http://pressroom.galveston.com/ Official Pressroom of the Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau Tue, 13 Aug 2019 16:49:26 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/235/see-and-learn-to-build-sandcastles-at-galvestons-east-beach Galveston Park Board Extends Sandcastle Event Additional Day for Viewing and Sandcastle Lessons Tue, 13 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 13 Aug 2019 16:49:22 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/233/head-to-galvestons-beach-parks-this-summer If you want to spice up your beach plans this summer, try heading to one of Galveston's beach parks and take part in some activities from sandcastle building to a fun, family obstacle course challenge. Fri, 26 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 26 Jul 2019 14:49:56 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/234/major-galveston-beach-expansion-to-begin-in-august A major beach nourishment and expansion will begin in early August in Galveston. Thu, 25 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 29 Jul 2019 11:57:43 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/230/galveston-offers-expanded-lineup-of-free-summer-beach-events Wed, 3 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 1 Jul 2019 12:20:24 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/231/3rd-party-test asdfasdf Mon, 1 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 22 Jul 2019 06:44:21 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/229/galveston-island-to-host-fireworks-beachfront-parade-for-july-4th-weekend Fri, 7 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 1 Jul 2019 12:03:57 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/232/testing-older-3rd-party asdfasdf Wed, 5 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 22 Jul 2019 06:48:48 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/228/summer-season-brings-water-safety-awareness-to-galveston-beaches Wed, 22 May 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 22 May 2019 09:52:11 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/227/5-new-reasons-to-visit-galveston-island-this-summer Tue, 7 May 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 7 May 2019 10:53:52 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/226/spring-in-galveston-to-bring-outdoor-festivals-galore Mon, 29 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 29 Apr 2019 16:18:00 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/225/spring-break-in-galveston-kicks-off-this-weekend Fri, 8 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 8 Apr 2019 16:54:08 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/219/second-weekend-of-mardi-gras-galveston-to-feature-texas-country-star-jason-cassidy-family-gras Tue, 26 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 12:24:43 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/217/galveston-mardi-gras-celebration-kicks-off-friday Tue, 19 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 19 Feb 2019 10:50:33 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/214/galveston-naval-museum-to-celebrate-75th-anniversary-of-uss-cavalla-commissioning Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 13 Feb 2019 15:39:59 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/216/galveston-offers-upgrades-and-new-meeting-spaces-to-group-market Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 13 Feb 2019 15:56:33 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/222/head-to-galveston-this-spring-break-for-beaches-historic-attractions Spring break is right around the corner which means flocks of Texans will be saying goodbye to winter as they head to the beach. Galveston's beach parks will open March 9, and that's just the beginning of what visitors can experience on the island this season. Tue, 12 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 6 Mar 2019 09:43:24 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/224/head-to-galveston-this-spring-break-for-fun-on-the-beach-historic-attractions Tue, 12 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 8 Apr 2019 16:49:49 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/211/mardi-gras-galveston-parade-schedule Fri, 1 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 19 Feb 2019 10:55:32 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/210/galveston-restaurant-week-to-celebrate-island-cuisine-jan-26-feb-10 Tue, 15 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 12:39:02 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/209/celebrate-galveston-museum-day Thu, 20 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 10 Jan 2019 16:27:43 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/208/mardi-gras-at-the-beach If you're looking for a unique Mardi Gras experience in 2019, grab some beads and hit the beach! Wed, 19 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 6 Mar 2019 09:34:53 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/207/holiday-fun-continues-in-galveston-this-weekend Tue, 11 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 11 Dec 2018 15:26:27 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/206/dickens-on-the-strand-to-take-place-in-galveston-this-weekend Wed, 28 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 11 Dec 2018 15:24:39 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/205/holiday-fun-continues-in-galveston-this-weekend-with-downtown-lanterns-and-lights Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 21 Nov 2018 11:13:19 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/204/holiday-festivities-kick-off-in-galveston-this-weekend Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 21 Nov 2018 11:11:43 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/203/galveston-to-bring-in-fall-season-with-outdoor-festivals-historic-ghost-tours Thu, 6 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 11 Oct 2018 13:13:22 