Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Nov 28th-Dec 4th 2016! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!
Weekly Events & Activities Nov 28th-Dec 4th
Get your advent calendars ready - December is creeping up on us this week! All the holiday happenings are in full swing and more events are popping up. Throughout the week make sure you are stopping by the library for Christmas Countdown with a story. On Thursday, Galveston Children's Museum is having Dickens Tea Party, so be sure to register if you haven't already! Friday, Dickens on the Strand kicks off and Ronald McDonald House is having their annual Lights of Love bash! Along with Dickens on the Strand over the weekend, you can check out Cheer on the Pier on Saturday and Sunday Brunch with Santa at The Galvez on Sunday. Also Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol is playing at The Grand this weekend - grab a Groupon for it below! As you scroll through the calendar, just click on each activity to read more about it and find the link. For a calendar with just holiday events click here. For a list of Santa sightings on the island click here!
Get your advent calendars ready - December is creeping up on us this week! All the holiday happenings are in full swing and more events are popping up. Throughout the week make sure you are stopping by the library for Christmas Countdown with a story. On Thursday, Galveston Children's Museum is having Dickens Tea Party, so be sure to register if you haven't already! Friday, Dickens on the Strand kicks off and Ronald McDonald House is having their annual Lights of Love bash! Along with Dickens on the Strand over the weekend, you can check out Cheer on the Pier on Saturday and Sunday Brunch with Santa at The Galvez on Sunday. Also Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol is playing at The Grand this weekend - grab a Groupon for it below! As you scroll through the calendar, just click on each activity to read more about it and find the link. For a calendar with just holiday events click here. For a list of Santa sightings on the island click here!
Groupon Local Deals
Here are the Groupon Galveston Deals! Scroll through to find Groupons for discounted pricing on The Festival of Lights, The Nutcracker, and A Christmas Carol at The Grand
(GIK Affiliated Link)
Amazon Holiday Toy List
It's time to start Christmas shopping! Here is what Amazon recommends to get you started!
(GIK Affiliated Link)
Ongoing Events & Activities
Moody Gardens
Festival of Lights 6-10pm
*Moody Gardens’ Festival of Lights returns for the 15th year to brighten the holiday season from November 12, 2016 through January 8, 2017.As one of the largest holiday celebrations in the region, Festival of Lights has become a holiday tradition for families and groups alike. Enjoy more than one million lights within 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment. You can also skate around on the area’s only outdoor ice skating rink (bring your own skates or rentals available for $7), try out their Arctic Slide or take pictures with Santa. Moody Gardens
*Moody Gardens’ Festival of Lights returns for the 15th year to brighten the holiday season from November 12, 2016 through January 8, 2017.As one of the largest holiday celebrations in the region, Festival of Lights has become a holiday tradition for families and groups alike. Enjoy more than one million lights within 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment. You can also skate around on the area’s only outdoor ice skating rink (bring your own skates or rentals available for $7), try out their Arctic Slide or take pictures with Santa. Moody Gardens
Gulf Greyhound Park
Magical Winter Lights 5-10pm (Weekdays) 3-11pm (Weekends)
*The 2016 Magical Winter Lights will return to Houston at Gulf Greyhound Park this winter from November 18, 2016 to January 8, 2017 including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. This year’s festival will feature six fascinating themed sections including Magical Wonderland, Holiday Market Square, Dinosaur Land, Mystery of the East, Man and Nature, and Landmarks of the World. There will be an expanded interactive dinosaur exhibit complete with dinosaur rides, a 3-D art installation, daily acrobatic performances, authentic arts and crafts created by skilled Chinese artisans, amusement rides and games, and live entertainment. Nov 18, 2016 - Jan 08, 2017 Mon-Thu (5PM-10PM) Fri-Sun (3PM-11PM) Magical Winter Lights
*The 2016 Magical Winter Lights will return to Houston at Gulf Greyhound Park this winter from November 18, 2016 to January 8, 2017 including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. This year’s festival will feature six fascinating themed sections including Magical Wonderland, Holiday Market Square, Dinosaur Land, Mystery of the East, Man and Nature, and Landmarks of the World. There will be an expanded interactive dinosaur exhibit complete with dinosaur rides, a 3-D art installation, daily acrobatic performances, authentic arts and crafts created by skilled Chinese artisans, amusement rides and games, and live entertainment. Nov 18, 2016 - Jan 08, 2017 Mon-Thu (5PM-10PM) Fri-Sun (3PM-11PM) Magical Winter Lights
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)
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)
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
