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Best Ways to Ring in the New Year at Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas

December 18, 2025

Ring in the New Year at Moody Gardens with early fireworks at 6:30 PM, festive holiday attractions, and three unique New Year’s Eve celebrations to choose from, perfect for families, couples, and adults looking to celebrate in style.

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First-Time Family Visit: One-Day Itinerary at Moody Gardens

October 3, 2025

Planning your first family trip to Moody Gardens in Galveston? This one-day guide highlights the must-see attractions, family-friendly dining, and helpful tips to make the most of your visit.

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Experience The Largest Ice Sculpture Attraction in the U.S. at Moody Gardens

September 18, 2025

Experience ICE LAND: Christmas Around The World at Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas! Explore 2 million pounds of ice, towering 30-foot sculptures, and festive holiday fun inside a 9-degree winter wonderland!

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The Ultimate Moody Gardens Bucket List: 10 Things to See & Do

August 5, 2025

Planning a visit to Galveston’s top attraction? Dive into this guide to the Top 10 Things to Do at Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, packed with adventures, thrills, festivals & events, and family favorites for all ages.

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Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at Moody Gardens: Family Fun on Galveston Island

July 31, 2025

Celebrate the unofficial end of summer with a fun-filled Labor Day Weekend at Moody Gardens in Galveston! From wine tastings and classic car auctions to lazy river lounging and rainforest adventures, this island escape has something for everyone August 29–31, 2025.

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You’re Invited to “Garden in the Gulf” Watch Party

April 16, 2025

Moody Gardens is hosting a public watch party for the premiere of “Garden in the Gulf: A Reef Rescue Mission” airing on KPRC 2. Hosted by KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez

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Easter Weekend Has Arrived

April 15, 2025

Pick a choice of Breakfast with A Bunny, Brunch or Buffet Dining Options and catch a movie!

Join the iNaturalist 9th Annual City Nature Challenge

April 11, 2025

Get involved with citizen science crowdsourced effort to survey local flora and fauna.

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Vote for Marley to become ‘Peng-Win Champion

April 11, 2025

Marley makes it to the Penguins International March of the Penguin Madness Finals!

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Get your Beats on the Beach Summer 2025 details here!

April 2, 2025

Beats on the Beach returns for yet another year to Palm Beach at Moody Gardens. Every Saturday, starting June 14 until August 4, catch live music followed by a fireworks finale. The party officially starts from 5:30 pm and ends at 9:30 pm. Float down the 650-foot lazy river, catch some surf at the wave pool or zip down one of two 18-foot-tall tower slides for guests of all ages as you jam out to the sounds of summer.

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