The summer season is hotter than ever so you know that means it is time to visit the beaches here at Galveston. One of the best times to visit Galveston over the summer season is around Labor Day Weekend. You will find that the city is host to a variety of holiday events and summer activities that the whole family will love. Take a look at what you can expect from Labor Day Weekend in Galveston:
Galveston Island Wine Festival
Labor Day Weekend is the perfect way to end the summer season here in Galveston. The weather is still warm and the sun is still shining. The area will host a variety of events with none bigger than the annual Galveston Island Wine Festival. This is our yearly wine festival where your taste buds will awaken to award winning wines. The festival is hosted over at Moody Gardens so you can expect a party that gets bigger each year. Locals and visitors alike look forward to the return of the Galveston Island Wine Festival so wine lovers, coastal culture, and culinary creatives can all get together for three incredible days. The festival features a variety of events to partake in including curated tasting and signature events that will be hosted by celebrity chef David Cordua. Some of the region’s most cherished chefs and sommeliers will be on hand to ensure that the very best wine and culinary creations are enjoyed. A favorite event, the Penguins & Pinot: Grand Tasting at the Aquarium, will be back where you can enjoy wine and spirit tastings along with food bites from the Texas coast all inside the wonderful Moody Gardens Aquarium Pyramid. This year’s Galveston Island Wine Festival will take place August 29th through the 31st for a full weekend of wine loving fun.
Galveston Island Labor Day Fireworks
Fireworks are harder to come by in recent years with many communities electing to not host fireworks due to the fear of wildfires. Luckily, Galveston Island is right here off the coast where we can enjoy fireworks right over the bay. Each Labor Day Weekend the city will host our annual fireworks showcase right on the beach along Seawall Boulevard. Fireworks are even better when shot off over the sea where the dazzling lights reflect clearly off the water’s surface. The annual fireworks typically take place the evening of Labor Day. This year’s event details are not yet available so continue to look forward to the Galveston Island Labor Day Fireworks.
Drone Show in Downtown Galveston
While Seawall Blvd and the Galveston coast get to enjoy the Labor Day fireworks you will find that Downtown Galveston will have a celebration as well. Labor Day Weekend will also play host to a lively drone show right over the downtown district. Hundreds of drones will take to the night sky to create dazzling displays of lights that fireworks are unable to do. You will see unique formations that will be a treat on the eyes. The official watch party takes place over at Saengerfest Park beginning at 7:30 PM. You will find this spot to have one of the best viewing areas for the drone show! This year’s drone show is expected to begin at dusk around 8:30 PM on Labor Day.
Free Sand Castle Lessons
Part of the fun in the summer season here in Galveston is going to the beach. You will find countless beaches in the area that are each more beautiful than the last. One of our favorite beaches is a local hot spot and is none other than East Beach. This is always Galveston’s most popular beach in the summer time with its clean sand and cool water that is refreshing to dip in. During the summer season you will find Sandcastle Days taking place at East Beach. This is a summer long event that offers free sand castle lessons with professional builders right here from the area. Registration is not needed at all so all you need to do is show up on participating days (usually Saturdays) and enjoy yourself! Equipment is offered on a limited basis so having your own is always recommended in case there is not enough to go around. The free sandcastle building lessons will continue throughout Labor Day Weekend offering family fun for everyone!
Labor Day Weekend is Heating Up
Labor Day Weekend will be here before you know it so get ready for your upcoming stay. Our vacation rentals will keep you comfortable all stay long so you can relax. Most properties are found right down the street from most of these Labor Day activities. Simply find your favorite property on our online listing and hit that reserve button. You have never seen fun quite like this.