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/200/galvestons-ghostly-history-to-draw-thrill-seekers-this-october Wed, 5 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 5 Sep 2018 11:04:55 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/198/island-to-showcase-new-family-friendly-events-victorian-charm-for-the-holidays The Galveston holiday season is full of tradition-like its world-renowned Dickens on the Strand Victorian Christmas festival- but this year the island will offer some exciting new additions to make for an even more festive winter getaway. Tue, 4 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 10 Jan 2019 17:35:31 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/197/brewmasters-craft-beer-festival-fireworks-and-more-in-galveston-over-labor-day-weekend Tue, 7 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 23 Aug 2018 12:21:49 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/196/gigantic-sandcastles-to-decorate-galvestons-east-beach Thu, 2 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 2 Aug 2018 08:44:27 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/195/country-star-bri-bagwell-to-headline-galveston-boots-n-eats-on-the-beach-event-july-21 Mon, 25 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 25 Jun 2018 15:55:53 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/194/galveston-island-to-host-fireworks-beachfront-parade-for-july-4th-week Wed, 13 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 13 Jun 2018 16:13:57 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/193/galveston-beach-season-brings-water-safety-tips-upgraded-parks-and-free-events Fri, 25 May 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 25 May 2018 09:59:14 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/192/galveston-island-kicks-off-tourism-season-memorial-day-weekend Wed, 23 May 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 23 May 2018 09:33:10 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/191/special-events-in-galveston-to-celebrate-beaches-history-and-cuisine-this-summer Thu, 12 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 5 Jun 2018 09:56:51 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/188/andquottall-shipsandquot-maritime-festival-has-begun-in-galveston Fri, 6 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 6 Apr 2018 09:04:27 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/189/water-advisories-lifted-for-galveston-island-beaches Fri, 9 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 11 Apr 2018 09:44:28 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/190/new-in-galveston-tall-ships-nature-tours-thrill-rides-and-more Thu, 1 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 12 Apr 2018 12:00:08 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/187/festival-of-historic-tall-ships-coming-to-galveston Wed, 28 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 1 Mar 2018 00:33:41 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/186/head-to-galveston-this-spring-break-for-fun-on-the-beach-new-attractions Spring break is right around the corner which means flocks of Texans will be saying goodbye to winter as they head to the beach. Mon, 26 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 11 Oct 2018 15:18:02 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/185/mardi-gras-galveston-releases-parade-schedule-for-107th-celebration Tue, 6 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 6 Feb 2018 10:33:39 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/184/galveston-mardi-gras-celebration-kicks-off-friday Tue, 30 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 29 Jan 2018 17:47:58 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/182/alternative-rock-band-everclear-and-country-star-kevin-fowler-to-headline-galveston-mardi-gras-2018 Thu, 28 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 27 Dec 2017 16:42:38 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/183/galveston-restaurant-week-to-celebrate-island-cuisine-jan-6-21 Thu, 14 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 9 Jan 2018 11:06:57 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/181/dickens-on-the-strand-world-famous-victorian-festival-to-take-place-in-galveston-this-weekend Mon, 27 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 11:54:47 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/180/third-largest-mardi-gras-celebration-in-us-offers-beachfront-revelry-on-the-texas-coast Wed, 22 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 22 Nov 2017 13:44:57 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/179/holiday-festivities-continue-in-galveston-this-weekend-with-new-downtown-lanterns-and-lights-event Mon, 20 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 22 Nov 2017 12:38:23 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/178/holiday-festivities-kick-off-in-galveston-this-weekend Thu, 9 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 9 Nov 2017 16:10:38 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/177/galveston-holiday-events-to-include-new-downtown-lantern-and-lights-plus-cirque-joyeux-noel-show A new event will light up downtown Galveston this holiday season as part of the island's eight weeks of "Winter Wonder Island" festivities. Fri, 6 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 24 Oct 2017 09:06:36 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/176/galveston-to-support-harvey-relief-efforts-with-free-beach-weekend-wild-texas-shrimp-festival Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 20 Sep 2017 22:13:38 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/175/galveston-tourism-makes-full-return-to-business-with-reopening-of-railroad-museum Galveston tourism has made a full return to business with the reopening of the Galveston Railroad Museum today. All Galveston beaches and major attractions are now open. Wed, 6 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Sun, 