Galveston Island KOA Holiday

50th Annual Dickens on The Strand

Starts: 12/01/2023 - Ends: 12/03/2023

Brush off your bowlers and prepare your petticoats as Galveston Historical Foundation presents the 50th annual Dickens on The Strand. Held the first weekend in December, the annual festival is a holiday tradition with great family programming, live entertainment, special events and more. Dickens on The Strand, based on 19th-century Victorian London, features parades, non-stop entertainment on four stages, new additions like Tiny Tim's Play Land, Shopkeeper Skills Village, and roaming characters throughout the festival. Costumed vendors peddle their wares from street stalls and rolling carts laden with holiday food and drink, Victorian-inspired crafts, clothing, jewelry, holiday decorations, and gift items. Want to learn more? Read our full guide to Dickens on the Strand on the KOA Blog!

Celebrate the 50th Annual Dickens on The Strand with a weekend trip to Galveston Island KOA Holiday. Reserve your RV site or cabin today.

Live Music: The Toucans Band

Starts: 12/24/2023 - Ends: 12/24/2023

Celebrate Christmas Eve at the campground and enjoy poolside tunes from The Toucans Band from 11:00am - 2:00pm!

Happy New Year Party!

Starts: 01/01/2024 - Ends: 01/01/2024

Kick off 2024 with a special performance from Dr. B On The Keys and celebrate New Year's Day with us! We will be serving up some "lucky" foods - such as cabbage, black eyed peas, & cornbread - and also have Bloody Mary's, mimosas and screwdrivers available for purchase, and proceeds will benefit Care Camps!

New Year's Eve Party

Starts: 12/31/2023 - Ends: 12/31/2023

Celebrate the new year with us at the campground the best way we know how, with live music, party favors, snacks and a champagne toast! Start your New Year's Eve celebration at the Lazy River Pavilion with DJ Daddy-O spinning tunes to sing along and dance to on Sunday, December 31 from 3:00pm - 6:00pm.

2024 Total Solar Eclipse Weekend

Starts: 04/08/2024 - Ends: 04/08/2024

The Great North American Eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024! During a total eclipse, the moon lines up perfectly to fully obscure the sun, resulting in "totality." Many people who have witnessed a total solar eclipse describe it as one of the most memorable moments of their lives. Galveston Island, TX is near the path of totality, with a 91% eclipse happening in the city. If you've never seen a total solar eclipse before, put it on your bucket list and mark the date. It is truly a breath-taking sight. Don't miss out! We expect the campsite to completely sell out this weekend, so secure your site early and book today!

Holiday in the Gardens

Starts: 11/18/2023 - Ends: 01/06/2024

Holiday in the Gardens has become a holiday tradition as families throughout the region are brought together to celebrate and be merry! Moody Gardens will transform into a winter wonderland featuring a Festival of Lights, an outdoor ice rink, an arctic slide, holiday buffet, train rides, holiday 3D & 4D films, and ICE LAND's Rainforest Holiday experience!

Galveston's Own Farmers Market

Starts: 09/03/2023 - Ends: 12/31/2023

Come on down every Sunday from 9:00am - 1:00pm from October-May, and 9:00am - 12:00pm from June-September, to shop locally-grown produce, prepared foods, and edible farm products! Founded in 2012, Galveston's Own Farmers Market is a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to connecting our community to local foods through year-round weekly farmers markets, food access initiatives, school gardens and health & food education opportunities.

Holiday with the Cranes

Starts: 12/09/2023 - Ends: 12/10/2023

Visitors to Galveston, TX are welcome to celebrate the arrival of the majestic Sandhill Cranes wintering on the island. Celebrate the arrival of these 3-4 foot tall, red-capped visitors, and join Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council in what's been dubbed by the New York Times as “one of the quirkiest events in Texas” – Holiday with the Cranes!

Galveston Island Oktoberfest

Starts: 10/25/2024 - Ends: 10/26/2024

Dust off your lederhosen and get ready for the Island Oktoberfest celebration.  This year's event will be held on the grounds of and streets adjacent to First Lutheran Church – in historic downtown Galveston – and co-sponsored by Del Papa Distributing Company. Admission is free and German costumes are encouraged! This fun, family weekend will feature continuous live entertainment with music and dancing on two stages, and superb food including smoked sausage, bratwurst, and "Wurstabendessen"– a sausage dinner comprised of German-style and Polish-style Wurst with all the traditional German side dishes.

