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Mardi Gras Galveston ends with Fat Tuesday flair

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Mardi Gras Galveston ends with Fat Tuesday flair

Mardi Gras Galveston concluded Tuesday night with final parades along the Strand, warm weather and a strong local turnout. Thousands gathered to close out weeks of island celebrations.

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Ball High opens new $200M campus

Ball High School has opened a new $200 million campus in Galveston, funded by the district’s 2022 bond program. The facility expands academic and career training programs and marks the first time one comprehensive high school will serve all island students.

The Proletariat to close, reinvent this summer

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The Proletariat to close, reinvent this summer

After 13 years as a cornerstone of Galveston’s creative scene, The Proletariat will close following a final Fat Tuesday celebration and reopen in June under a new concept. Owner Becky Major says the mission will remain rooted in community and the arts.

Historic Galveston ship to sail for America 250

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Historic Galveston ship to sail for America 250

The 1877 tall ship Elissa, docked in Galveston Bay, will sail to New York City this summer to participate in Sail250, marking the nation’s 250th anniversary. City leaders approved funding for the voyage, which supporters say will spotlight Galveston on a global stage.

Mardi Gras returns to Galveston with parades, closures and crowds

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Mardi Gras returns to Galveston with parades, closures and crowds

Galveston's 115th Mardi Gras celebration began Friday night, bringing parades, concerts and street closures to the island. City officials expect more than 400,000 visitors over three weekends and are urging drivers to plan for traffic delays and detours.

Mardi Gras 2026 spreads from La Porte to Galveston

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Mardi Gras 2026 spreads from La Porte to Galveston

Mardi Gras 2026 has arrived across the Houston region, with La Porte emerging as a top suburban pick for families while Galveston continues to anchor the season with more than 20 parades and heightened security.

Arts and Culture

Mardi Gras Galveston ends with Fat Tuesday flair

Ball High opens new $200M campus

The Proletariat to close, reinvent this summer

Historic Galveston ship to sail for America 250

Mardi Gras returns to Galveston with parades, closures and crowds

Mardi Gras 2026 spreads from La Porte to Galveston

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