Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Jun 13th-Jun 19th 2016! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!
Ongoing Events & Activities
Galveston Island
151st National Juneteenth Celebration (Jun 11th-19th)
*Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Festivities include the annual Gospel by the Sea, a scholarship gala, African-American Heritage Exhibits at the Old Central Cultural Center, book signings, the Juneteenth Picnic, and more. Juneteenth
Galveston Children's Museum
Mommy, Daddy & Me 10am and Storytime 11am (Tues-Fri) GCM Calendar
Spectacular Saturday 12:30-1:30pm (Every Saturday)
*Additional science or art activity included with admission price.
*Additional science or art activity included with admission price.
Rosenberg Library
Paws to Read 6-7pm (Jun 2nd-Aug 4th - Every Thursday) & 11am-12pm (Jun 13th-Aug 15th - Every Monday)
*Stop by the Children’s Department and read a story to one of their furry canine friends!
Storytime 11am & 2:30pm (Jun 8th-Jul 16th - Every Wednesday)
*Stories, fingerplays, music and puppets shared in a cozy setting. Planned for the individual child and parent or guardian. Special guests include: Arts Alive! on June 8, Dance of the Insects on July 13, and Julian Franklin on July 27 Rosenberg Library
Storytime 11am & 2:30pm (Jun 8th-Jul 16th - Every Wednesday)
*Stories, fingerplays, music and puppets shared in a cozy setting. Planned for the individual child and parent or guardian. Special guests include: Arts Alive! on June 8, Dance of the Insects on July 13, and Julian Franklin on July 27 Rosenberg Library
Moody Gardens
Wings of Wonder Bird Show (Jun 4th-Aug 20th - 12pm, 2pm, & 4pm - Daily)
*Get up close to owls, falcons, hawks, vultures and a variety of other bird species as you learn about these amazing creatures and their place in nature.
Bands on the Sand (Jun 4th-Aug 13 - 6-10pm - Every Friday & Saturday)
*This live music series runs throughout the summer following each show with fireworks over the Moody Gardens pyramids and Offatts Bayou. Admission to each concert is $15 and free for kids three and under. Bands on the Sand will be held from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through August 13.
Dive in Movie Night (Jun 9th-Aug 11th - Every Thursday)
*Join Moody Gardens every Thursday night at Palm Beach for a family-friendly Dive in Movie! Just $12 after 6 p.m. (included with day passes and memberships). Movie starts at dusk and all pools will remain open with the exception of the Tower Slides. *Please note that specific movie titles will only be promoted onsite due to licensing reasons. All movies selected are family-friendly! Moody Gardens
Sealy Pavilion
Galveston Beach Band 7:30pm (Jun 7th- Aug 16th - Every Tuesday)
*Join the Galveston Beach Band every Tuesday evening this summer beginning June 7th at 7:30 PM for a weekly outdoor summer pop band concert. Every concert is free and offers great musical entertainment for the entire family! Galveston Beach Band
Galveston Arts Center
Summer Art Program for Kids 9-10am (Ages 5-8), 10:30am-12:30pm (Ages 9-12) (Jun 10th-Aug 12 - Every Friday)
*Friday morning classes are divided into two age groups: for 5-8 year-olds ($11 per class,) and for 9-12 year-olds ($22 per class.) Taught by professional, working artists with teaching experience, the classes include topics like painting, printmaking, portraits, sculpture, comics and more.
Art Program
Dive in Movie Night (Jun 9th-Aug 11th - Every Thursday)
*Join Moody Gardens every Thursday night at Palm Beach for a family-friendly Dive in Movie! Just $12 after 6 p.m. (included with day passes and memberships). Movie starts at dusk and all pools will remain open with the exception of the Tower Slides. *Please note that specific movie titles will only be promoted onsite due to licensing reasons. All movies selected are family-friendly! Moody Gardens
Sealy Pavilion
Galveston Beach Band 7:30pm (Jun 7th- Aug 16th - Every Tuesday)
*Join the Galveston Beach Band every Tuesday evening this summer beginning June 7th at 7:30 PM for a weekly outdoor summer pop band concert. Every concert is free and offers great musical entertainment for the entire family! Galveston Beach Band
Galveston Arts Center
Summer Art Program for Kids 9-10am (Ages 5-8), 10:30am-12:30pm (Ages 9-12) (Jun 10th-Aug 12 - Every Friday)
*Friday morning classes are divided into two age groups: for 5-8 year-olds ($11 per class,) and for 9-12 year-olds ($22 per class.) Taught by professional, working artists with teaching experience, the classes include topics like painting, printmaking, portraits, sculpture, comics and more.
