Galveston Island for the holidays? We couldn't agree more! From the City of Galveston Holiday Parade (Dec. 16th) to the Santa Hustle 5k (Dec. 17th), there's a lot going on here on the island - not to mention the abundance of unique shops that are sure to have the perfect gift for hard-buy-for-Uncle-Phil!
ICE LAND at Moody Gardens (our hands-down favorite local holiday attraction) returned for its fourth year, and we think the Rainforest Holiday theme might be the best yet! Over 2 million pounds of ice were used by a skilled team of master ice carvers - resulting in an interactive 28,000 square foot ice sculpture complete with an ice slide!
New this year is Downtown Lanterns & Lights at Saengerfest Park in the heart of Galveston's Historic District. This unique display is the perfect place for holiday pictures, and is a great place to stop and take a break from holiday shopping (T-minus 10 days people!). As if these festive light sculptures aren't enough - there's a giant snowglobe for visitors to step into on December 16 & 23. We...ahem...our KIDS think this is awesome!
Still working on your list and checking it twice? Don't worry, the shops in Downtown Galveston are bound to have that unique gift you're looking for! Browse an abundant selection of art galleries or check out to specialty shops like Strand Brass, Galveston Historical Foundation's Eighteen Seventy One or The Kitchen Chick for the perfect present!
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