7 Jan 2018 08:24:50 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/173/galveston-beach-parks-tourist-attractions-reopen-after-hurricane-harvey Fri, 1 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 6 Sep 2017 13:37:50 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/169/take-a-historic-ghost-tour-on-galveston-island-place-of-deadliest-storm-in-us-history The season for thrills and chills is quickly approaching and Galveston Island's ghostly history makes it one of the top destinations in the country for haunted travel. Fri, 4 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 26 Feb 2018 13:14:53 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/167/wake-up-and-smell-the-spices-the-spice-and-tea-exchange-opens-in-galveston Tue, 20 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 10 Jul 2017 08:50:13 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/165/galveston-island-to-host-nightly-fireworks-new-boots-n-eats-on-the-beach-event-july-4th-weekend Mon, 12 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 12 Jun 2017 12:46:46 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/162/galveston-to-host-free-fireworks-every-weekend-this-summer Sat, 3 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 2 Jun 2017 16:54:35 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/163/uss-gabrielle-giffords-to-arrive-in-galveston-saturday Sat, 3 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 6 Jun 2017 14:41:44 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/160/free-sandcastle-building-lessons-coming-to-galvestons-stewart-beach Tue, 30 May 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 30 May 2017 09:45:48 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/161/birthplace-of-juneteenth-celebrates-emancipation-with-festivities-in-galveston Tue, 30 May 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 5 Jun 2017 10:28:04 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/159/galveston-reports-record-high-tourism-revenues-visitation Fri, 26 May 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 26 May 2017 00:05:43 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/158/galveston-kicks-off-tourism-season Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 25 May 2017 09:49:05 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/157/195m-galveston-beach-expansion-project-complete Thu, 18 May 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 18 May 2017 14:32:51 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/156/galveston-to-host-spanish-sailing-vessel-el-galeon-for-special-tours-and-events Tue, 11 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 11 Apr 2017 09:39:08 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/154/galveston-to-welcome-600-plus-german-cruise-ship-passengers-for-islands-first-port-of-call-of-2017 Sun, 2 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 5 Apr 2017 11:05:04 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/152/trolleys-new-beaches-and-upgraded-attractions-coming-to-galveston-island-this-summer Heading to the Galveston coast is a popular summer pastime for families throughout Texas, and this year the beach is just the beginning of what the island has to offer. Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 30 Aug 2017 16:53:01 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/151/gigantic-obstacle-course-coming-to-galvestons-east-beach Thu, 16 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 21 Mar 2017 09:27:56 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/150/head-to-galveston-for-spring-break-for-fun-on-the-beach-new-attractions Wed, 22 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 22 Feb 2017 16:15:11 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/144/galveston-restaurant-week-kicks-off-this-weekend Wed, 4 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 3 Jan 2017 10:58:44 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/148/alternative-rock-band-sugar-ray-and-country-star-stoney-larue-to-headline-galveston-mardi-gras-2017 Tue, 3 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 2 Feb 2017 16:46:17 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/143/5000-santas-to-race-on-galveston-seawall-sunday Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 14 Dec 2016 10:24:47 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/147/commemorate-pearl-harbor-75th-anniversary Wed, 7 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 7 Dec 2016 16:38:03 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/146/mardi-gras-at-the-beach If you're looking for a unique Mardi Gras experience in 2017, grab some beads and hit the beach! Thu, 1 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 21 Mar 2017 09:59:04 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/141/dickens-on-the-strand-kicks-off-this-weekend Wed, 30 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 7 Dec 2016 15:41:24 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/140/galveston-restaurant-week-to-celebrate-island-cuisine-jan-7-22 Mon, 28 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 7 Dec 2016 15:40:45 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/139/holiday-fun-continues-in-galveston-this-weekend-with-surfing-with-santa-annual-tree-lighting Wed, 23 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 12:22:53 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/138/holiday-festivities-kick-off-in-galveston-this-weekend Tue, 8 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 12:22:38 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/145/disney-cruises-return-to-galveston-next-month Thu, 27 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 26 Oct 2016 11:13:05 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/137/historic-ghost-tours-abound-on-galveston-island Thu, 13 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 13 Oct 2016 09:45:07 