Art Program
Studio 85 Dance & Fitness
Boogie with Baby 12pm (Every Saturday)
*Boogie with Baby is a fitness class with your baby in a carrier! Sounds so fun! Class will be every Saturday at noon and the cost is $10.71 (includes tax). Boogie with Baby
Clay Cup Studios
Tiny Tot Tuesday (Every Tuesday)
*From now on Tuesday will be Tiny Tot Tuesday at Clay Cup Studios! Bring your child in and for only $10 they can paint their very own tot. Tiny Tot Tuesday
Downtown/Menard Park
2508 Post Office or McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market 9-1pm (Sun) & 3-7pm (Thurs) (Every Sunday & Thursday)
*Pick up some local produce and help support local farmers and growers. They usually have a kids corner here and an artist playing some tunes. Farmers Market
Sea Scout Base Galveston
Schooner Sundays 2-5pm (Every Sunday)
*Get a fresh start to the day and set sail on the Galveston Sea Scout Base's schooner boat during "Schooner Sundays." The massive sailing beauty leaves Offats Bayou just after noon each Sunday and sails out to destinations beyond Galveston causeway. A licensed captain and “spot tracker” is aboard the ship, so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. *Check with website for cost involved*
M/V Baysmart Express Public Cruise 12:30-4pm (Every Saturday)
*Looking for something FUN? Hop aboard the M/V Baysmart Express for a 3 hour informative and scenic tour! Watch the pelicans soar over Offatts Bayou as you head into the Intercostal Waterway and pass under the Galveston Causeway Bridge. Be awed at the marine cargo vessels maneuvering in the Galveston and Houston Ship Channels. Dolphins surfacing are always exciting! Departing from and returning to the Sea Scout Base Galveston. Boarding at 12:30 - Departing at 1:00pm. Overflow parking with shuttle service available. Adults: $30 | Kids (Under 12): $20 | Kids 5 and Under: Free SSB Calendar
Galveston Island Beaches/Locations (Locations Vary)
Artist Boat
Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tours 9:30am-4:30pm (Tours departing at various times - Daily in the summer)
*Come spend an hour on a Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tour, and learn about the creatures and features that make Galveston's marine and coastal ecosystems so special! Tours provide free hands-on exploration of questions such as: Why does the water change colors? How is seaweed a good thing? How do I connect to the ocean? The tours are educational and fun for ocean lovers of all ages. Each tour caps at 20 participants, but with multiple tours each day, they welcome individuals and groups. Sign-up for tours is on location, but if your group would like to reserve a tour, email the Bucket Brigade Coordinator at kguidroz@artistboat.org, or call Artist Boat at (409)770-0722. Check out the website for a full schedule and tour times! Beach Tours
Kayak Adventure (Tours departing at various times - Daily in the summer)
*Artist Boat is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness and preservation of coastal margins and the marine environment through the disciplines of the sciences and the arts. There is a cost for each trip! Please check online for location/time of each trip. Book online at Kayak Adventure
Weekly Events & Activities Jun 13th-Jun 19th
Mon Jun 13th
Rosenberg Library
Paws to Read 11am
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Texas Money 11am
* Learn all about Texas currency and the historical artifacts in the Rosenberg Museum Exhibit On the Run: Currency, Credit, and Capitals of the Republic of Texas. Rosenberg Library
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Texas Money 11am
* Learn all about Texas currency and the historical artifacts in the Rosenberg Museum Exhibit On the Run: Currency, Credit, and Capitals of the Republic of Texas. Rosenberg Library
Tues Jun 14th
Clay Cup Studios
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Rosenberg Library
Bluebonnet Book Party 2-3pm
*Bluebonnet Book Party. For 3rd-6th graders only. Book discussions, food, and fun activities highlighting the 2016 Bluebonnet nominees. Registration required here: Rosenberg Library
Sealy Pavilion
Galveston Beach Band 7:30pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Wed Jun 15th
*Bluebonnet Book Party. For 3rd-6th graders only. Book discussions, food, and fun activities highlighting the 2016 Bluebonnet nominees. Registration required here: Rosenberg Library
Sealy Pavilion
Galveston Beach Band 7:30pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Wed Jun 15th
Rosenberg Library
Storytime 10am & 2:30pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Teen Iron Chef 2-4pm
*Create a dish using everyday ingredients for a chance to be crowned the Iron Chef. Rosenberg Library
1838 Menard House
The Making of the Underground Railroad 8:30am-12pm
*his program will feature musical performances, presentations on key figures of the Underground Railroad and a coded quilts exhibit. Students aged 6 through 18 are welcomed for free and must be accompanies by an adult chaperone. Space is limited and reservations are required by calling Jami Durham at 409-765-3453 or emailing jami.durham@galvestonhistory.org. Sack lunches at the Menard Complex grounds are welcomed after the program concludes. Underground Railroad
