Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Sept 26th-Oct 2nd 2016! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!
Weekly Events & Activities Sep 26th-Oct 2nd
Mon Sept 26th
Sugar Bean at Evia
Hike It Baby Morning Coffee Stroll & Play 9:30am
*Meet in front of Sugar Bean coffee house and walk to the playground nearby. They will walk on street but traffic is minimal there, please plan accordingly if you wish to get coffee or any other refreshments or snack at the coffee place. (Recurring hike) *For first timers - to attend a HIB event, you are now required to register on their website and sign the waiver. Hike it Baby
McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Kids Recreation Guitar for Beginners (Mondays 5-6pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Tues Sept 27th
Clay Cup Studios
*Reference below under ongoing events for more info!
Moody Gardens
Hike It Baby Toddler Led Moody Gardens Loop 8:30-10am
*Meet in front of main building under stairs, walk to Festival Lights entrance and 1st playground, to little boat marina behind Palm Beach, to paddle boat and 2nd playground, to Butterfly Garden, to Macaw birds, and then walk inside to use restroom or refreshments. To end, walk over the bridge and down to main building. *For first timers - to attend a HIB event, you are now required to register on their website and sign the waiver. Hike it Baby
McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Kids Recreation Karate (Tuesdays 5-6pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Latin Dance (Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Wed Sept 28th
Rosenberg Library
Storytime 10am & 2pm
*Stories, fingerplays, music and puppets shared in a cozy setting. Planned for the individual child and parent or guardian. Rosenberg Library
Hike it Baby - Rosenberg Library
Storytime and Hike 10am-12pm
*Meet HIB at story time and afterwards walk 1 mile on quiet street to awesome Adoue Park! You can even have picnic there. In case of bad weather they will stay inside the library and play or read more. *For first timers - to attend a HIB event, you are now required to register on their website and sign the waiver. Hike it Baby
McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Tennis Lessons (Wednesdays 4-5pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Arts & Crafts (Wednesdays & Fridays 3-6pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Thurs Sep 29th
McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Tennis Lessons (Wednesdays 4-5pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Arts & Crafts (Wednesdays & Fridays 3-6pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Thurs Sep 29th
Seawall & 81st
Hike it Baby Seawall Fast Paced Hike 8-10am
*Meet HIB at 81st street traffic light for morning paced walk. They will walk to the end of Seawall and back its a 3/4 mile long walk!!! Please keep your kids in stroller or carrier to avoid any accidents as we are walking by big drop off and busy street! Parking is free from 69th st to 81st. (Recurring hike) *For first timers - to attend a HIB event, you are now required to register on their website and sign the waiver. Hike it Baby
Menard Park
*Meet HIB at 81st street traffic light for morning paced walk. They will walk to the end of Seawall and back its a 3/4 mile long walk!!! Please keep your kids in stroller or carrier to avoid any accidents as we are walking by big drop off and busy street! Parking is free from 69th st to 81st. (Recurring hike) *For first timers - to attend a HIB event, you are now required to register on their website and sign the waiver. Hike it Baby
Menard Park
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market 3-7pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Kids Recreation Boxing (Thurdays 5-6pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Latin Dance (Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Rosenberg Library
Paws to Read 6-7pm
*Stop by the Children’s Department and read a story to one of their furry canine friends!
Family Fun Night 7-8pm
*Join the library for storytelling magic for the whole family!! Rosenberg Library
Fri Sept 30th
Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Arts & Crafts (Wednesdays & Fridays 3-6pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Tremont Gallery
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Kids Recreation Boxing (Thurdays 5-6pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Latin Dance (Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Rosenberg Library
Paws to Read 6-7pm
*Stop by the Children’s Department and read a story to one of their furry canine friends!