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/136/galveston-to-offer-new-meeting-spaces-upgraded-attractions-to-group-market-in-2017 Tue, 4 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 4 Oct 2016 00:35:38 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/135/galveston-to-host-eight-weeks-of-holiday-events Fri, 23 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 23 Sep 2016 10:14:59 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/133/commemorate-75th-anniversary-of-pearl-harbor-at-galvestons-american-undersea-warfare-center Tue, 6 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 20 Sep 2016 13:21:39 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/129/new-and-romantic-places-to-get-married-in-galveston The fall brings in gorgeous weather on Galveston Island and along with it, a romantic season filled with wedding bells and beautiful brides. Thu, 1 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 9 Jan 2017 11:03:49 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/131/galveston-holiday-fun-comes-with-lights-ice-and-victorian-christmas-charm Galveston hasn't been dubbed the "Winter Wonder Island" of Texas without reason. Although tropical and unconventional as one might think for a holiday escape, Galveston is surprisingly full of tradition. Tue, 30 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 3 Jan 2017 11:07:41 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/127/galveston-to-bring-in-fall-season-with-outdoor-festivals-historic-ghost-tours Fri, 12 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 12 Aug 2016 13:45:07 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/132/195m-galveston-beach-expansion-to-begin-this-fall Wed, 10 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 31 Aug 2016 01:19:35 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/122/brewmasters-craft-beer-festival-free-beach-concerts-in-galveston-over-labor-day-weekend Fri, 5 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 5 Aug 2016 12:42:11 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/121/take-a-historic-ghost-tour-on-galveston-island-this-fall Wed, 3 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 13 Oct 2016 09:43:04 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/119/5-ways-to-beat-the-mid-summer-heat-in-galveston Mon, 18 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 2 Aug 2016 10:11:20 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/118/historic-sites-beaches-make-galveston-a-pokemon-go-hotspot Fri, 15 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 15 Jul 2016 15:20:24 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/116/galveston-to-host-beachfront-fireworks-free-events-on-weekends-in-july Wed, 13 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 22 Jul 2016 14:19:20 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/114/new-galveston-tour-package-unveils-history-of-texas-railroads Fri, 10 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 9 Jun 2016 15:42:09 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/112/birthplace-of-juneteenth-celebrates-emancipation-with-festivities-in-galveston Thu, 9 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 14 Jun 2016 15:04:35 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/110/galveston-island-to-host-fireworks-beachfront-parade-for-july-4th-weekend Tue, 7 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 9 Jun 2016 08:58:03 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/111/galveston-celebrates-world-oceans-day-with-free-beach-tours-oceans-festival Mon, 6 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 9 Jun 2016 09:32:29 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/108/galveston-tourism-season-kicks-off-this-weekend Wed, 25 May 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 24 May 2016 17:19:29 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/109/babes-beach-dedication-to-honor-former-texas-senator-ar-babe-schwartz Tue, 24 May 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 24 May 2016 17:29:57 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/106/new-summer-adventures-in-galveston Wed, 27 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 28 Apr 2016 17:06:30 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/105/summer-events-in-galveston-bring-sand-castles-corvettes-and-more Thu, 24 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 27 May 2016 15:02:25 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/103/galveston-beach-parks-open-march-12 Wed, 17 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 7 Mar 2016 10:04:55 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/102/spring-in-galveston-brings-outdoor-festivals-galore Fri, 12 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 12 Feb 2016 15:51:11 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/101/schlitterbahn-announces-massivtallest-water-coaster-in-the-world Thu, 4 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 4 Feb 2016 12:39:36 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/100/new-attractions-beaches-and-restaurants-in-galveston-for-2016-travel-season Just in time for your summer getaway, Galveston Island will offer travelers plenty of new reasons to visit, including brand new beaches, attractions, restaurants and more. Tue, 26 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 31 Aug 2016 00:20:23 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/97/galveston-restaurant-week-kicks-off Fri, 8 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 8 Jan 2016 10:50:40 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/96/mardi-gras-galveston-releases-parade-schedule-for-105th-celebration Thu, 17 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 17 Dec 2015 15:02:46 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/94/collective-soul-and-country-star-cory-morrow-to-headline-galveston-mardi-gras-2016 Rock band Collective Soul and country music star Cory Morrow will give headline performances at Texas' largest Mardi Gras celebration, taking place Jan. 29 - Feb. 6, 2016 in Galveston. Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 12 Feb 2016 10:01:41 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/95/galveston-offers-new-attractions-upgraded-meeting-spaces-in-2016 Galveston's historic charm and affordability as a beach destination aren't the only things drawing the attention of meeting planners in 2016. Tue, 15 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 31 Aug 2016 00:48:57 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/93/galveston-spreads-holiday-cheer-and-charity-during-season-of-giving Fri, 4 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 16 Dec 2015 09:30:42 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/99/dickens-on-the-strand-festival-to-bring-victorian-merriment-to-historic-downtown-galveston Wed, 2 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 11 Jan 2016 16:25:03 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/91/experience-mardi-gras-at-beach Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 17 Nov 2015 21:59:33 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/90/galveston-kicks-off-50-days-of-holiday-festivities Fri, 13 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 12 Nov 2015 17:34:46 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/88/local-artist-spreads-galveston-love-to-houston-mural-festival Tue, 3 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 3 Nov 2015 12:57:46 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/89/galveston-revs-up-for-lone-star-rally Tue, 3 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 3 Nov 2015 16:05:55 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/87/galveston-to-host-8-weeks-of-holiday-events Tue, 27 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 3 Nov 2015 11:18:21 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/86/head-to-the-coast-for-galvestons-victorian-charm-and-family-friendly-holiday-festivals Galveston hasn't been dubbed the "Winter Wonder Island" of Texas without reason. Although tropical and unconventional as one might think for a holiday escape, Galveston is surprisingly full of tradition. Wed, 7 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 12 Feb 2016 10:02:14 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/84/the-bachelorette-stars-spend-romantic-vacation-on-galveston-island "The Bachelorette" star Kaitlyn Bristowe and her fiance Shawn Booth were spotted vacationing on Galveston Island. Fri, 25 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 25 Sep 2015 14:44:26 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/85/1-to-conserve-galveston-names-advisory-board Fri, 25 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 25 Sep 2015 14:28:50 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/83/take-a-historic-ghost-tour-on-galveston-island Mon, 24 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 24 Aug 2015 12:26:38 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/82/galveston-to-bring-in-fall-season-with-outdoor-festivals-historic-ghost-tours Fall Events in Galveston Tue, 18 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 4 Sep 2015 11:51:26 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/81/major-galveston-beach-expansion-begins Wed, 12 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 11 Aug 2015 20:58:54 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/80/5-galveston-beach-activities-to-try-this-summer Tue, 21 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Sun, 2 Aug 2015 01:08:41 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/78/galveston-launches-12-days-of-christmas-in-july-celebration Wed, 1 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 30 Jun 2015 16:07:51 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/77/galveston-island-to-host-2-nights-of-fireworks-beachfront-parade-for-july-4th-weekend Fri, 26 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 26 Jun 2015 16:51:50 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/76/spend-fathers-day-weekend-in-galveston-with-new-and-unique-activities-to-celebrate-dad Mon, 8 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 8 Jun 2015 13:29:31 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/75/galveston-kicks-off-tourism-season-memorial-day-weekend Thu, 21 May 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 21 May 2015 10:40:26 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/74/galveston-tourism-bureau-wins-american-marketing-association-awards Mon, 18 May 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 18 May 2015 15:15:49 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/72/galveston-juneteenth-celebration-marks-150th-anniversary-june-7-20 Mon, 11 May 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Sun, 10 May 2015 16:23:47 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/73/galveston-events-celebrate-beaches-history-and-cuisine-this-summer Thu, 2 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 13 May 2015 12:28:29 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/70/five-new-things-to-do-in-galveston-this-summer While relaxing along 32 miles of beaches is worth the trip alone, it's only the beginning. Here's a look at new things to do on the island this summer. Fri, 13 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Fri, 9 Oct 2015 09:55:19 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/71/25-things-to-do-on-galveston-island-without-hitting-the-beach Galveston Island is a beautiful, historic beach destination known for its great weather all year round. But, if you're not a sand-between-your-toes kind of traveler, don't worry. Thu, 12 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 16:08:21 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/60/galveston-restaurant-week-returns-jan-10-24 Mon, 29 