Storytime 10am & 2:30pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Teen Iron Chef 2-4pm
*Create a dish using everyday ingredients for a chance to be crowned the Iron Chef. Rosenberg Library
1838 Menard House
The Making of the Underground Railroad 8:30am-12pm
*his program will feature musical performances, presentations on key figures of the Underground Railroad and a coded quilts exhibit. Students aged 6 through 18 are welcomed for free and must be accompanies by an adult chaperone. Space is limited and reservations are required by calling Jami Durham at 409-765-3453 or emailing jami.durham@galvestonhistory.org. Sack lunches at the Menard Complex grounds are welcomed after the program concludes. Underground Railroad
Thurs Jun 16th
Seawall - 81st Street
Seawall Hike/Walk - Fast Paced - Hike it Baby 8-10am
*Get your sneakers on and meet HIB by 81st street, and walk to the end of seawall (1.7 mile one way). Because of traffic and drop onto the beach, please bring stroller or carrier and keep those kiddos safely in!!! It’s more of a faster walk to get the day started! Parking between 69th and 81st is free, park close to 81st street on Seawall. Seawall Hike
Menard Park
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market 3-7pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Rosenberg Library
Yoga for Youngsters 2:30pm
*Melody Van Kay leads a yoga class for children. No equipment or previous experience required.
Paws to Read 6-7pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info! Rosenberg Library
Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
Dive in Movie Night 6pm - (Movie starts at dusk)
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info! Moody Gardens
Fri Jun 17th
Kermit Courville Stadium
Galveston Cajun Crawfish Festival (All weekend - Jun 17th-19th)
*Get ready to celebrate the best of Texas and Louisiana-styled foods, have fun with the entire family — all while enjoying the cool and flavorful sounds of some of the best musical entertainment around. In addition to vendors selling arts and crafts, food, and other wares, festival goers can look forward to succulent crawfish, Texas barbecue, seafood, beer, and drinks! Live entertainment will feature Zydeco and blues bands, while children can have fun in their own Kid’s Zone — with activities planned for youngsters of all ages.The festival will take place rain or shine! At the gate, tickets per day are $15 for adults or $40 for a three-day pass. Ages 12 and younger and active military with current ID (must provide ID) will be admitted free. Crawfish Festival
Galveston Arts Center
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Rosenberg Library
Yoga for Youngsters 2:30pm
*Melody Van Kay leads a yoga class for children. No equipment or previous experience required.
Paws to Read 6-7pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info! Rosenberg Library
Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
Dive in Movie Night 6pm - (Movie starts at dusk)
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info! Moody Gardens
Fri Jun 17th
Kermit Courville Stadium
Galveston Cajun Crawfish Festival (All weekend - Jun 17th-19th)
*Get ready to celebrate the best of Texas and Louisiana-styled foods, have fun with the entire family — all while enjoying the cool and flavorful sounds of some of the best musical entertainment around. In addition to vendors selling arts and crafts, food, and other wares, festival goers can look forward to succulent crawfish, Texas barbecue, seafood, beer, and drinks! Live entertainment will feature Zydeco and blues bands, while children can have fun in their own Kid’s Zone — with activities planned for youngsters of all ages.The festival will take place rain or shine! At the gate, tickets per day are $15 for adults or $40 for a three-day pass. Ages 12 and younger and active military with current ID (must provide ID) will be admitted free. Crawfish Festival
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Ball High School
Juneteenth Beach Shoot-Out Tournament (Jun 17th & 18th)
*The Juneteenth Beach Shoot-Out basketball tournament will be June 17 through June 18 at Ball High School, 4115 Ave. O. Admission for spectators is $5 per person. High school teams can register by contacting David Graham, davidgraham@gisd.org or 832-341-3555. Shoot-Out
Rosenberg Library
Not all Superheroes Wear Capes 2:30pm
*Learn about all kinds of heroes in everyday life during this interactive show with special guest Julian Franklin. Rosenberg Library
Galveston Island State Park
All events are free with park admission ($5 person/13 & under free) GISP Calendar
Turtle Patrol Jr. 6-7pm
*Become a Jr. Ranger and help save the sea turtles! You can become a citizen scientist, and help the park to understand more about the Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle, an endangered species that nests Galveston Island State Park. You will take a stroll down the beach and explore ways to help the environment. Meet at the day use picnic area and begin a short hike down the beach and through the dunes, patrolling for turtles on this easy, evening beach hike. Great for anyone wanted to become a Jr. Ranger. Families, groups, and pets on a leash are welcome. Jr. Ranger Edition focuses on more hands-on and kid-friendly activities and topics.