Family Fun Night 7-8pm
*Join the library for storytelling magic for the whole family!! Rosenberg Library
Fri Sept 30th
Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Arts & Crafts (Wednesdays & Fridays 3-6pm)
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Tremont Gallery
*Children's Art Classes every Friday 3-5pm & 5-7pm, $20 per class, all art supplies provided, as well as healthy snacks and drinks. Tremont Art Classes
Galveston Island State Park
All events are free with park admission ($5 person/13 & under free) GISP Calendar
Paint Party 6-7pm
*Let the beauty found in Galveston Island State Park inspire you to pick up a brush and lay down some color. Create a one-of-a-kind souvenir, and make some memories with Ranger Lisa.
Artist Boat
Kayak Adventure 10am-2pm
*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! Artist Boat
Saturday Oct 1st
Paint Party 6-7pm
*Let the beauty found in Galveston Island State Park inspire you to pick up a brush and lay down some color. Create a one-of-a-kind souvenir, and make some memories with Ranger Lisa.
Artist Boat
Kayak Adventure 10am-2pm
*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! Artist Boat
Clay Cup Studios
Tween Night 5-7pm
*Tween Night is always a big hit with the kids ages 9-13. Includes Projects, Dinner & Drinks The cost is $35. Clay Cup Events
Saturday Oct 1st
Home Depot Galveston
Workshop - Fire Trucks 9am-12pm
*Join our hands-on workshop and you and your child can build a toy fire truck with real wheels so you can race it to the rescue! Once the toy truck is built, your child can decorate it with paint & vehicle stickers. All kids get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last. Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit, apron and pin. Home Depot Workshop
Rosenberg Railroad Museum
All Aboard Galveston! 10am-5pm
*All Aboard Galveston! Celebrate America’s Railroad at the Galveston Railroad Museum. During the event, enjoy FREE admission to the museum and explore the Amtrak Exhibit Train, engaging guests about the company’s past, present and future. For the youngest rail fans, stop off at Chuggington Kids Depot, featuring toy train and coloring tables. There’s something that’s bound to strike a chord for everyone! Part of Galveston Railroad Days Oct 1st and 2nd - Admission is free both days! All Aboard Galveston!
Galveston Children's Museum
Spectacular Saturday
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info! GCM Calendar
Galveston Island State Park
M/V Baysmart Express Public Cruise 12:30-4pm
*All Aboard Galveston! Celebrate America’s Railroad at the Galveston Railroad Museum. During the event, enjoy FREE admission to the museum and explore the Amtrak Exhibit Train, engaging guests about the company’s past, present and future. For the youngest rail fans, stop off at Chuggington Kids Depot, featuring toy train and coloring tables. There’s something that’s bound to strike a chord for everyone! Part of Galveston Railroad Days Oct 1st and 2nd - Admission is free both days! All Aboard Galveston!
Galveston Children's Museum
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info! GCM Calendar
Galveston Island State Park
All events are free with park admission ($5 person/13 & under free) GISP Calendar
Become a Jr. Ranger! 8:30am
*Explore the park with some cool tools and tips. Join the short lesson and exploring hike. Great for families, young scouts, and youth of all ages to learn about the important job of a park ranger, and spend time discovering wildlife and hiking safety.
Beach Exploration 10-11:30am
*Walks led by Galveston Bay Area Texas Master Naturalists - come and make memories with your family and friends.
Zombie Apocalypse Hike 2:30-3:30pm
*Have you wondered about your abilities to live in the wild, such as after an apocalyptic event? The park is going to talk about the basic skills needed to find food, water, shelter, and space in our short (somewhat humorous) program. It will begin at the Nature Center and travel to find the necessary items for survival. Then, they will discuss the importance of plants and human uses of the area. Finally, we'll test your luck to survive a zombie apocalypse. Everyone is welcome to this free hour-long program (pets and zombies must be on leash.) Bring your hiking gear for a short prairie walk.
Sea Scout Base Galveston
Become a Jr. Ranger! 8:30am
*Explore the park with some cool tools and tips. Join the short lesson and exploring hike. Great for families, young scouts, and youth of all ages to learn about the important job of a park ranger, and spend time discovering wildlife and hiking safety.
Beach Exploration 10-11:30am
*Walks led by Galveston Bay Area Texas Master Naturalists - come and make memories with your family and friends.