ARToberFest

Starts: 10/19/2024 - Ends: 10/20/2024

ARToberFEST offers attendees the opportunity to view artwork up close and personal. See the brush strokes on a landscape painting; examine the silky feel of a scarf; feel the rough edge of a ceramic vase. If you've ever wondered how an artist paints a portrait or builds a clay pot, you can learn how here. Take your time and enjoy yourself in Galveston's lovely fall weather. Here's the chance to stroll past the historic architecture of the historic downtown district, listen to live music, and enjoy the island's food and beverage treats.Shop for One-of-a-Kind Artwork, Jewelry, Home Decor & More!
Over 100 Artist Booths!
?Children Under 12 FREE! Kids Creative Zone from Noon to 3 pm
?Live Music throughout the Day!
?Food and Drink Trucks!
?Visit and Shop with Galveston's Postoffice Street Merchants!

Coming for the event?  Reserve a spot at KOA for the weekend.

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 11/30/2023 - Ends: 11/30/2023

Trivia Night Every Thursday
7pm at the Lazy River Pavilion

Test your knowledge and compete with friends & other campers to see who can answer the most questions correctly.
Bring your own beverages and snacks or stop by the camp store for a Pina Colada or 'Rita and some chips.

Gingerbread Lane

Starts: 12/09/2023 - Ends: 12/09/2023

Step into a world of holiday magic and creativity.  This family-friendly gathering promises delightful decorations, sweet treats, and, most importantly, the joy of building and decorating your very own gingerbread house or camper. Whether you're a seasoned gingerbread architect or a first-time decorator, this event is perfect for all ages and skill levels.

Ugly Sweater Weekend

Starts: 12/16/2023 - Ends: 12/16/2023

Dust off those ugly holiday sweaters and get ready for our Ugly Sweater Weekend!!
Festive fun all day and weekend!!
Saturday:
9am - Noon:  Bake Sale - Upper Deck
2pm - 4pm:  Ugly Sweater Party - Lazy River Pavilion
7pm:  Movie Night - Lazy River Pavilion

Here Comes Santa

Starts: 12/02/2023 - Ends: 12/02/2023

Get ready to join Santa in the sand in Galveston Island! 
We will be getting into the Christmas Spirit ALL DAY with lot of great activities.
Christmas Crafts for all ages on the Lower Deck 3pm - 4pm
Christmas Movie at the Lazy River Pavilion at 7pm

Live Music: Jeremiah Marichalar

Starts: 07/27/2024 - Ends: 07/27/2024

Live music poolside featuring Jeremiah Marichalar. One man band that plays all genres of music and comes from the shores of Corpus Christi, TX.

Holiday Music Show

Starts: 12/15/2023 - Ends: 12/15/2023

Get into the holiday spirit with an afternoon of joyous song performed by local students from Fanfare! Music Academy
Show starts at 5pm

Movie Night

Starts: 12/05/2023 - Ends: 12/05/2023

Grab your chairs, blankets or floats and join us at the Lazy River Pavilion for a screening of a family friendly Holiday movie.  
Don't forget the snacks!  Grab a slushie or snack from the Campstore before the movie.

Holiday Food Drive

Starts: 11/01/2023 - Ends: 12/15/2023

A holiday food drive is a community initiative during the holiday season where we collect and distribute non-perishable food items to those in need through the local Resource Crisis Center. It's a heartwarming way to spread joy and ensure that everyone can enjoy a hearty meal during the festive season.

Breakfast & Pictures with Santa

Starts: 12/02/2023 - Ends: 12/02/2023

Naughty or Nice all are welcome to get a photo with the Big Guy and plead your case for the best gifts this year.  
Enjoy breakfast with the man in red and get a photo for the gram or to send back to family.   Come in your best Christmas PJ's and make it a party!!
Festivities will take place on teh Upper Deck.

Live Music: Jeremiah Marichalar

Starts: 06/15/2024 - Ends: 06/15/2024

Live music poolside featuring Jeremiah Marichalar. One man band that plays all genres of music and comes from the shores of Corpus Christi, TX.