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 8 Jan 2015 12:06:56 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/63/thousands-of-santas-to-race-on-galvestons-seawall Wed, 17 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 8 Jan 2015 12:26:57 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/54/experience-mardi-gras-at-the-beach-in-2015 If you're looking for a unique Mardi Gras experience in 2015, grab some beads and hit the beach. Tue, 2 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 12 Mar 2015 13:37:52 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/61/dickens-on-the-strand-festival-to-bring-victorian-merriment-to-historic-downtown-galveston Mon, 1 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 8 Jan 2015 12:20:02 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/56/galveston-juneteenth-committee-adopts-new-logo-to-commemorate-150th-anniversary Mon, 17 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 11:51:43 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/57/galveston-holiday-festivities-kick-off-with-new-ice-sculpture-attraction Thu, 13 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 4 Dec 2014 13:49:50 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/55/galveston-to-kick-off-50-days-of-holiday-fun-nov-15 Mon, 3 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 3 Nov 2014 14:14:32 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/53/galveston-revs-up-for-lone-star-rally Wed, 24 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 24 Sep 2014 11:17:35 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/52/galveston-to-bring-in-fall-season-with-outdoor-festivals-historic-ghost-tours-this-october Tue, 16 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 30 Sep 2014 10:44:19 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/51/galveston-holiday-lineup-to-include-new-andquotice-landandquot-at-moody-gardens-dickens-on-the-stran Mon, 1 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 4 Sep 2014 17:05:38 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/49/galveston-to-feature-new-holiday-attractions-in-2014 Galveston is the "Winter Wonder Island" of Texas and this year the island will offer visitors a magical experience with more than 1,000 holiday events, including a new ice sculpture exhibit featuring nearly 2 million pounds of ice. Thu, 21 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 12 Mar 2015 13:37:23 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/48/place-of-deadliest-storm-in-us-history-has-become-popular-destination-for-haunted-travel Fri, 1 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 4 Aug 2014 10:45:36 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/46/5-ways-to-beat-the-mid-summer-heat-in-galveston Wed, 9 Jul 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Wed, 9 Jul 2014 07:41:39 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/47/taste-the-best-of-galveston-this-september Mon, 7 Jul 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 10 Jul 2014 15:46:20 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/45/art-fans-beer-lovers-in-luck-with-galvestons-august-event-lineup Tue, 10 Jun 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 11:10:01 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/43/galveston-island-to-host-2-nights-of-fireworks-beachfront-parade-for-july-4th-weekend Tue, 3 Jun 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 5 Jun 2014 12:34:37 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/44/galveston-to-host-christmas-in-july-beachfront-july-4-parade-and-fireworks-next-month Tue, 3 Jun 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 5 Jun 2014 12:03:21 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/42/summer-tourism-season-kicks-off-in-galveston Tue, 20 May 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 20 May 2014 15:44:23 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/41/galveston-island-experiences-record-high-tourism-revenues Thu, 15 May 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 15 May 2014 10:52:48 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/40/gigantic-sandcastles-to-decorate-galvestons-east-beach-this-month Mon, 12 May 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 12 May 2014 15:45:02 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/39/birthplace-of-juneteenth-celebrates-emancipation Wed, 7 May 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 11:15:33 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/37/galveston-to-host-new-texas-tequila-and-margarita-festival-annual-juneteenth-celebration-next-month Thu, 1 May 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 5 May 2014 15:51:10 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/32/5-new-things-to-do-in-galveston-this-summer When heading to Galveston this summer, the island's 32 miles of beaches and classic attractions won't be the only draw. Here's a look at new things to do on the island. Tue, 29 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Thu, 2 Oct 2014 10:31:08 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/38/new-tequila-and-margarita-festival-among-special-events-to-attend-in-galveston-this-summer Fri, 25 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Mon, 5 May 2014 16:12:49 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/31/celebrate-history-in-galveston-this-may Tue, 1 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 1 Apr 2014 11:01:34 -0600 http://pressroom.galveston.com/release/6/galvestons-next-great-neighborhood Marked by its beautiful Victorian architecture and colorfully painted storefronts, Postoffice Street is full of charm, offering an enchanting blend of art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, chic eateries and lively entertainment in downtown Galveston. Sun, 1 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0600 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 14:00:43 -0600