Best Fall Galveston Events From Oktoberfest to Greek Festival

A woman and man enjoying Oktoberfest in Galveston.

One of the best reasons to travel in the fall is for all the fun and unique festivals. Galveston, Texas, is no exception to this because you can find something incredible and interesting almost every weekend in the autumn. You’ll find something like Oktoberfest or the Greek Festival to love when you visit Galveston, Texas, in the fall, and you can enhance your stay by booking directly with Gary Greene Vacation Rentals. Continue reading to learn about all the October events like Oktoberfest, Artoberfest, and Greek Fest in the Galveston area.

Galveston Greek Festival 

The Galveston Greek Festival offers excellent and delicious food. Over two full days, you can sample authentic Greek food, Greek wines, Greek beer, bouzouki, live music, arts and crafts, and lots of dancing. In 2024, the event will take place from Oct. 14 – 15.

Artoberfest

If you want unique local arts and crafts when visiting Galveston, plan on attending Artoberfest. More than 100 booths will be present, showcasing the best art from the Galveston area. You’ll be able to find things like jewelry, home decor, live music, food, drinks, and more. You’ll even be able to chat with the artists in the Historic Downtown Cultural Art District. In 2024, you can participate in this event from Oct. 19-20.

Island Oktoberfest

This is Galveston’s premier Oktoberfest celebration in historic downtown Galveston. It’s a free event, so bring everyone with you. The event will offer live music, dancing, smoked sausage, bratwurst, and, according to the event’s website, a “Wurstabendessen– a sausage dinner consisting of German-style and Polish-style Wurst with all the traditional German side dishes.” In addition, there is a German Chocolate Cake Baking Contest, Kids Coloring Contest, and plenty of arts and crafts. In 2024, you can join in on the fun from Oct. 25-26

Be Festive In Galveston

On any weekend in the fall, there is something for everyone, like Oktoberfest in Galveston. Those who want to be festive this fall in Galveston should book directly with Gary Greene Vacation Rentals. Galveston has numerous entertainment facilities, a thriving arts community, great shopping, and excellent restaurants. It hosts many attractions like the Historic Pleasure Pier and the Grand 1894 Opera House. Contact us to learn more by emailing rentals@garygreene.com, calling 409-944-3220, or booking directly on our website.