The summer heat is closing in quick, so it is time to cool off for a little summer getaway. Make the most of your upcoming summer season by planning for a summer vacation to the cool shores of Galveston. Our coastal Texas home offers you the perfect Southwest beach destination that also features many activities and attractions in the area. One of the best reasons to visit Galveston during the summer is access to some of the best events of the year. Galveston knows how to keep the fun going throughout your stay. Take a look at the top Galveston events happening this year in June.
Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tours
Getting to know the area is always help when staying somewhere new such as Galveston. The Bucket Brigade offers weekend tours over at East Beach to help you learn all about our Galveston Beaches. There Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tours all welcome for all ages and explores the different little critters and features that make up the beaches. Guests will find out there is more in turbid water and Sargassum than they know and plenty of little things can be found washed up all over the beach. Each tour is a fun and educational experience as you get hands on with marine debris and Sargassum landings. Each tour is offered every weekend on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 9:00 AM for approximately 45 minutes each.
Broadway Beauties Walking Tour
Galveston is home to some truly stunning and elegant mansions that are found all over town. You can have the chance to stroll by 20 different mansions and learn all about their families and contributions to the city when you join a Broadway Beauties Walking Tour here in Galveston. This tour starts over at the famous Moody Mansion before you head west to Bishop’s Palace and make little detours along the way to see all of these incredible homes up close. The Galveston Historical Foundation will lead the tour, and your guide will be able to answer all of your questions. Admission for the Broadway Beauties Walking Tour are $25 per person and need to be purchased in advanced. The tour is offered on six different dates in June, including June 1st, June 2nd, June 15th, June 16th, June 29th, and June 30th. Don’t miss this educational yet exciting walking tour of the area!
Professional Sandcastle Building Lessons at Sandcastle Days
Whenever you visit Galveston, you will immediately notice the incredible sandcastles on display at the local beaches. There is a reason for the sheer number of sandcastles as the area has several professional sandcastle builders who provide lessons during certain parts of the year. You too can learn how to build these stunning constructs when you join one of the free lessons taking place over at East Beach. Sandcastle Days takes place every Saturday from Memorial Day up to Labor Day meaning that every Saturday in June is open for you to enjoy. The lessons will take place at the water’s edge making sure you have the perfect conditions for your sand. The professionals will be on hand to show you certain techniques and what kind of structures are best to build. This event is welcome to all ages so everyone in the family can join and have fun. Professional Sandcastle Building Lessons at Sandcastle Days will take place every Saturday at East Beach from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and are absolutely free!
Bar 43 Summer Music Series
One of the best things to do when visiting somewhere is checking out the local music scene. You can experience performances from local bands when you stop by Bar 43’s Summer Music Series this June. This summer event series invites local artists or bands from the area to take up the stage each Wednesday night and select Friday nights. You will find some amazing local talent on display as their play their hearts out. Entry into Bar 43 is always free during the Summer Music Series, so you can enjoy the show for absolutely free. You will be able to order up any of your favorite adult beverages to enjoy during the show. Bar Bites will also be available along with some non-alcoholic options such as cold brew coffee and more. Bar 43 is one of the liviest bars in the area so you know their Summer Music Series is sure to be a hit! Music starts at 7:00 PM on their event nights.
Get Ready for Galveston
These are just a few of the many events taking place around Galveston this June. Book your vacation rental today and get ready for an unbelievable time. Galveston always looks best when you have the comfort of a luxury vacation rental.
