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May 2023

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	1	2	3 Gulf Coast Herb Fair and Luncheon 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Gulf Coast Herb Fair and Luncheon Date: May 03, 2023 When: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Where: Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa & Convention Center Category: Special Events & Activities Guest speaker, lunch, vendors and more! Friends of Moody Gardens Fundraiser benefitting Moody Education Programs. All funds from this event will be used to bring local school children on field trips to the Rainforest and Aquarium Pyramids and send outreach programs to seniors and preschools throughout the Galveston Area. Purchase tickets and learn more at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/11th-annual-fomg-herb-fair-tickets-579535625657. Blood Drive 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM Blood Drive Date: May 03, 2023 When: 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM Where: Donor Coach parked in front of Aquarium Pyramid Category: Blood Drive Join us at Moody Gardens for our next Blood drive on Wednesday, May 3 from 12:00pm-4:30pm. Successful donors will receive a t-shirt. The donor coach will be parked in front of the Aquarium Pyramid. Click here ??to register!	4	5	6 Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! From: May 06, 2023 to May 21, 2023 When: Every Sun, Sat - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Special Events & Activities Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! Daily beginning May 27! Start your summer with a splash! The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees.
7 Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! From: May 06, 2023 to May 21, 2023 When: Every Sun, Sat - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Special Events & Activities Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! Daily beginning May 27! Start your summer with a splash! The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees.	8	9 Learn Live, Homeschool Program: Day of the Dinos: Blast to the Past! 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Learn Live, Homeschool Program: Day of the Dinos: Blast to the Past! Date: May 09, 2023 When: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Where: Moody Gardens Category: Education Join us for our all-new Learn Wild Home School, taking place each month here at Moody Gardens! These 3-hour-long programs have been created for home school families/groups of all grade levels. Enjoy a focused educational experience each month with different combinations of elements to explore a featured attraction, ambassador animal presentations, and documentary movies and engage with our Educators in walk-up hands-on activities. Call 409-683-4290 or email teaching@moodygardens.org? for more information. BUY TICKETS CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE LEARN WILD HOME SCHOOL 2022-2023 SCHEDULE	10	11	12 27th Annual Yaga’s Wild Game & BBQ Cook-Off All Day 27th Annual Yaga’s Wild Game & BBQ Cook-Off From: May 12, 2023 to May 13, 2023 When: Every Fri, Sat - All Day Where: Moody Gardens Category: Special Events & Activities This competition is an excellent way for backyard chefs, sportsmen and women, and outdoor enthusiasts to show off their culinary skills and enjoy some good old-fashioned fun, fellowship, and food. The event will feature a Friday Night Fundraiser dinner on the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat, a 5k Fun Run, Live Music, Free Kids activities and more benefiting the Yaga’s Children’s Fund. More information coming soon! Mother's Day Weekend All Day Mother's Day Weekend From: May 12, 2023 to May 14, 2023 When: Every Sun, Fri, Sat - All Day Where: Moody Gardens Category: Special Events & Activities Mom deserves the very best, so plan the memorable weekend she deserves with options the whole family can enjoy! Learn More	13 27th Annual Yaga’s Wild Game & BBQ Cook-Off All Day 27th Annual Yaga’s Wild Game & BBQ Cook-Off From: May 12, 2023 to May 13, 2023 When: Every Fri, Sat - All Day Where: Moody Gardens Category: Special Events & Activities This competition is an excellent way for backyard chefs, sportsmen and women, and outdoor enthusiasts to show off their culinary skills and enjoy some good old-fashioned fun, fellowship, and food. The event will feature a Friday Night Fundraiser dinner on the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat, a 5k Fun Run, Live Music, Free Kids activities and more benefiting the Yaga’s Children’s Fund. More information coming soon! Mother's Day Weekend All Day Mother's Day Weekend From: May 12, 2023 to May 14, 2023 When: Every Sun, Fri, Sat - All Day Where: Moody Gardens Category: Special Events & Activities Mom deserves the very best, so plan the memorable weekend she deserves with options the whole family can enjoy! Learn More Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! From: May 06, 2023 to May 21, 2023 When: Every Sun, Sat - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Special Events & Activities Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! Daily beginning May 27! Start your summer with a splash! The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees. Dinner Cruise - Tex-Mex Buffet 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Dinner Cruise - Tex-Mex Buffet Date: May 13, 2023 When: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Where: Colonel Paddlewheel Boat Category: Dinner Cruise Enjoy beautiful views of Offats Bayou, plus a dinner buffet and cashless bar with dinner cruises aboard the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat. This cruise features a Tex-Mex menu with Texas Chop Salad, Chicken and Beef Fajitas with onions and peppers, Pork Carnitas, Spanish rice, Strawberry Flan, and Galette des Rois. Click here to purchase tickets. Pricing: $90/adult $75/child ages 12 and under, senior 65 and older Time: Boarding begins at 6 p.m., cruise from 7-9 p.m. Dinner will still be served dockside if weather does not permit the boat to sail. No refunds will be given in the event that the boat does not sail due to weather events. Call 409-683-4558 or email AttractionSales@moodygardens.org for more information.