Turtle Patrol 7-8pm
*Become a citizen scientist, and help the park to understand more about the Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle, an endangered species that nests Galveston Island State Park.
Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
Bands on the Sand 6-10pm
*Beginning June 4, this live music series runs throughout the summer following each show with fireworks over the Moody Gardens pyramids and Offatts Bayou. Bands on the Sand will be held from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through August 13. Moody Gardens
Saturday Jun 18th
Turtle Patrol Jr. 6-7pm
*Become a Jr. Ranger and help save the sea turtles! You can become a citizen scientist, and help the park to understand more about the Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle, an endangered species that nests Galveston Island State Park. You will take a stroll down the beach and explore ways to help the environment. Meet at the day use picnic area and begin a short hike down the beach and through the dunes, patrolling for turtles on this easy, evening beach hike. Great for anyone wanted to become a Jr. Ranger. Families, groups, and pets on a leash are welcome. Jr. Ranger Edition focuses on more hands-on and kid-friendly activities and topics.
Turtle Patrol 7-8pm
*Become a citizen scientist, and help the park to understand more about the Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle, an endangered species that nests Galveston Island State Park.
Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
Bands on the Sand 6-10pm
*Beginning June 4, this live music series runs throughout the summer following each show with fireworks over the Moody Gardens pyramids and Offatts Bayou. Bands on the Sand will be held from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through August 13. Moody Gardens
Saturday Jun 18th
Kermit Courville Stadium
Galveston Cajun Crawfish Festival (All weekend - Jun 17-19)
*Get ready to celebrate the best of Texas and Louisiana-styled foods, have fun with the entire family — all while enjoying the cool and flavorful sounds of some of the best musical entertainment around. In addition to vendors selling arts and crafts, food, and other wares, festival goers can look forward to succulent crawfish, Texas barbecue, seafood, beer, and drinks! Live entertainment will feature Zydeco and blues bands, while children can have fun in their own Kid’s Zone — with activities planned for youngsters of all ages.The festival will take place rain or shine! At the gate, tickets per day are $15 for adults or $40 for a three-day pass. Ages 12 and younger and active military with current ID (must provide ID) will be admitted free. Crawfish Festival
Ball High School
Juneteenth Beach Shoot-Out Tournament (Jun 17th & 18th)
*The Juneteenth Beach Shoot-Out basketball tournament will be June 17 through June 18 at Ball High School, 4115 Ave. O. Admission for spectators is $5 per person. High school teams can register by contacting David Graham, davidgraham@gisd.org or 832-341-3555. Shoot-Out
Ashton Villa
Emancipation Proclamation Reading & Prayer Breakfast 8:30am
*The Galveston Juneteenth Coalition will present the 37th annual Al Edwards' Emancipation Proclamation Reading and Prayer Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. June 18 at Ashton Villa. A complimentary breakfast will be provided. For information, call Doug Matthews, 409-599-5520. Reading & Breakfast
East Beach
ESPN Radio SunFest 2016 CoEd Championships 9am
*The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association will host the ESPN Radio SunFest 2016 CoEd Championships. Prizes are provided by Yahoo & ESPN Sports Radio who are the tournament Promoters. GCVA staff are the Tournament Directors/Event Mgmt.