Zombie Apocalypse Hike 2:30-3:30pm
*Have you wondered about your abilities to live in the wild, such as after an apocalyptic event? The park is going to talk about the basic skills needed to find food, water, shelter, and space in our short (somewhat humorous) program. It will begin at the Nature Center and travel to find the necessary items for survival. Then, they will discuss the importance of plants and human uses of the area. Finally, we'll test your luck to survive a zombie apocalypse. Everyone is welcome to this free hour-long program (pets and zombies must be on leash.) Bring your hiking gear for a short prairie walk.
Sea Scout Base Galveston
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Rosenberg Library
YALL Meeting 2:30-3:30pm
*YALL is the teen volunteer group for ages 12-17 with free activities and snacks, almost every week throughout the year. For more information please contact Aubrey @ aparker@rosenberg-library.org or call (409) 763-8854 ext 140. Rosenberg Library
Saengerfest Park
Music Nite on the Strand 3-5pm
*Note the earlier time!! Music Nite on The Strand featuring The Michael Hix Band (Pop, Rock, Soul)
Movie Nite on the Strand 7pm
*Come out to The Strand for a movie night! Labyrinth will be showing! Free! Music & Movie Nite on the Strand
Clay Cup Studios
Clay Pumpkin Lanterns 6-8pm
*Come and enjoy this Halloween themed sculpting class. Subject is jack-o-lantern and witch hat tea light lanterns. Class is family friendly and will be a ton of fun! Cost is $35. Clay Cup Events
Movies on the Beach 8pm
Sunday Oct 2nd
Rosenberg Railroad Museum
Rosenberg Library
YALL Meeting 2:30-3:30pm
*YALL is the teen volunteer group for ages 12-17 with free activities and snacks, almost every week throughout the year. For more information please contact Aubrey @ aparker@rosenberg-library.org or call (409) 763-8854 ext 140. Rosenberg Library
Saengerfest Park
Music Nite on the Strand 3-5pm
*Note the earlier time!! Music Nite on The Strand featuring The Michael Hix Band (Pop, Rock, Soul)
Movie Nite on the Strand 7pm
*Come out to The Strand for a movie night! Labyrinth will be showing! Free! Music & Movie Nite on the Strand
Clay Cup Studios
Clay Pumpkin Lanterns 6-8pm
*Come and enjoy this Halloween themed sculpting class. Subject is jack-o-lantern and witch hat tea light lanterns. Class is family friendly and will be a ton of fun! Cost is $35. Clay Cup Events
Ocean Village Hotel - Surfside Beach (Off Island)
*FREE to the public and free parking at Ocean Village Hotel. Come early and have dinner with them before the movie! Please check their events on Facebook for movies showing to make sure a kid friendly movie is playing! Movies on the Beach
Sunday Oct 2nd
Rosenberg Railroad Museum
Railroad Days - Train Ride to Brenham 10am-5pm
*Ride behind the Museum's famous Santa Fe Chief Locomotives. The plan is to leave the Depot at 9:00 am round trip to Brenham, TX and back. Depending on track availability and time constraints. Tickets available on a first come first serve basis - $250 per ticket. There will be lunch served on-board in the Museum's dining car. Part of Galveston Railroad Days Oct 1st and 2nd - Admission is free both days! Railroad Days
Schreiber Park
*Ride behind the Museum's famous Santa Fe Chief Locomotives. The plan is to leave the Depot at 9:00 am round trip to Brenham, TX and back. Depending on track availability and time constraints. Tickets available on a first come first serve basis - $250 per ticket. There will be lunch served on-board in the Museum's dining car. Part of Galveston Railroad Days Oct 1st and 2nd - Admission is free both days! Railroad Days
Schreiber Park
Hike it Baby Football Sunday Playground Time 10am-11:30am
*Wear your team clothes or colors and come burn some energy with HIB before the game!!! *For first timers - to attend a HIB event, you are now required to register on their website and sign the waiver. Hike it Baby
*Wear your team clothes or colors and come burn some energy with HIB before the game!!! *For first timers - to attend a HIB event, you are now required to register on their website and sign the waiver. Hike it Baby
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market 9-1pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
Galveston Island State Park
*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.