Brunch & Learn Series

Starts: 12/07/2023 - Ends: 12/07/2023

Join us throughout the season for presentations and conversations on a wide range of topics. 
10am at the Lazy River Pavilion
December:
12/7:  Glaveston County Museum
12/11:  Ghostess of Galveston
12/19:  Bang for Your Buck - Managing your Money by Bank of America
January:
1/9:  Island Treasures Ghost Tour - bring your mobile device for a virtual tour
1/22:  Ghostess of Galveston
February:
2/20:  Island Treasures Ghost Tour - bring your mobile device for a virtual tour

Tamale Tuesday

Starts: 12/05/2023 - Ends: 12/05/2023

Enjoy locally made Tamales.  Stop by early, limited supply available.  
Truck will be set up in the Lazy River Parking area at 11am

Book Signing - Local Author & Artist

Starts: 12/12/2023 - Ends: 12/12/2023

Meet local artist and author Maria Elena Sandovici
Her new book Lola is Never Drinking Again:  A Galveston Novel

Craft Show

Starts: 12/05/2023 - Ends: 12/05/2023

Looking for a gift for someone special or maybe a unique item for yourself.  Shop our Craft show to find unique items from local crafters.
Featuring local vendors and more!

Pottery Class

Starts: 12/29/2023 - Ends: 12/29/2023

Lazy River Pavilion at 3pm
Fun for all ages!!
Join us for a pottery class and test your artistic skills.   
What will you make?
Sign up at the Camp Store.

Live Music: Tone Salinas

Starts: 03/09/2024 - Ends: 03/09/2024

Enjoy live music by Texas Singer/Songwriter Tone Salinas performed poolside.

Ironman 70.3 Texas

Starts: 04/05/2024 - Ends: 04/07/2024

Kickoff on Island TimeKickoff your 2024 season with us and experience the best of both worlds - blending a PR chasers dream course with a Texas beachside paradise at IRONMAN 70.3 Texas. In Galveston Island, known as the “Playground of the South”, you will find unforgettable experiences from famous local beaches, iconic Moody Gardens, Pleasure Pier, and more - all tucked within the quaint Gulf Coast barrier island. Spend your weekend on island time, as everything is centered around Moody Gardens, with all amenities and race weekend activities within arm's reach.?Join us for a 1.2 mile beachside swim in the protected, saltwater Bayou, a 56 mile out-and-back fast and flat bike course along the scenic Texas Gulf Coast, and cap it off with a 13.1 mile run through Galveston's iconic Moody Gardens before finishing near the Aquarium Pyramid. All while taking in the picturesque moments of this charming Texas beachside destination surrounded by hundreds of spectators. ?

Whether you are an Ironman Athlete or a spectator, you will get the rest you need when you book a site in your own camper at Galveston Island KOA.

Surfside Beach Marathon

Starts: 02/09/2024 - Ends: 02/10/2024

It's flat, it's beautiful and it's all on the sand!Join us in Surfside Beach, Texas - where the shells in the sand are as numerous as stars in the sky. Bring the entire family and grab your friends for a day of fun at the beach you won't want to miss. Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Kids K races all take place completely on the beach! Come for the run, stay for the post race food and drink and enjoy the best little Gulf Coast town in Texas!

Running or just coming to cheer on the runners?  Galveston Island KOA is just 22 miles from the start/finish.  Stay in the comfort of your own RV and then relax poolside or in the lazy river after your run.  Reserve your site today.

Mardi Gras Galveston

Starts: 02/02/2024 - Ends: 02/13/2024

At Mardi Gras! Galveston, the extravagance found in Texas' largest Mardi Gras celebration starts with the beads! More than 3 million beads will be thrown at Mardi Gras! Galveston and that's just the beginning of the elaborate parades, headliner performances, family events, feasting and other festivities that come with hosting Mardi Gras island style.

• Parades
  
• Entertainment
  
• 5k Run
  

Reserve your site at KOA for all your Mardi Gras celebrations.

Galveston Island Wine Festival

Starts: 08/31/2024 - Ends: 09/01/2024

Chardonnay, Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir... If your taste buds respond to these names, you're in the right place — the Galveston Island Wine Festival is back this Labor Day weekend!  In addition to the festival, visitors can experience all that Moody Gardens has to offer.  Make it a weekend and stay at KOA.  Book your reservation today 

Yaga's Chili Quest & Beer Fest

Starts: 01/12/2024 - Ends: 01/13/2024

A Quest to find the best chili and beer! The Annual Chili Quest & Beer Fest will return to the Strand on January 12-13, 2024! Head to Galveston's red hot Yaga's Chili Quest & Beer Fest for serious chili sampling, live music, a 5K fun run/walk, and more in historic Downtown Galveston. Chili Quest consists of the ever-so-popular chili & beer tasting with a ton of added perks, like a washer pitching tournament, a jackpot margarita contest, vendors and a historical strand merchant walk-about.

