Galveston is set to experience a flood of visitors over the Fourth of July weekend, with residents and tourists navigating crowded beaches, traffic jams, and booming fireworks as the island becomes the center of holiday celebrations.
Galveston Island’s beloved 4th of July Parade and fireworks show return to the Seawall, promising a night of patriotic fun with decorated vehicles, live music, and a dazzling display over the Gulf.
A chorus of buzzing kazoos took over Saengerfest Park in Galveston on Saturday as part of a cheerful flash mob celebrating World Music Day. The event was one of many worldwide initiatives promoting music in public spaces.
Galveston, Texas, where Juneteenth began in 1865, is commemorating the 160th anniversary of emancipation with a full calendar of events and year-round tributes that highlight African American history through festivals, exhibits, and educational programs.
Galveston, Texas—the birthplace of Juneteenth—is embracing the holiday with a monthlong celebration of music, history, and reflection. But as the city honors its legacy, debates over building a permanent museum highlight ongoing political and economic tensions.
On Juneteenth weekend, Roy Collins III reflected on his family’s generations-long connection to the holiday’s birthplace in Galveston, Texas. With roots tracing back to the earliest celebrations, Collins shared how local history became national heritage.