Dickens on the Strand
December 28, 2009 by
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Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Be it decreed that all lords, ladies and children shall come and celebrate the 36th Annual Dickens on The Strand, December 4-5, 2010, where bobbies, Beefeaters and the Queen herself will be on hand to recreate the Victorian London of Charles Dickens. Characters from Dickens novels walk the street. Food and entertainment fill the area with sights and smells that take you back to another era.
Galveston Historical Foundation, Dickens on The Strand will take you and your family on an enchanted journey through history as a bustling 19th Century cityscape comes to life. For an entire weekend, hundreds of costumed vendors and performers will provide a look at the pomp and pageantry of the British Empire, at a time when commercial and cultural ties provided a strong connection between London and Texas’ largest and richest city.
Moody Gardens Festival of Lights
December 28, 2009 by
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Moody Gardens Festival of Lights
Date: November 22, 2008- December 31, 2008
Tickets: $3.95. Add on a ticket to the Aquarium Pyramdi, IMAX Theater, 4D Theater, Special FX Theater, Discovery Museum, Ridefilm Theater and Colonel Paddlewheel Boat for just $5.00 per attraction with your Festival of Lights Ticket. An Evening Pass goes on sale for judt $19 starting at 4:45PM. Location: Moody Gardens , One Hope Blvd. For more information: www.moodygardens.com ; 800-582-4673
Description: The holiday magic shines brightly over Galveston his holiday season. Enjoy a winding trail that features over 75 lighted scenes themed to holiday music. Live entertainment is featured nightly. Don’t miss “Polar Express 4D” in the 4D Special FX Theater with real snow in the theater! Check out “The Light Before Christmas” in the IMAX Theater and “Santa’s Late” in the Ridefilm Theater. Ask about the new Penguin Experience in the Aquarium Pyramid. Purchase a ticket for $20 and meet a real penguin!
Lone Star Motorcycle Rally
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Lone Star Motorcycle Rally
Date: October 30 – November 2, 2008
Location: Historic Downtown District
For more information: www.lonestarrally.com ; 281-597-8800
Description: Come down to Galveston Island as more than 400,000 motorcyclists descend on Galveston for a weekend of showcasing some of the finest machines known to man. This year’s theme is Pirates and Halloween.
ARToberFEST
December 28, 2009 by
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ARToberFEST
Date: October 25-26, 2008
Time: Saturday: 10a.m.-6p.m.; Sunday: 10a.m. to 5p.m.
Location: 21 st and 23 rd and Postoffice Street Admission: $3.00 for Adults; Children 12 and under FREE For more information: www.artoberfest.com
Description: Galveston ’s premier art event! The Island ’s hospitality and the relaxed atmosphere provide a beautiful setting in which to enjoy the wide variety of original art in all media.
Galveston Island Mullet Toss
December 28, 2009 by
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Galveston Island Mullet Toss
Date: July 26, 2008 Time: 11a.m. – 6p.m.
Location: East Beach , 1923 Boddeker Dr .
For more information: www.galveston.com ; 1-888-GAL-ISLE
Description: Galveston ’s Mullet Toss is a full day of fun and sun on the beach, with competitors tossing a one pound mullet from a 10 ft. circle for the chance to win great prizes and bragging rights for the year. The party keeps going between tossing rounds with fantastic live entertainment and a homemade bikini contest! Portions of each mullet toss entry fee will be donated to local charities.
4th of July Parade and Fireworks
December 28, 2009 by
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4th of July Parade and Fireworks:
Friday July 4th 10a.m.
Location: Parade is held in historic downtown Strand distric, parade begins at the Railroad Museum on Strand and continues onto Postoffice. Fireworks are at 37th and Seawall Blvd. at 9:30p.m.
Description: Celebrate Independance Day by being part of the parade. You, your family and friends can join in the parade on your favorite mode of transportation, be it roller skates, bikes, or even golf carts. Free hot dogs and lemonade is given out at the end of the parade when the party begins at the Galveston Railroad Museum. For more information visit www.galveston.com.
Sandcastle Competition
December 28, 2009 by
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Annual AIA Sandcastle Competition
Date: May 31, 2008 Time: 10a.m.-5p.m.
Location: East Beach , 1923 Boddeker Dr .
Parking Fee: $10.00
For more information: www.aiasandcastle.com ; 713-520-0155
Description: The Houston Chapter of the American Institute of Architects hosts this annual competition where over 80 teams that consist of Houston area architects, designers, engineers, and contractors compete with their sand sculpting tools. Ranked in the New York #1 bestseller “1000 Things You Should See Before You Die” by Patricia Shultz, the AIA Sandcastle Competition should not be missed.
Historic Homes Tour
December 28, 2009 by
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Annual Historic Homes Tour
Date: First two weekend in May
Time: Saturday: 10a.m.-6p.m.; Sunday: Noon-6:00p.m.
Ticket Price: Advance: $20.00/ $15.00 for groups of 20 or more; Day of event: $25.00
For more information: www.galvestonhistory.org ; 409-765-7834
Description: Magnificent architecture, creative home décor and intriguing history stories await you through the doors of Galveston Island ’s oldest homes. Ten houses dating from 1839 to 1912 are on view for special tours.
Spirit of Flight Air Show
December 28, 2009 by
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Annual Spirit of Flight Air Show
Date: Last weekend in April
Time: 9a.m.-4p.m.
Location: The Lone Star Flight Museum ; 2002 Terminal Drive
For more information: www.lonestarflight.org ; 888-FLIGHT-8
Description: Experience the power and heart-pounding action of historic war birds, current military jets and top aerobatic performers in action at the Spirit of Flight Air show.
Grand Kids Festival
December 28, 2009 by
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Grand Kids Festival
Date: April Time: 10a.m.-5p.m.
Location: The Grand 1894 Opera House
Ticket Price: Advance $1.50 Adults; $1.00 Children; Day of event: $3.00 Adults; $2.00 Children
For more information: www.thegrand.com ; 800-821-1894 Description: A celebration of folk art and fun. Three blocks of fun in historic downtown Galveston !