Entry Fees: $25 per person, $50 per team ESPN SunFest
Beach Blitz Texas: Youth 9am
*Beach Blitz Texas is a 5v5 sand soccer tournament nd is part of a 7 tournament beach soccer series on the East Coast. Tournament is open to players/teams U7-U18 with both girls and boys divisions available with recreational, intermediate and competitive groups for each age. The tournament is a one day event, each team plays 4 games guaranteed (30 minutes each) on a field 30 x 40 yards.Winners receive a team trophy and individual medals and runners-up receive medals.
Beach Blitz
Wright Cuney Park
Juneteenth Picnic 10am-3pm
*The 38th annual Annie Mae Charles Juneteenth Picnic will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 18 at Wright Cuney Park, 41st Street and Avenue H. Complimentary refreshments will be provided as well as entertainment and music for the entire family. For information, call Beverly Charles-Lewis, 409-621-6126, or Barbara Gordon, 409-599-8050. Juneteenth Picnic
26th & Winnie - Galveston
Juneteenth Parad #1 12pm
*The city of Galveston will have two Juneteenth parades June 18. The first one will begin at noon beginning at 26th and Winnie streets and will end at 41st and Ball streets. If you'd like to participate or need information, call Rosalyn Jackson, 409-497-3203, Cheryl Curtis, 409-356-9227, Herbert Bell, 409-771-0856, or Cephus Scott, 409-789-9723. The second parade will begin at 7 p.m. and will start at 20th and Strand streets, travel to 25th Street, turn left toward Seawall Boulevard, and then will end at 28th Street and Avenue Q. To participate in this parade, call J.J. Shabazz, 409-599-0155, or Sandra Tousant, 832-452-2956. Juneteenth Parades
Studio 85 Dance & Fitness
Boogie with Baby 12pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Kermit Courville Stadium
Juneteenth Family & Friends Day Festival 12-8pm
*The African American Museum will sponsor its Juneteenth Family and Friends Day Festival from noon to 8 p.m. June 11 in the parking lot of Kermit Courville Stadium, corner of 27th Street and Avenue L. For information, call James Josey, 409-497-6963, or Carl Lomax, 281-455-2885.
Family & Friends Festival
Sea Scout Base Galveston
M/V Baysmart Express Public Cruise 12:30-4pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Galveston Island State Park
Galveston Island State Park
All events are free with park admission ($5 person/13 & under free) GISP Calendar
Beach Exploration 10-11:30am
*Walks led by Galveston Bay Area Texas Master Naturalists - come and make memories with your family and friends.
Beach Safety 101 11:30am-12:30pm
*Don't be afraid to go into the water, but do it safely! Come, have some fun and enjoy the beaches of Galveston safely with Ranger Lisa. She will discuss some of the basics on land, then use some life jackets to explore the currents at our sandy shores. (Life jackets provided and shared.)
Sand Castle Contest 2:30-3:30pm
*Ranger Lisa will clear an area for our contest, and bring some gear for you to use. The park wants to see what kind of castle you can make, so you're invited to spend some time gathering materials, building a structure, and decorating it to your liking! Prizes awarded to participants, but you can enter youth into our Arts in the Parks contest, via the Get to Know website for bigger prizes (ages 0-19yrs): Get to Know Only sand castles made during the program count. No prior experience or materials needed.
Shiloh A.M.E Church
Juneteenth Block Party 1-5pm
*Shiloh A.M.E. Church will have its annual Juneteenth Block Party from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. June 18 at 1310 29th St. For information, call Helen Davis, 409-762-3646. Block Party
Jack Johnson Park
Juneteenth at Jack Johnson Park 1-4pm
*The Galveston Juneteenth Coalition will present its third annual Juneteenth at Jack Johnson Park event from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. June 18 at 2601 Ave. M (next to Old Central). For information, call Pete Henley, 409-392-0317, or Doug Matthews, 409-599-5520. Juneteenth at Jack Johnson
Galveston Children's Museum
Naughty Nana 1pm
*Admission to the book reading and interaction with Nana is free with regular museum admission. Nana will be giving out pawtographs and sloppy kisses.
Spectacular Saturday
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info! GCM Calendar
Moody Gardens
Birding 201 9-11am
*Take what you learned in Birding 101 and apply it to the field! Go on a hunt for the birds on the island. Participants should meet in the Aquarium Pyramid lobby. The cost for the class is $5, and Moody Gardens® will provide the transportation. To reserve a spot, please call 409-683-4101 no later than the Wednesday prior to the Saturday class.
