Starting on March 1, 2017, Galveston Island will be bustling with events, food, and fun for you and your family. The time to start planning is now. The Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau is looking forward to meeting you, and your needs for Spring Break and beyond. This years’ lineup of festivals, music, art, and family oriented activities will amaze you. If you take I-45 south for approximately one hour, you can smell the salt water. Try to arrive as the tide rolls in, so you can see the Gulf of Mexico’s enormous waves as they crash onto the shore. What a beautiful sight! Do you love photography? Well, consider taking one of the cruises
so you can get a birds-eye view through your lens.
Whether you are an adult or a kid exploring the world for the first time, Galveston has something with you in mind. Do you enjoy watching sea animals? If yes, then take the Dolphin Sightseeing tour. Join Galveston Water Adventures for their one hour tour of Galveston’s Harbor to see birds and marine life. The boat is usually able to get a close-up view of playful dolphins jumping. The tour is aboard Cruise-N-Time, their twin-engine open-air tour vessel. The excursion lasts one hour and holds 37 passengers. Hours vary seasonally. The boat is wheelchair accessible. Price is $12 plus tax. Kids 12 & under are $8 plus tax. Infants are free.
Do you like to be scared? Or, are you a paranormal activity enthusiast? Either way, there is a tour that focuses on Galveston’s haunted past. Dash Beardsley's Original Ghost Tour on the Strand is Galveston's most popular ghost tour. He started it all for Ghost Tours of Galveston Island. Like all his tours, Dash has built this trip based on years of research, personal experience, and accounts from residents.
This year-round walking tour takes guests through one of the busiest areas in Galveston; The Strand. It is a historic district in the heart of downtown Galveston and is known for its rich history and haunting past. Tour-goers will visit multiple locations in The Strand and learn about the historical events that have shaped the city and hear haunting stories from the long-ago.
This unique tour provides our guests with a historical context into why Galveston is one of the most haunted cities in the world and a hot spot for paranormal activity. The Original Tour of The Strand is a family-friendly tour and is an excellent choice for those taking their first ghost tour, or who would like to learn more about the history of Galveston. This tour is an ideal first trip for the paranormal novice or first-time visitor to the island because it entrenches visitors with a wealth of knowledge about Galveston's early days and the science behind hauntings.
An adult must accompany all children under 18 years old.
The 39th Corvette/Chevy Expo is upon us. Galveston is the place to be for all vintage car enthusiasts. The 39th Corvette/Chevy Expo will be returning to the beautiful Galveston Island Convention Center, right on the Gulf of Mexico March 11 & 12, 2017.
The Corvette Chevy Expo’s Aftermarket Showcase features major vendors selling parts and accessories specific to the Chevrolet brand. You will also see World Class Chevrolet Show Cars beautifully displayed. A Concourse style judged the event; this car show is full of awards. Chevrolets that receive 98-100 points also are presented the President's Award. Corvettes that have an NCRS Top Flight ® and a Bloomington Gold Certificate ® may also go for the Tri-Power Award ®.
Our Miniature Car Show included Pedal Cars, Golf Carts, Go Carts, Bicycles, any Small Wheels. There are Cars for Sale. New this year will be two Wash Shows, one on Saturday and one on Sunday in the front of the convention center. Sunday is the Photo Shoot for Vette Vues Magazine, and at 3 pm, the Miss Corvette Chevy Expo Swimsuit Contest conducted by Swimsuit USA International takes place, followed by the Awards Ceremony.
Galveston Island has something for you live music lovers! Pleasure Pier, renowned for its food, rides, and fun is hosting outdoor concerts for the spring and summer. Your entire family can groove to the melodious sounds of various musicians showcasing their talent in an entertaining way. The Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier features scheduled live music. Schedule subject to change without notice. Concerts will be due to inclement weather.
Featuring waterfront fun and entertainment like no other Gulf Coast destination, the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier features family-oriented attractions including rides, midway games, a wide selection of food venues and retail shops. If you need a place to stay, there are options for every budget. Check out the hotel options.
There is something for everyone in Galveston. If you are not careful, you may need a break after your Spring Break! Happy Adventuring on Galveston Island!
