Galveston Fall Festivals
Fall is finally here! With this new season brings countless great events on the island. If you are thinking about setting aside a weekend for yourself, be sure to experience some of Galveston’s local culture with these events!
Whether you’re in need of a place to stay or are looking for the perfect activity to make your time in Galveston more memorable, we are here to help!
November 1- November 4
Lone Star Rally
Get ready to rally! This long weekend event has something for everyone! If you’re looking for anything from concerts to vendors to bike shows, they have you covered. Expect crowds, loud music, and a great time!
November 10
The Great Dolphin Beer Rescue Version 2.0
Hosted by the Galveston Island Brewery and the Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network
After a successful inaugural event last year, Version 2.0 is not to be missed! This family-friendly brewery will host an afternoon of fun with music, pizza, raffles, and award-winning craft beer.
November 17- January 6
Moody Gardens Festival of Lights & Ice Land
Months and months of preparation have gone into setting up the lights and carving of 2 million pounds of ice! Artists were flown in from around the world to bring the theme, Pole to Pole, to life.
November 23- November 24
Home for the Holidays Gift Market at Moody Gardens Convention Center
Looking for unique gifts and not a fan of Black Friday? This is for you! Featuring over 100 vendors from around Houston, you are sure to find something for everyone on the list! After the market, walk on over to see the Festival of Lights and Ice Land.
November 24
Art Walk
Join the locals in downtown Galveston from 6-9pm for an evening of art and live music! This free event features local artists setting up their work along the streets and in galleries. Stroll along Post Office Street with free wine tastings and take it all in!
November 30- December 2
Dickens on the Strand
Experience Christmas Victorian Style! This 19th-century event features a weekend full of fun with parades and live entertainment on 5 stages. Walk the streets surrounded by strolling carolers, jugglers, and costumed vendors selling holiday drinks and snacks. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in more Galveston history and culture, check out our Historical Foundation Attractions Pass!
Schlitterbahn Indoor Season
If you are like us and love Schlitterbahn, but hate the summer crowds, now is your time to shine!
It’s the Fall Indoor Season at Schlitterbahn. This only means two things: hello heated water, goodbye long lines!
Nothing beats a relaxing day with the family filled with wave rivers and water slides at the world’s best water park! Seriously though, the park has been awarded this title for the past 8 years. If it wasn’t exactly on your bucket list, it needs to be.
Starting October 20 through December 30, visit the indoor park every weekend and some holidays! Scroll on down to see the exact schedule and times.
Buy your discounted Schlitterbahn Tickets here or stop on by to our office on 6702 Stewart Road to get your tickets in person!
Step aside Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Gulf Coast Concierge is here to redefine what Fall means to you.
If you already know that Schlitterbahn Galveston is a must, but don’t have a place to stay? Be sure to check out Ryson Vacation Rentals for tons of great Galveston Beach Rental options!