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 12/07/2023 - Ends: 12/07/2023

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 12/14/2023 - Ends: 12/14/2023

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 12/21/2023 - Ends: 12/21/2023

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 12/28/2023 - Ends: 12/28/2023

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 01/04/2024 - Ends: 01/04/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 01/11/2024 - Ends: 01/11/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 01/18/2024 - Ends: 01/18/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 01/25/2024 - Ends: 01/25/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 02/01/2024 - Ends: 02/01/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 02/08/2024 - Ends: 02/08/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 02/15/2024 - Ends: 02/15/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 02/22/2024 - Ends: 02/22/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 02/29/2024 - Ends: 02/29/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 03/07/2024 - Ends: 03/07/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 03/14/2024 - Ends: 03/14/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 03/21/2024 - Ends: 03/21/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 03/28/2024 - Ends: 03/28/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 04/04/2024 - Ends: 04/04/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 04/11/2024 - Ends: 04/11/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 04/18/2024 - Ends: 04/18/2024

Trivia Thursdays

Starts: 04/25/2024 - Ends: 04/25/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 12/06/2023 - Ends: 12/06/2023

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 12/13/2023 - Ends: 12/13/2023

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 12/20/2023 - Ends: 12/20/2023

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 12/27/2023 - Ends: 12/27/2023

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 01/03/2024 - Ends: 01/03/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 01/10/2024 - Ends: 01/10/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 01/17/2024 - Ends: 01/17/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 01/24/2024 - Ends: 01/24/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 01/31/2024 - Ends: 01/31/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 02/07/2024 - Ends: 02/07/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 02/14/2024 - Ends: 02/14/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 02/21/2024 - Ends: 02/21/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 02/28/2024 - Ends: 02/28/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 03/06/2024 - Ends: 03/06/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 03/13/2024 - Ends: 03/13/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 03/20/2024 - Ends: 03/20/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 03/27/2024 - Ends: 03/27/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 04/03/2024 - Ends: 04/03/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 04/10/2024 - Ends: 04/10/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 04/17/2024 - Ends: 04/17/2024

LRC Happy Hour

Starts: 04/24/2024 - Ends: 04/24/2024

Movie Night

Starts: 12/06/2023 - Ends: 12/06/2023

Movie Night

Starts: 12/12/2023 - Ends: 12/12/2023

Movie Night

Starts: 12/13/2023 - Ends: 12/13/2023

Movie Night

Starts: 12/20/2023 - Ends: 12/20/2023

Movie Night

Starts: 12/22/2023 - Ends: 12/22/2023

Movie Night

Starts: 12/23/2023 - Ends: 12/23/2023

Book Exchange

Starts: 11/30/2023 - Ends: 11/30/2023

Book Exchange

Starts: 12/07/2023 - Ends: 12/07/2023

Book Exchange

Starts: 12/14/2023 - Ends: 12/14/2023

Book Exchange

Starts: 12/21/2023 - Ends: 12/21/2023

Book Exchange

Starts: 12/28/2023 - Ends: 12/28/2023

Book Exchange

Starts: 01/04/2024 - Ends: 01/04/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 01/11/2024 - Ends: 01/11/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 01/18/2024 - Ends: 01/18/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 01/25/2024 - Ends: 01/25/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 02/01/2024 - Ends: 02/01/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 02/08/2024 - Ends: 02/08/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 02/15/2024 - Ends: 02/15/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 02/22/2024 - Ends: 02/22/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 02/29/2024 - Ends: 02/29/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 03/07/2024 - Ends: 03/07/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 03/14/2024 - Ends: 03/14/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 03/21/2024 - Ends: 03/21/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 03/28/2024 - Ends: 03/28/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 04/04/2024 - Ends: 04/04/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 04/11/2024 - Ends: 04/11/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 04/18/2024 - Ends: 04/18/2024

