Now is the perfect time to get ready for an incredible summer getaway. Make sure you make the most of your summer getaway by spending it here in Galveston. You will find that our coastal Texas home features some incredible summer activities to keep you busy throughout your stay. Galveston also features tons of exciting summer events that are exclusive to the season. Each event has something for everyone to ensure your group or family has the best time here. Take a look at the top summer events in Galveston:
Galveston Island Wine Festival
Whenever you travel somewhere new you want to take the edge off a little and relax. One great way to do that is by enjoying a glass of your favorite wine. During the late summer season Galveston hosts the annual Galveston Island Wine Festival where you can indulge yourself in incredible wine all event long. The Galveston Island Wine Festival is a two-day event where a lineup of wine-themed activities will await. The festival takes place at the Moody Gardens convention center ensuring each activity has plenty of room for everyone to enjoy. Events in the past have featured a variety of exciting events such as a sommelier seminar, luxury wine tasting with wines from all over the world, champagne social hours, seafood extravaganzas hosted by world class chefs. Enjoy some of the finest seafood expertly paired with luxury wine.
Additional activities include live music each day and access to the rest of Moody Gardens. This includes their Aquarium Pyramid where you can view incredible aquatic life in spacious exhibits. Their habitats include jellyfish, sharks, tropical fish, seals, sea lions, and much more. Specific details for this year’s Galveston Island Wine Festival has yet to be posted but will be available soon. Save the date for the Galveston Island Wine Festival taking place this year on August 31 to September 1st at Moody Gardens. Purchase your tickets today and get ready for one of the hottest summer events here in Galveston!
Texas Story Summer Camp
During the summer season you may wish for your kids to enjoy some educational activities while they are off from school. If so, visit Galveston around the Fourth of July week to sign your kids up for the Texas Story Summer Camp taking place at The Bryan Museum. From Monday July 1st through Wednesday July 3rd your kids can enjoy a three-day summer camp with activities during the day. The Bryan Museum is a local museum that is known for its incredible educational activities. The Texas Story Summer Camp will have a focus on history, art, writing, drama, and much more. Your kids will be able to enact out popular stories and be a little creative on their own. The camp is geared for children ages 8-12 making it perfect for any elementary school aged kiddos in the family. The activities will include tours of the museum and take place each day from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now and priced at $175 per child. For additional information feel free to email education@thebryanmuseum.org.
Summer Theatre Camp
Another great camp for your children to attend is the Summer Theatre Camp put on by The Grand Opera House right here in Galveston. Each summer, The Grand puts on a summer camp where the group of children learn a new stage production. This year’s event will be an exciting production of the timeless tale of Hercules. The camp is a five-day experience for the children that begins on Monday July 15th and finishes up Friday July 19th. The children will attend daily classes that run from 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM before putting on the final show on Friday at 6:00 PM for friends and family to see. This is a great way for children who wish to get into theatre and need something to do during an extended stay in Galveston. Tickets are on sale now with registration for the camp costing $245 per child. Sign up early to save $10 on registration fees with an early bird discount. Your kids will love these camps held exclusively in Galveston.
Book Your Summer Stay in Galveston Today
These summer events are just one of the many different ways you can spend your summer here in Galveston. Before your trip make sure you reserve one of our trusted properties here in the area. You can experience full size homes with luxury amenities that will make your stay as comfortable as ever. You can beat the heat with central A/C, spacious living areas, and comfortable bedrooms to ensure you feel great all trip long. Simply find your favorite property in our listing today and get ready for summer here in Galveston!
