10/16/2026
Galveston is gearing up for an action-packed week filled with exciting events across the island! Whether you’re heading out to join the fun or just running errands, here is what’s coming up and what to know about road closures while navigating around town:
🎨 ARToberFEST Galveston
The 25th annual festival hosted by The Grand 1894 Opera House returns!
When: Saturday, Oct 17 (10 AM – 5 PM) & Sunday, Oct 18 (10 AM – 4 PM)
Where: Postoffice (between 21st & 23rd) and 22nd Street (between Market & Church)
Road Closures: Temporary street closures in these areas start Friday, Oct 16 at 12 PM through Sunday, Oct 18 at 8 PM.
🌐 Details: artoberfest.com
🏃♀️ Beach Girl Triathlon
A women-only triathlon happening on the West End!
When: Saturday, Oct 17 | 7 AM – 9 AM
Where: Holiday Inn Seaside Resort area (FM 3005)
Traffic Impact: Bicyclists will use the shoulder on FM 3005 (Kahala Dr to 1st St). Officers will briefly halt traffic only at U-turns and finish points to allow safe crossings.
🚴♂️ Bike Around the Bay & Bike Around the Island
The 19th annual 170-mile ride around the bay—plus a 1-day island ride—are rolling into town!
When: Saturday, Oct 17 & Sunday, Oct 18
Traffic Impact (Sat, Oct 17):
Eastbound Seawall Blvd (25th to 81st St) will be restricted to one vehicular lane on Saturday afternoon to accommodate cyclists. The south parking lane and south eastbound lane are reserved for riders.
Local island riders will also be traveling along Moody Gardens, Stewart Rd, and FM 3005 between 8 AM and 1 PM on Saturday.
On Sunday morning, riders depart Moody Gardens via Jones Dr, Stewart Rd, 61st St, and over the Causeway.
🏳️🌈 Third Coast Pride Parade
A family-friendly celebration for LGBTQIA+ History Month, featuring a family fun area at Hendley Green (21st & Strand)!
When: Sunday, Oct 18 | 2 PM – 3:30 PM
Traffic Impact: Expect rolling closures escorted by GPD around Downtown (Santa Fe Pl, Mechanic, 21st St, and Strand).
🏃♂️ Toughest 10K
The second race of the Texas Bridge Series takes runners over the Causeway!
When: Sunday, Oct 18 | 7:30 AM – 10 AM
Traffic Impact: Lane closures begin at 6:45 AM and will reopen immediately following the race. Expect closures on the I-45 Southbound turn lane, westernmost southbound lane, Teichman Rd exit ramp, feeder road, Lewis Ln, 89th St, and Teichman Rd.
🌐 Details: toughest10kgalveston.com
🚗 Driver Pro-Tip: Plan a little extra travel time, drive carefully around cyclists and pedestrians, and enjoy everything the island has to offer this weekend!
