Featured Upcoming Events
Visit the Kemah Boardwalk and plan your weekend around one of our amazing events or festivals!
Plus - enjoy the rides, games, shopping, live entertainment & a variety of fantastic waterfront restaurants.
Full Calendar of Events 2024
Full calendar of events below. Click on a month and start planning your getaway today!
Events subject to change without notice.
Wintertime Blues Discount: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays. Buy One All Day Ride Pass at regular price, get the second one for just $5! Coupons located on our website or social pages. Restrictions apply. (Starts 1/10)
17 – 20 MLK Weekend – Join us for a long weekend of fun! Weekend Adventure Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
Wintertime Blues Discount: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays. Buy One All Day Ride Pass at regular price, get the one for just $5! Coupons located on our website or social pages. Restrictions apply. (Ends 2/23)
5 Job Fair – Discover new career opportunities at Kemah Boardwalk. Join our team!
14 – 16 Seaside Sweethearts – Enjoy a complimentary train ride for two when you dine at any of our restaurants! Restrictions apply (must show receipt).
14 - 17 Presidents’ Day Weekend – Join us for a long weekend of fun! Weekend Adventure Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
19 Job Fair – Discover new career opportunities at Kemah Boardwalk. Join our team!
22 Mardi Gras Celebration – Enjoy live music and a Mardi Gras craft corner before watching the Yachty Gras boat parade through Clear Creek Channel.
1 Porsche Car Show – Calling all Porsche enthusiasts! Head over to the Boardwalk and admire these stunning vehicles! Brought to you by the Lone Star Region of the Porsche Club of America.
1 Boardwalk Bazaar - Join us in celebrating the vibrant small businesses of Kemah and its neighboring areas! Experience exhilarating rides, enjoy live entertainment, and immerse yourself in the unique Kemah culture as you shop!
7 - 23 Spring Break Pass – 3 Parks, 1 Pass, Unlimited Visits! This pass is valid at the Kemah Boardwalk, Downtown Aquarium Houston and Galveston Island Pleasure Pier. Buy tickets online!
27 Homeschool Day - Your favorite Boardwalk and Aquarium are hosting an ultimate fun-filled day for all homeschooled students! Join us with your family and experience a day of educational thrills! Registration required with the Aquarium.
29 Jazz Fest – Local High Schools compete in a Jazz Band Competition. Registration required. Email BrMoreno@ccisd.net for information and to register.
5 Mustang Car Show - Rev those engines, Mustang lovers! Cruise on down to the Boardwalk and feast your eyes on these stunning rides! Presented by Space City Classic Mustangs.
5 – 6 Celtic Festival – Don your kilt and celebrate Celtic culture with bagpipes and brews all weekend long!
12 – 13 Crawfish & Zydeco Festival – Join us for an unforgettable experience featuring the perfect blend of fresh-boiled crawfish and lively Zydeco music!
18 - 20 Easter Weekend – Join us for fun, family friendly Easter activities all weekend long and get your picture taken with our special guest, The Easter Bunny!
20 SONrise Service – Non-denominational sunrise Easter service at 7:00am.
26 Spring Wine Fest – Enjoy an afternoon sampling 72 great wines from 24 amazing wineries, live music, and delicious bites from Boardwalk restaurants. Buy tickets online at www.KemahWine.com.
27 Blessing of the Fleet – Enjoy watching festive decorated boats as they cruise down Clear Creek Channel.
Boardwalk Bark-A-Thon - In honor of National Pet Month, local animal resource groups will be hosting dog adoption events every Sunday in Bradford Plaza from 12-5pm. *Kemah Boardwalk doesn't allow pets on property, with the exception of service animals. *
3-4 Motown Tribute – Get ready to boogie all day long with iconic Motown tunes and free live concerts that'll have you dancing all weekend long!
11 Mother’s Day – Celebrate Mom at the Kemah Boardwalk! Join us for live entertainment, crafts, a Mother’s Day raffle, and a BOGO All Day Ride Pass discount for mom! *Restrictions apply.
15 Rock the Dock - The popular summer concert series returns every Thursday night at 7:30pm! (Begins 5/15)
17 Star Celebration – Join the party as we celebrate the amazing superstars with disabilities! Live entertainment, dancing, games, and more!
23 – 26 Memorial Day Weekend – Join us for a long weekend of fun! Weekend Adventure Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
Live and Local - Join the party at the Boardwalk every Wednesday night in June and July for your favorite live and local bands!
Rock the Dock - Summer Concert Series every Thursday Night at 7:30pm!
Fireworks Fridays! - Come celebrate the magic of summer every Friday in June & July with a spectacular fireworks show at 9:30pm!
Tejano Music Nights – Enjoy the best of Tejano music every Sunday in June and July with this free concert series!
6 Summer Kickoff – Kick off the summer with our amazing Fireworks Show over Galveston Bay!
15 Father’s Day – Celebrate Dad at the Kemah Boardwalk! Join us for live entertainment, crafts for Dad, Father’s Day raffle, and BOGO All Day Ride Pass $5 off for Dad! *Restrictions apply.
Rock the Dock - Summer Concert Series every Thursday Night at 7:30pm!
