It has been a whirlwind of a summer season this year with record-breaking heat here in Galveston. Of course, the summer is always the most popular time of year to visit Galveston to enjoy a summer break from school and work. However, the best time to visit will always be the fall season. This time of year sees cooler temps take hold along with the same exciting fall things to do in Texas. Take a look at why your vacation getaway to Galveston is always best enjoyed in the fall:
Feels Like Fall
Texas is right here in the southwest so we get to experience a warmer climate than most parts of the country. This means our summer can get toasty but it also means our fall and winter seasons are much more mild. When you visit in the fall you will find enjoyable weather for the entire duration of your stay. The fall season in Galveston often features temps in the 70s making for an enjoyable experience especially if home is already getting chilly. This makes for an incredible vacation getaway where you can spend all of the time outdoors having a blast with your family.
Island Oktoberfest
The fall season brings about a variety of exciting events that will make for a vacation getaway to remember. One such event is Oktoberfest which celebrates the fall season and German heritage all over the world. Oktoberfest can also be found here in Galveston on Friday, October 27th, and Saturday, October 28th put on by the First Lutheran Church of Galveston. The event is always free to attend and will be an absolute blast for the whole family. Dressing up in your best German attire is always highly encouraged but never required. While at Oktoberfest make sure to try out the Wurstabenddessen, the sausage dinner that is complete with wurst and a variety of German sides. The event will take place in Downtown Galveston where you will also find incredible live music and dancing happening all around. Beer tents will be serving all of your favorite German beers by the mug or pint. Since you will be in Downtown Galveston you can easily shop around the local stores in between your event festivities. Don’t miss out on this highly popular fall event right here in Galveston!
Galveston Island Shrimp Festival
Come start off the fall season with a visit to Galveston while the Galveston Island Shrimp Festival is on. This is the ultimate foodie event where you can enjoy delicious shrimp, gumbo, and much more. The Galveston Island Shrimp Festival will be taking place September 22nd through the 23rd right at the onset of the fall season in the Historic Strand District. It features a variety of activities each more fun than the last. Stop by the gumbo cook-off where amateur and professional chefs prepare the best gumbo. Purchase a Gumbo Sampling Cup to try out a little bit from everyone! The Shrimp Scamper 5K Fun Run is a great way to burn off some calories while dressed in your best shrimp attire before digging into the food. The Ron Hoover Boat Show showcases some beautiful boats up close. Live music will be on hand along with the Lil’ Shrimps Parade perfect for kids. The Galveston Island Shrimp Festival cannot be missed!
Baywatch Dolphin Tours
With Galveston being located right on the Texas coast you would be remiss to not find some time out on the ocean! Check out Baywatch Dolphin Tours for the best dolphin watch tours here in the city. The tours are a great combination of dolphin sightings and learning about the Galveston harbor history. You will be taken three miles through the harbor as you learn all about the common and local Atlantic bottlenose dolphins that find the area to be their home. each voyage lasts for approximately 45 minutes and practically guarantees you will see these loveable critters in the water. Four vessels are available for the tours making sure you always have a spot to book. Baywatch Dolphin Tours also offers party boats where you can have a party out on the water to celebrate a momentous occasion. Book a tour now and see just how incredible dolphins are out in the wild!
The Fall Season Has It Best
As you can see the fall season really is a great time of year to come and see how incredible Galveston is. You will be able to enjoy all of the outdoor activities and events to their fullest. Make sure to book one of our vacation rentals, which are also more readily available in the fall, for your stay. You will find the best vacation possible here in Galveston with our fall and seasonal properties.