Bands on the Sand 6-10pm
*Beginning June 4, this live music series runs throughout the summer following each show with fireworks over the Moody Gardens pyramids and Offatts Bayou. Bands on the Sand will be held from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through August 13. Moody Gardens
Clay Cup Studios
Sunday Jun 19th
Happy Father's Day!
Kermit Courville Stadium
Galveston Cajun Crawfish Festival (All weekend - Jun 17-19)
*Get ready to celebrate the best of Texas and Louisiana-styled foods, have fun with the entire family — all while enjoying the cool and flavorful sounds of some of the best musical entertainment around. In addition to vendors selling arts and crafts, food, and other wares, festival goers can look forward to succulent crawfish, Texas barbecue, seafood, beer, and drinks! Live entertainment will feature Zydeco and blues bands, while children can have fun in their own Kid’s Zone — with activities planned for youngsters of all ages.The festival will take place rain or shine! At the gate, tickets per day are $15 for adults or $40 for a three-day pass. Ages 12 and younger and active military with current ID (must provide ID) will be admitted free. Crawfish Festival
Downtown
Beach Exploration 10-11:30am
*Walks led by Galveston Bay Area Texas Master Naturalists - come and make memories with your family and friends.
Beach Safety 101 11:30am-12:30pm
*Don't be afraid to go into the water, but do it safely! Come, have some fun and enjoy the beaches of Galveston safely with Ranger Lisa. She will discuss some of the basics on land, then use some life jackets to explore the currents at our sandy shores. (Life jackets provided and shared.)
Sand Castle Contest 2:30-3:30pm
*Ranger Lisa will clear an area for our contest, and bring some gear for you to use. The park wants to see what kind of castle you can make, so you're invited to spend some time gathering materials, building a structure, and decorating it to your liking! Prizes awarded to participants, but you can enter youth into our Arts in the Parks contest, via the Get to Know website for bigger prizes (ages 0-19yrs): Get to Know Only sand castles made during the program count. No prior experience or materials needed.
Shiloh A.M.E Church
Juneteenth Block Party 1-5pm
*Shiloh A.M.E. Church will have its annual Juneteenth Block Party from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. June 18 at 1310 29th St. For information, call Helen Davis, 409-762-3646. Block Party
Jack Johnson Park
Juneteenth at Jack Johnson Park 1-4pm
*The Galveston Juneteenth Coalition will present its third annual Juneteenth at Jack Johnson Park event from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. June 18 at 2601 Ave. M (next to Old Central). For information, call Pete Henley, 409-392-0317, or Doug Matthews, 409-599-5520. Juneteenth at Jack Johnson
Galveston Children's Museum
Naughty Nana 1pm
*Admission to the book reading and interaction with Nana is free with regular museum admission. Nana will be giving out pawtographs and sloppy kisses.
Spectacular Saturday
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info! GCM Calendar
Moody Gardens
Birding 201 9-11am
*Take what you learned in Birding 101 and apply it to the field! Go on a hunt for the birds on the island. Participants should meet in the Aquarium Pyramid lobby. The cost for the class is $5, and Moody Gardens® will provide the transportation. To reserve a spot, please call 409-683-4101 no later than the Wednesday prior to the Saturday class.