Sea Scout Base Galveston
Schooner Sundays 11-5pm
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.
Sea Scout Base Galveston
Schooner Sundays 11-5pm
*Reference above under ongoing events for more info!
The Grand 1894 Opera House
Galveston Symphony Orchestra 4pm
*Program: Vienna and Paris, Haydn - "The Deserted Island" Overture, Debussy - "Afternoon of a Faun", Mozart - Bassoon Concerto, K.191 (Kirstin Wolfe Jensen, bassoon), Bizet - Symphony in C
The Galveston Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to mastering and performing the full range of symphonic literature. Tickets are $30 Adult and $20 Children. Tickets may be purchased at The Grand’s Box Office, 2020 Postoffice Street, by calling 409.765.1894, 800.821.1894 or online The Grand
The Grand 1894 Opera House
Galveston Symphony Orchestra 4pm
*Program: Vienna and Paris, Haydn - "The Deserted Island" Overture, Debussy - "Afternoon of a Faun", Mozart - Bassoon Concerto, K.191 (Kirstin Wolfe Jensen, bassoon), Bizet - Symphony in C
The Galveston Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to mastering and performing the full range of symphonic literature. Tickets are $30 Adult and $20 Children. Tickets may be purchased at The Grand’s Box Office, 2020 Postoffice Street, by calling 409.765.1894, 800.821.1894 or online The Grand
Ongoing Events & Activities
Galveston Children's Museum
Galveston Children's Museum
Mommy, Daddy & Me 10am and Storytime 11am (Tues-Fri)
Spectacular Saturday 12:30-1:30pm (Every Saturday)
*Additional science or art activity included with admission price. GCM Calendar
McGuire Dent Recreation Center
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Tutoring & Homework Help (Daily 3-6pm)
Kids Recreation Guitar for Beginners (Mondays 5-6pm)
Kids Recreation Karate (Tuesdays 5-6pm)
Kids Tennis (Wednesdays 4-5pm)
*Please call for details on tennis lessons.
Kids Recreation Boxing (Thursdays 5-6pm)
Wright Cuney Recreation Center
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Tutoring & Homework Help (Daily 3-6pm)
Latin Dance (Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-5:30pm)
Arts & Crafts (Wednesdays & Fridays 3-6pm)
Schreiber Park
Hike it Baby After School Play Time 3:15-4:15pm (Daily)
Tremont Gallery
*Additional science or art activity included with admission price. GCM Calendar
McGuire Dent Recreation Center
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
Tutoring & Homework Help (Daily 3-6pm)
Kids Recreation Guitar for Beginners (Mondays 5-6pm)
Kids Recreation Karate (Tuesdays 5-6pm)
Kids Tennis (Wednesdays 4-5pm)
*Please call for details on tennis lessons.
Kids Recreation Boxing (Thursdays 5-6pm)
Wright Cuney Recreation Center
*Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered. Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
Tutoring & Homework Help (Daily 3-6pm)
Latin Dance (Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-5:30pm)
Arts & Crafts (Wednesdays & Fridays 3-6pm)
Schreiber Park
Hike it Baby After School Play Time 3:15-4:15pm (Daily)
*Meet HIB everyday at Schreiber (Spaceship, Rocketship) park for playground time. Meet in the middle under palms. This time outside also counts into HIB30 - 3x 30min per week! Weather permitted and only during school day (no Labor-day weekend or Labor Day. In the corner of playground there is a splash pad, prepare if you wish to splash! Hike it Baby
Tremont Gallery
Children's Art Classes 3-7pm (August - Every Friday)
*Children's Art Classes every Friday 3-5pm & 5-7pm, $20 per class, all art supplies provided, as well as healthy snacks and drinks. Tremont Art Classes
Clay Cup Studios
*Children's Art Classes every Friday 3-5pm & 5-7pm, $20 per class, all art supplies provided, as well as healthy snacks and drinks. Tremont Art Classes
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. Clay Cup Events
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 11-5pm (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
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