14 Mother's Day Weekend All Day Mother's Day Weekend From: May 12, 2023 to May 14, 2023 When: Every Sun, Fri, Sat - All Day Where: Moody Gardens Category: Special Events & Activities Mom deserves the very best, so plan the memorable weekend she deserves with options the whole family can enjoy! Learn More Mother's Day Brunch & Dinner 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Mother's Day Brunch & Dinner Date: May 14, 2023 When: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Where: Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa & Convention Center Category: Buffets A fabulous brunch is planned at the Moody Gardens Hotel. Treat mom like the queen she is with delectable dining options, including a spectacular Buffet, Omelet Station, Carving Station, Seafood Display, Assorted Fruits, Cheeses, Desserts and more, inside the Frances Moody Ballroom. Hotel packages will also be available. There will also be delicious dining options for the family at the Garden Restaurant. More information coming soon! Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! From: May 06, 2023 to May 21, 2023 When: Every Sun, Sat - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Special Events & Activities Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! Daily beginning May 27! Start your summer with a splash! The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees.	15	16 Blood Drive 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM Blood Drive Date: May 16, 2023 When: 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM Where: Donor Coach parked in front of Aquarium Pyramid Category: Blood Drive Save lives on the go! Join us at Moody Gardens for our Blood drive on Tuesday, May 16 th from 12:00pm - 4:30pm. Successful donors will receive a t-shirt. The donor coach will be parked in front of the Aquarium Pyramid. Click here to register!	17	18	19	20 Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! From: May 06, 2023 to May 21, 2023 When: Every Sun, Sat - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Special Events & Activities Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! Daily beginning May 27! Start your summer with a splash! The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees.
21 Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! From: May 06, 2023 to May 21, 2023 When: Every Sun, Sat - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Special Events & Activities Palm Beach opening for the season - weekends only May 6 - May 21! Daily beginning May 27! Start your summer with a splash! The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees.	22	23	24	25	26	27 Palm Beach Open Daily! 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Palm Beach Open Daily! From: May 27, 2023 to Aug 20, 2023 When: Every Day - 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Summer The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees. Other attractions include the Aquarium Adventure play area or interactive water games. The splash pad automated aquatic water feature offers interactive dump buckets, spray arches, and fountains for a day of fun at the beach. You can also rent a cabana or lounger for maximum relaxation. Dinner Cruise - Colonel’s BBQ Buffet 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Dinner Cruise - Colonel’s BBQ Buffet Date: May 27, 2023 When: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Where: Colonel Paddlewheel Boat Category: Dinner Cruise Enjoy beautiful views of Offats Bayou, plus a dinner buffet and cash bar with dinner cruises aboard the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat. This cruise features our Colonel's BBQ Buffet menu with Blue Cheese and Pear Salad, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, BBQ Grilled Chicken, Pulled BBQ Pork, Sweet and Sassy Beans, Creamed Corn, Pecan Tarts, Brownies and Blondies, and Banana Cake with Chocolate Fudge Icing. Click here to purchase tickets. Pricing: $90/adult $75/child ages 12 and under, senior 65 and older Time: Boarding begins at 6 p.m., cruise from 7-9 p.m. Dinner will still be served dockside if weather does not permit the boat to sail. No refunds will be given in the event that the boat does not sail due to weather events. Call 409-683-4558 or email AttractionSales@moodygardens.org for more information.
28 Palm Beach Open Daily! 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Palm Beach Open Daily! From: May 27, 2023 to Aug 20, 2023 When: Every Day - 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Summer The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees. Other attractions include the Aquarium Adventure play area or interactive water games. The splash pad automated aquatic water feature offers interactive dump buckets, spray arches, and fountains for a day of fun at the beach. You can also rent a cabana or lounger for maximum relaxation.	29 Pyramid Kids Summer Camps 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Pyramid Kids Summer Camps From: May 29, 2023 to Jun 02, 2023 When: Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Where: Moody Gardens Category: Education Explore our attractions, partake in science experiments and crafts, play games, and have a blast with our camp counselors learning about the oceans and rainforests of the world. Reserve Camp Now Palm Beach Open Daily! 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Palm Beach Open Daily! From: May 27, 2023 to Aug 20, 2023 When: Every Day - 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Summer The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees. Other attractions include the Aquarium Adventure play area or interactive water games. The splash pad automated aquatic water feature offers interactive dump buckets, spray arches, and fountains for a day of fun at the beach. You can also rent a cabana or lounger for maximum relaxation.	30 Pyramid Kids Summer Camps 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Pyramid Kids Summer Camps From: May 29, 2023 to Jun 02, 2023 When: Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Where: Moody Gardens Category: Education Explore our attractions, partake in science experiments and crafts, play games, and have a blast with our camp counselors learning about the oceans and rainforests of the world. Reserve Camp Now Palm Beach Open Daily! 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Palm Beach Open Daily! From: May 27, 2023 to Aug 20, 2023 When: Every Day - 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Summer The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees. Other attractions include the Aquarium Adventure play area or interactive water games. The splash pad automated aquatic water feature offers interactive dump buckets, spray arches, and fountains for a day of fun at the beach. You can also rent a cabana or lounger for maximum relaxation.	31 Pyramid Kids Summer Camps 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Pyramid Kids Summer Camps From: May 29, 2023 to Jun 02, 2023 When: Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Where: Moody Gardens Category: Education Explore our attractions, partake in science experiments and crafts, play games, and have a blast with our camp counselors learning about the oceans and rainforests of the world. Reserve Camp Now Palm Beach Open Daily! 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Palm Beach Open Daily! From: May 27, 2023 to Aug 20, 2023 When: Every Day - 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Where: Palm Beach Category: Summer The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to sink your feet in our soft white sandy beaches or cool off in our 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, or two 18-foot tall tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees. Other attractions include the Aquarium Adventure play area or interactive water games. The splash pad automated aquatic water feature offers interactive dump buckets, spray arches, and fountains for a day of fun at the beach. You can also rent a cabana or lounger for maximum relaxation.