.com/events/the-1877-tall-ship-elissas-homecoming-reception/

Galveston Historic Seaport : Home of the 1877 Tall Ship Elissa

08/05/2026

Shop till you drop on The Strand! Spend the day exploring local boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, and more.

What’s your favorite spot? 💙

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08/04/2026

Looking for a fun night out this weekend in Downtown Galveston? Don't miss Bill Engvall performing at The Grand 1894 Opera House! Enjoy the ArtWalk festivities then grab dinner and a drink before the show for an evening filled with art, food, and live entertainment.

📍 2020 Postoffice St. | The Grand 1894 Opera House

More details: https://www.visitgalveston.com/events/bill-engvall-comedy-show-at-the-grand-1894-opera-house/

07/22/2026

It's ! ☀️

Today's view from Downtown Galveston is your reminder to plan a visit. Browse local boutiques, grab a bite or take in the historic architecture. It's a great day to experience everything downtown has to offer! 💙

07/10/2026

Weekend plans? Start in Downtown Galveston 🎨🎶

ArtWalk, the Strand Summer Series and plenty of other events are happening this weekend, with even more to enjoy across the island.

Check out a few weekend events below! ☀️

Check out all the awesome events happening this weekend in Galveston.