Thanksgiving in Galveston
Odds are you have your own Thanksgiving traditions that you celebrate the holiday with every year, but perhaps you are looking to make this upcoming Thanksgiving special. Well, a trip to Galveston will certainly do the trick in making it an unforgettable occasion. Firstly, it is an amazing place to visit in general, and secondly, the holidays give the city new life. This is saying something, because the energy is always high in Galveston. Read on to learn about some of the things to love about this island on Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving Festivities
Thanksgiving brings a wonderful energy to the charming island of Galveston. This energy manifests itself in many ways, one of which is fun events celebrating the season. One of the island favorites is the Festival of Lights in the beautiful Moody Gardens. This festival is taking place from November 11th through January 7th, so there is plenty of time to experience it. Beyond the incredible lights display throughout the gardens, you can enjoy the aquarium, the Ice Land attraction, amazing theaters, and much more.
Amazing Thanksgiving Dinners
You can find amazing cuisine on the island featuring everything from all of you favorite Thanksgiving dishes to something more casual. For an amazing Thanksgiving feast for lunch or dinner, visit the Tremont House. You will not feel very far from home once you get a taste of this exceptional home-style cooking. If your heart is not set on a classic Thanksgiving meal, then you can get amazing burgers and beer at Brews Brothers, phenomenal German cuisine at Stuttgarden Tavern on the Strand, the best sandwiches in town at O’Malley’s Stage Door, or something else entirely.
A Great Place to Visit
While the Thanksgiving season offers exceptional fun with special events and delicious food, there is virtually no bad time of year to visit the island. Much of this stems from being on the Gulf of Mexico and the almost always sunny weather. This is the recipe for an awesome beach vacation, even during the holidays of winter. When you add the amazing amount of recreation that is available year-round, you have a place that is fun for everyone to visit.
So there you have it. Visit the island and bring your Thanksgiving traditions with you and it is sure to be a holiday unlike any you have ever had. Whether you are looking to take it easy the whole time or get into some heart-pounding action, you will find what you are looking for in Galveston.