Bands on the Sand 6-10pm
*Beginning June 4, this live music series runs throughout the summer following each show with fireworks over the Moody Gardens pyramids and Offatts Bayou. Bands on the Sand will be held from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through August 13. Moody Gardens
Clay Cup Studios
Family Date Night - Board Art 5:30-7:30pm
*Family Date is always fun. Its a great way to spend time together laughing and connecting. This months project is board art. Family Date Night includes project, pizza & drinks for family of 4. The cost is $45. Have a larger family? No problem - just let Clay Cup know! There may be an additional charge for food only. Just call to ask or email! Family Date Night
20th & Strand - Galveston
Juneteenth Parade #2 7pm
*The city of Galveston will have two Juneteenth parades June 18. The first one will begin at noon beginning at 26th and Winnie streets and will end at 41st and Ball streets. If you'd like to participate or need information, call Rosalyn Jackson, 409-497-3203, Cheryl Curtis, 409-356-9227, Herbert Bell, 409-771-0856, or Cephus Scott, 409-789-9723. The second parade will begin at 7 p.m. and will start at 20th and Strand streets, travel to 25th Street, turn left toward Seawall Boulevard, and then will end at 28th Street and Avenue Q. To participate in this parade, call J.J. Shabazz, 409-599-0155, or Sandra Tousant, 832-452-2956. Juneteenth Parades
20th & Strand - Galveston
Juneteenth Parade #2 7pm
*The city of Galveston will have two Juneteenth parades June 18. The first one will begin at noon beginning at 26th and Winnie streets and will end at 41st and Ball streets. If you'd like to participate or need information, call Rosalyn Jackson, 409-497-3203, Cheryl Curtis, 409-356-9227, Herbert Bell, 409-771-0856, or Cephus Scott, 409-789-9723. The second parade will begin at 7 p.m. and will start at 20th and Strand streets, travel to 25th Street, turn left toward Seawall Boulevard, and then will end at 28th Street and Avenue Q. To participate in this parade, call J.J. Shabazz, 409-599-0155, or Sandra Tousant, 832-452-2956. Juneteenth Parades
Sunday Jun 19th
Happy Father's Day!
Kermit Courville Stadium
Galveston Cajun Crawfish Festival (All weekend - Jun 17-19)
*Get ready to celebrate the best of Texas and Louisiana-styled foods, have fun with the entire family — all while enjoying the cool and flavorful sounds of some of the best musical entertainment around. In addition to vendors selling arts and crafts, food, and other wares, festival goers can look forward to succulent crawfish, Texas barbecue, seafood, beer, and drinks! Live entertainment will feature Zydeco and blues bands, while children can have fun in their own Kid’s Zone — with activities planned for youngsters of all ages.The festival will take place rain or shine! At the gate, tickets per day are $15 for adults or $40 for a three-day pass. Ages 12 and younger and active military with current ID (must provide ID) will be admitted free. Crawfish Festival
Downtown
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market 9-1pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Wright Cuney Park
Juneteenth "Celebrating Human Excellence" 2-6pm
*The Juneteenth "Celebrating Human Excellence" event will be from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. June 19 at Wright Cuney Park, 718 41st St. The event will feature music, food and fun. For information, call J.J. Shabazz, 409-599-0155. Juneteenth
Sea Scout Base Galveston
Galveston Island State Park
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Wright Cuney Park
Juneteenth "Celebrating Human Excellence" 2-6pm
*The Juneteenth "Celebrating Human Excellence" event will be from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. June 19 at Wright Cuney Park, 718 41st St. The event will feature music, food and fun. For information, call J.J. Shabazz, 409-599-0155. Juneteenth
Sea Scout Base Galveston
Schooner Sundays 2-5pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Galveston Island State Park
All events are free with park admission ($5 person/13 & under free) GISP Calendar
Bay Exploration 10-11:00am
*Tours start at the Nature Learning Center and are led by volunteers from the Galveston Bay Area TX Master Naturalist. Come join the fun of seining, finding out more about fiddler crabs and experience all the bay has to offer.
2015 Broadway - Galveston
Reedy Chapel AME Church March & Program 6-7:30pm
*In celebration of Juneteenth, Reedy Chapel A.M.E. Church will have its annual Historic March and Inspirational Program from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. June 19 at 2015 Broadway.
Marchers should convene at 6 p.m. on the steps of the Old Galveston County Courthouse, 722 21st St., and the procession will begin to the church. For information, contact Sharon B. Gillins, sbgillins@gmail.com or 409-974-4839. Church March
Let me know if I missed anything!!!!
Bay Exploration 10-11:00am
*Tours start at the Nature Learning Center and are led by volunteers from the Galveston Bay Area TX Master Naturalist. Come join the fun of seining, finding out more about fiddler crabs and experience all the bay has to offer.
2015 Broadway - Galveston
Reedy Chapel AME Church March & Program 6-7:30pm
*In celebration of Juneteenth, Reedy Chapel A.M.E. Church will have its annual Historic March and Inspirational Program from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. June 19 at 2015 Broadway.
Marchers should convene at 6 p.m. on the steps of the Old Galveston County Courthouse, 722 21st St., and the procession will begin to the church. For information, contact Sharon B. Gillins, sbgillins@gmail.com or 409-974-4839. Church March
Let me know if I missed anything!!!!
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