Book Exchange

Starts: 04/25/2024 - Ends: 04/25/2024

Bingo

Starts: 12/05/2023 - Ends: 12/05/2023

Bingo

Starts: 12/12/2023 - Ends: 12/12/2023

Bingo

Starts: 12/19/2023 - Ends: 12/19/2023

Bingo

Starts: 12/26/2023 - Ends: 12/26/2023

Bingo

Starts: 01/02/2024 - Ends: 01/02/2024

Bingo

Starts: 01/09/2024 - Ends: 01/09/2024

Bingo

Starts: 01/16/2024 - Ends: 01/16/2024

Bingo

Starts: 01/23/2024 - Ends: 01/23/2024

Bingo

Starts: 01/30/2024 - Ends: 01/30/2024

Bingo

Starts: 02/06/2024 - Ends: 02/06/2024

Bingo

Starts: 02/13/2024 - Ends: 02/13/2024

Bingo

Starts: 02/20/2024 - Ends: 02/20/2024

Bingo

Starts: 02/27/2024 - Ends: 02/27/2024

Bingo

Starts: 03/05/2024 - Ends: 03/05/2024

Bingo

Starts: 03/12/2024 - Ends: 03/12/2024

Bingo

Starts: 03/19/2024 - Ends: 03/19/2024

Bingo

Starts: 03/26/2024 - Ends: 03/26/2024

Bingo

Starts: 04/02/2024 - Ends: 04/02/2024

Bingo

Starts: 04/09/2024 - Ends: 04/09/2024

Bingo

Starts: 04/16/2024 - Ends: 04/16/2024

Bingo

Starts: 04/23/2024 - Ends: 04/23/2024

Bingo

Starts: 04/30/2024 - Ends: 04/30/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 12/02/2023 - Ends: 12/02/2023

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 12/09/2023 - Ends: 12/09/2023

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 12/16/2023 - Ends: 12/16/2023

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 12/23/2023 - Ends: 12/23/2023

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 12/30/2023 - Ends: 12/30/2023

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 01/06/2024 - Ends: 01/06/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 01/13/2024 - Ends: 01/13/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 01/20/2024 - Ends: 01/20/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 01/27/2024 - Ends: 01/27/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 02/03/2024 - Ends: 02/03/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 02/10/2024 - Ends: 02/10/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 02/17/2024 - Ends: 02/17/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 02/24/2024 - Ends: 02/24/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 03/02/2024 - Ends: 03/02/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 03/09/2024 - Ends: 03/09/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 03/16/2024 - Ends: 03/16/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 03/23/2024 - Ends: 03/23/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 03/30/2024 - Ends: 03/30/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 04/06/2024 - Ends: 04/06/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 04/13/2024 - Ends: 04/13/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 04/20/2024 - Ends: 04/20/2024

Queen of Hearts Drawing

Starts: 04/27/2024 - Ends: 04/27/2024

Brunch & Learn Series

Starts: 12/11/2023 - Ends: 12/11/2023

Brunch & Learn Series

Starts: 12/19/2023 - Ends: 12/19/2023

Brunch & Learn Series

Starts: 01/09/2024 - Ends: 01/09/2024

Brunch & Learn Series

Starts: 01/22/2024 - Ends: 01/22/2024

Brunch & Learn Series

Starts: 02/20/2024 - Ends: 02/20/2024

Tamale Tuesday

Starts: 01/16/2024 - Ends: 01/16/2024

Tamale Tuesday

Starts: 02/06/2024 - Ends: 02/06/2024

Tamale Tuesday

Starts: 03/05/2024 - Ends: 03/05/2024

Craft Show

Starts: 12/14/2023 - Ends: 12/14/2023

Craft Show

Starts: 01/16/2024 - Ends: 01/16/2024

Craft Show

Starts: 01/25/2024 - Ends: 01/25/2024

Craft Show

Starts: 02/06/2024 - Ends: 02/06/2024

Craft Show

Starts: 02/22/2024 - Ends: 02/22/2024

Craft Show

Starts: 03/05/2024 - Ends: 03/05/2024

Craft Show

Starts: 03/14/2024 - Ends: 03/14/2024

Sip & Paint

Starts: 12/12/2023 - Ends: 12/12/2023

Sip & Paint

Starts: 01/23/2024 - Ends: 01/23/2024

Sip & Paint

Starts: 02/27/2024 - Ends: 02/27/2024

Pottery Class

Starts: 01/30/2024 - Ends: 01/30/2024

Live Music: Tone Salinas

Starts: 06/22/2024 - Ends: 06/22/2024

Live Music: Tone Salinas

Starts: 07/20/2024 - Ends: 07/20/2024