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Kayak Adventure: East End Lagoon Sunset May 24th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:49 -0500

An easy paddle in natural wetlands, the East End Lagoon offers an up-close view of the entry to the second largest port in the United States.

East Beach Grand Re-Opening May 25th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:49 -0500

The Buzz 94.5 FM will kick off the Grand Opening of East Beach on May 25th with 5 local area bands on the Bud Light Stage from 2p-8p. The end of the night will feature a fireworks show presented by the Galveston Park Board.

Galveston Island State Park Beach Walk May 25th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:48 -0500

Get a close-up look at the many critters and birds that inhabit the sand, surf and seaweed. Tour activities include hands-on seining, digging and beachcombing under the guidance of beach combing volunteers from Galveston Bay Master Naturalists and Friends of GISP.

Kayak Adventure: Cypress Swamp May 25th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:47 -0500

An area of the lower Trinity River offers mystery and mazes in a 20,000 acre of brackish and freshwater marshes, as well as bald cypress trees. Among tall trees once harvested to build homes on Galveston Island, one might witness sleeping owls, resting bobcats, and sunning alligators

Galveston Island State Park Bay Walk May 26th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:45 -0500

On these walks, you discover the wetlands with a close-up look at the critters, grasses and birds that inhabit the marshland and bay. Tour activities include hands-on-seining, fiddler crab sightings and more under the guidance of volunteers from Galveston Bay Master Naturalists and Friends of GISP.

Kayak Adventure: Galveston Island State Park May 26th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:43 -0500

The Galveston Island State Park offers paddlers access to one of Galveston’s premier ecological and historical jewels.

27th Annual AIA Sandcastle Competition June 1st

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:41 -0500

For over two decades teams of architects, designers, and engineers have taken their tools to East Beach in Galveston for one of the world’s largest sandcastle competitions.

GCVA Spalding's School's Out Beach Party June 2nd

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:41 -0500

The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast, and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA.

Great Texas Catamaran Race June 12-15

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:41 -0500

The Great Texas Catamaran Race is one of the premier long distance beach cat races in the country. This is distance racing at its best. In its 11th year, it is again expected to attract world class racing teams.

Galveston Qualifier for the Bud Light Texas Volleyball Championship June 15th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:41 -0500

The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast, and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA.

Texas Beach Ultimate Frisbee Tourney June 15th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:40 -0500

The Texas Beach Ultimate Fest (TBUF), is back and bigger than ever.

The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson June 18th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:40 -0500

For the third year in a row, Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark, along with the three other Schlitterbahn locations and the Galveston Beach Patrol, is participating in the world’s largest swimming lesson in order to help promote awareness about drowning prevention.

Texas Junior's Last Chance Qualifier July 13th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:39 -0500

The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast, and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA.

East Beach Sunfest June 22nd

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:39 -0500

The first annual Sunfest is a summer beach party and volleyball tournament. Activities at this fun, family-friendly event will include a volleyball tournament, beach dig, sand castle building contest, live entertainment, radio personalities and more.

GCVA Red White N Volleyball Tournament June 29th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:39 -0500

The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast, and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA.

GCVA "Getting Hot Out Here" Tournament July 20th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:39 -0500

The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast, and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA.

Texas Race Week Regatta July 25-28

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:39 -0500

More than 50 sail boats race on the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Recommended places to watch are East Beach, Stewart Beach or a few miles down the Seawall.

GCVA "Hot As Hell Classic" Tournament August 4th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:36 -0500

The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast, and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA.

GCVA "Last Man Standing" Tournament August 25th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:35 -0500

The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast, and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA.

GCVA "Back to School Blues" Tournament September 8th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:35 -0500

The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast, and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA.

Ironman 5150 September 22nd

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:34 -0500

Part of the new Ironman 5150 Triathlon Series, this event consists of a 1.5K swim in Offatts Bayou, 40K bike ride through the Island’s west end and a 10K run through scenic Moody Gardens. Athletes of all experience levels are invited to compete.

GCVA Season Closer September 22nd

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:34 -0500

The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast, and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA.

Gritty Goddess Women's 5K Obstacle / Mud Run September 27-29

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:34 -0500

Gather your fellow goddesses for an event that’s all about women, and women ONLY. I mean really, who wants to climb a cargo net with a sweaty, hairy, possibly smelly guy? Okay, some of you might, but for the rest of us, that’s just unnecessary grossness. No offense guys – we still love you.

Harvest Moon Regatta October 17th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:32 -0500

You and all of the yachting friends you can round up are invited! Harvest Moon Regatta is an open regatta and there is plenty of room for 200+ yachts. If you subscribe to the axiom, "Gentlemen don't go to weather," then this offshore regatta is for you.

D'Feet Breast Cancer October 19th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:32 -0500

The D'Feet Breast Cancer "Celebration of Life" event will feature certified Adult 10K & 5K Runs, an Adult 5K Walk, and a Kids 1K Run/Walk.

Toughest 10K Galveston October 19th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:31 -0500

Run a 10K over the Galveston Causeway!

Holiday Half Marathon November 24th

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:31 -0500

This program is designed for athletes to think past themselves and to focus on training for a cause greater than their own. It helps the participants to focus on a reason to train, a reason to get to the starting line and a reason to complete the race.

Santa Hustle Half Marathon & 5k Run/Walk December 22nd

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:39:31 -0500

Be a part of one of the largest growing races as thousands of Santas will hit the streets of Galveston at the First Annual Santa Hustle Half Marathon & 5k Run/Walk on December 22.