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Here is our “not to miss” event list for Spring and Summer:

• First Saturday of the Month (March – October), Movie Nite on The Strand
• Second Saturday of the Month (March – October, Music Nite on The Strand
• April 7 – Memorial Herman Ironman 70.3 Texas
• April 11 – 14, Featherfest – Galveston Birding and Nature Photo Festival
• April 13 – Gritty Goddess at Moody Gardens
• April 26 - 27, Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival
• April 28 – Divas Half Marathon & 5K
• May 4, 5, 11 &12, Galveston Historic Homes Tour
• May 9 – Galveston Chamber Women’s Conference featuring Former First Lady Laura Bush and Jessica Herrin
• May 10 – 11, Yaga’s Wild Game & BBQ Cookoff
• May 17 & 18, Galveston Island Beach Revue Presented by Hotel Galvez & Spa
• Fridays & Saturdays (June – August) Bands on the Sand at Moody Gardens
• June 8 – Hotel Galvez Annual Wedding Vow Renewal
• July 4 – Independence Day Parade & Annual Fireworks

Mark your calendar and book your room in advance to coincide with these popular events.

Where to Stay:

• For a beach view with history, stay at Hotel Galvez & Spa. The hotel provides a courtesy shuttle to transport hotel guests downtown.
• For a stay in The Historic Strand District, book your stay at The Tremont House.
• Or if you want to enjoy of view of the harbor, consider Harbor House Hotel & Marina at Pier 21.