Fireworks Fridays! - Come celebrate the magic of summer every Friday in June & July with a spectacular fireworks show at 9:30pm! (Ends 7/25)
Tejano Music Nights – Enjoy the best in Tejano music every Sunday! (Ends 7/27)
Live and Local – Live and Local entertainment continues every Wednesday in July! (Ends 7/30)
4-6 Patriot Pass – Enjoy 3 days of unlimited fun at the Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
4 Fourth of July Celebration – Live music & Patriotic fireworks show over Galveston Bay – 9:30pm.
Rock the Dock - Summer Concert Series every Thursday Night at 7:30pm! (Ends 8/14)
16 National Roller Coaster Day – Get your thrill fix and celebrate at the Kemah Boardwalk!
Aug 29 – Sept 1 Labor Day Weekend begins! - Join us for a long weekend of fun! Weekend Adventure Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
31 End of Summer Fireworks - Close out the summer with a bang with our spectacular Fireworks Show at 9:30pm!
Aug 29 – Sept 1 Labor Day Weekend - Join us for a long weekend of fun! Weekend Adventure Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
14 Toughest 10K – The most popular run in the Texas Bridge Series, this 10K is presented by Running Alliance Sport.
27 Teacher’s Appreciation Day – We are celebrating teachers! Join us for an evening of food, drinks, fun, learning and more. Teachers receive discounts in our retail stores, discounted ride tickets, and restaurants all day. Aquarium Restaurant is also hosting a Mixer in their ballroom with drinks, food, DJ and prizes. Registration required with Aquarium.
28 Latin Beats - Join us at the Boardwalk for an unforgettable experience filled with vibrant Latin Beats!
Boo on the Boardwalk - Our FREE spooktacular event includes creepy crafts, trick or treating, costume contests, special performances and more ghoulish fun on Freaky Fridays, Spooky Saturdays & Scary Sundays. Full schedule online.
2 Homeschool Day – Homeschooled students and their families are invited to join us for a day of educational thrills! Dive into the magic of marine exploration at the Aquarium Restaurant with exhibit tours, education programs, discounted rides and more. *Registration required for Aquarium programs.
4 – 5 Oktoberfest Weekend - Join the fun at our 2nd annual Oktoberfest, where delicious German bites meet seasonal brews! Prost to good times!
3, 10, 17, 24 Fright Night Movies – Grab your chairs, pillows, and blankets for an epic under-the-stars movie night that’s spooky but family-approved! Get ready for some ghostly giggles!
10 - 13 Spooktacular Adventure Pass - Join us for a long weekend of fun! Weekend Adventure Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
11 Witches Night Out – Slip into your most spellbinding costume, dance with the boogieman, and shop 'til you drop at our enchanting Witches Market!
11, 18, 25 Halloween Costume Contest – Get those little monsters all decked out in their spooktacular finest for a shot at some ghoulish goodies every Saturday in October! Contest at 4:45pm in the Main Plaza.
12, 19, 26 Freaky Food Eating Contests – Finish your plate, win a prize! Register to participate. 18 years and up.
1 Day of the Dead Celebration - Experience an authentic Dia de los Muertos celebration featuring mariachi bands, sugar skull crafts, and much more!
5 – 6 Kemah Choir Days - Middle and High School Choirs from around the region compete in an acapella competition.
8 – 9 Salute to Military Service & First Responders – Join us for the Boardwalk’s annual JROTC competition, Military and First Responder static displays, discounts, and more!
11 Veteran’s Day - Veterans receive a FREE All Day Ride Pass with purchase of an All Day Ride Pass at full price. *Discount not valid with any other offer or promotion. Limited one free pass per purchase. Valid ID required.
15 – 16 Wine and Country Weekend – Join us for a weekend filled with live performances by emerging Texas Country artists, all while indulging in our Fall Wine Fest, 11/15!
15 Fall Wine Fest - Join us and sample 72 exquisite wines from 24 different wineries and delicious bites from Boardwalk restaurants! Cheers!
15 AHA Bay Area Heart Walk - Charity walk benefiting the American Heart Association. Details at heart.org.
22 – 23 Tejano Music Super Fest - Celebrate the best in Tejano music!
27 Thanksgiving Day – Open Thanksgiving Day! Bring your Family and friends to enjoy great food, fun, and rides!
27 - 30 Thanksgiving Weekend Pass - Join us for a long weekend of fun! Weekend Adventure Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
Jingle on the Boardwalk - Welcome the holiday season with Santa, holiday music, kid’s crafts, a toy drive & more! Weekends in December! (Ends 12/21)
5, 12, 19 Festive Friday Flicks - Join us for a jolly good time with Christmas movies in the Plaza every Friday in December! Wear your coziest sweater and bring a blanket!
13 64th Annual Christmas Boat Parade – Annual 64th Holiday Boat Parade through Clear Creek Channel with hundreds of decorated boats.
20 Holiday Dance Party – Light up the night with a dazzling display of lights, jaw-dropping dance performances, toe-tapping tunes, crafty fun for the little ones, and a whole lot more!
25 - 29 Polar Pass - Join us for holiday fun! Polar Pass is valid for FIVE days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
25 Christmas Day – Open Christmas Day! Bring your Family and friends to enjoy great food, fun, and rides!
31 New Year’s Eve Family Celebration - Ring in the New Year with family fun, a special kids’ countdown celebration, and fireworks!
Bands, Vendors & Sponsors
If your band is interested in playing at the Kemah Boardwalk, please email your information to KemahEvents@ldry.com. You may also visit Show Business Entertainment for more information and booking inquiries.
If you are interested in being a
vendor or a sponsor
for one of our events, please email KemahEvents@ldry.com or KemahMarketing@ldry.com for more details and options.
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