13 Fun Things To Do in Galveston This Fall

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Galveston has the be the most fun place to visit this Fall, with so many great events happening! Enjoy the cooler weather and get out on the water, explore the shops on the Historic Strand and check out the awesome history of the island!

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Artist Boat Take a kayak tour of Galveston’s West End with a unique twist!

Bryan Museum It’s always a wonderful time to visit the historic Bryan Museum, formerly the Galveston Orphans Home, but October brings some special surprises, such as the return of the Galveston Farmers Market and a Trunk or Treat on October 31, 2021.

Dash Beardsley’s Galveston Ghost Tours Find out more about the history of the island’s famous Strand District, once known as the Wall Street of the West, on a Ghost Tour! Hear ghost stories of the Civil War, 1900 Storm, Yellow fever Epidemic and the speakeasies and bordellos that made up this historic anchor of the island! Surprisingly family friendly, too.

Galveston Fishing Charters Some of the best fishing in Galveston is in the Fall! Find a charter who knows and can take you to where the fish are!

Galveston Island Historic Pleaure Pier Enjoy the smaller crowds and shorter waits for all your favorite rides on the Pleasure Pier!

Galveston Oktoberfest Oct. 25th – Oct. 27, 2021! Grab your Lederhosen for some German fun at this annual event!

Galveston Railroad Museum Weekends enjoy Fall rides on the Harborside Express train, plus haunted tours of the Anacapa Railcar!

Country Pumpkin at Hey Mikey! Ice Cream If you love all things pumpkin spice, then you have to check out their house-made, seasonal Country Pumpkin flavor.

Menard House Ghost Stories The 1838 Menard House, known as the oldest house on Galveston Island, is hosting Ghost Stories and tours on Oct. 23rd, 2021!

Moody Gardens Holidays in the Gardens at Moody Gardens begins on November 20, 2021!

Moody Methodist Pumpkin Patch Visit this fun pumpkin patch that benefits Island Youth!

Seawolf Park Tour the World War II Submarine, the U.S.S. Cavalla and the WW II Destroyer Escort, the U.S.S. Stewart.

Artoberfest Oct. 16-17th Galveston’s Art Festival is back and in person!



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