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 2026

Full calendar of events below. Click on a month and start planning your getaway today!


Events subject to change without notice.

  • JANUARY

    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 1/9)


    16 – 19 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!

  • FEBRUARY

    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 3/1)


    7 Mardi Gras Celebration – Enjoy live music and a Mardi Gras craft corner before watching the Yachty Gras boat parade through Clear Creek Channel.


    13 – 15 Seaside Sweethearts – Enjoy a complimentary train ride for two when you dine at any of our restaurants! Restrictions apply (must show receipt).


    13 - 16 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!


    21 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.



  • MARCH

    6 - 22 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!


    25 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.


    28 Jazz Fest – Local High Schools compete in a Jazz Band Competition. Registration required. Email BrMoreno@ccisd.net for information and to register.


  • APRIL

    3 - 5 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!


    5 SONrise Service  Non-denominational sunrise Easter service at 7:00am.


    11 – 12 Crawfish & Zydeco Festival – Join us for an unforgettable experience featuring the perfect blend of fresh-boiled crawfish and lively Zydeco music!


    18 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.


    18 Star Celebration – Join the party as we celebrate the amazing superstars with disabilities! Live entertainment, dancing, games, and more!


    25 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.


    26 Blessing of the Fleet – Enjoy watching festive decorated boats as they cruise down Clear Creek Channel.


  • MAY

    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. *


    9 - 10 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!


    10 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.


    14 Rock the Dock - The popular summer concert series returns every Thursday night at 7:30pm!  (Begins 5/14)


    16 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!


    22 – 25 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!




  • JUNE

    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!


    11 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.


    21 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.


  • JULY

    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 7/31)


    Tejano Music Nights – Enjoy the best in Tejano music every Sunday! (Ends 7/26)


    2 - 5 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.

  • AUGUST

    Rock the Dock - Summer Concert Series every Thursday Night at 7:30pm! (Ends 8/13)


    16 National Roller Coaster Day – Get your thrill fix and celebrate at the Kemah Boardwalk!



  • SEPTEMBER

    4 - 7 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!


    6 End of Summer Fireworks - Close out the summer with a bang with our spectacular Fireworks Show at 9:30pm!


    13 Toughest 10K – The most popular run in the Texas Bridge Series, this 10K is presented by 3BrosRunning Company.


    19 Tequila & Tacos Festival – You're invited to sip on your choice of 72+ Tequilas, enjoy Mezcal stations, snack on tacos & more! Ticketed event sold online. 


    26 - 27 Latin Beats - Join us at the Boardwalk for an unforgettable experience filled with vibrant Latin Beats!


  • OCTOBER

    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.


    3 – 4 Oktoberfest Weekend - Join the fun at our 2nd annual Oktoberfest, where delicious German bites meet seasonal brews! Prost to good times!


    2, 9, 16, 23, 30 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!


    7 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.


    9 - 12 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!


    10 Witches Night Out – Slip into your most spellbinding costume, dance with the boogieman, and shop 'til you drop at our enchanting Witches Market!


    10, 17, 24, 31 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.


    11, 18, 25 Freaky Food Eating Contests – Finish your plate, win a prize! Register to participate. 18 years and up.

  • NOVEMBER

    1 Day of the Dead Celebration - Experience an authentic Dia de los Muertos celebration featuring mariachi bands, sugar skull crafts, and much more!


    4 – 5 Kemah Choir Days - Middle and High School Choirs from around the region compete in an acapella competition.


    7 – 8 Salute to Military Service & First Responders – Join us for the Boardwalk’s annual JROTC competition, Military and First Responder static displays, discounts, and more!  


    8 Run Forrest Run 5K - Ready to run like Forrest? Run Forrest Run 5K is hosted by Bubba Gump and proudly supporting the Gary Sinise Foundation. Dress up as your favorite version of Forrest Gump, race along the scenic waterfront, join the look-alike contest, and celebrate with shrimp at Bubba Gump. Register link coming soon. 


    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.


    14 – 15 Kickin' It Country Weekend – Join us for a weekend filled with live performances by emerging Texas Country artists, all while indulging in our Fall Wine Fest, 11/14!


    14 Fall Wine Fest - Join us and sample 72 exquisite wines from 24 different wineries and delicious bites from Boardwalk restaurants! Cheers!


    14 AHA Bay Area Heart Walk - Charity walk benefiting the American Heart Association. Details at heart.org.


    21 – 22 Tejano Music Super Fest - Celebrate the best in Tejano music!


    26 Thanksgiving Day – Open Thanksgiving Day! Bring your Family and friends to enjoy great food, fun, and rides!


    26 - 29 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!


    28 Cocoa & Cookies Stroll - Mingle around the Boardwalk and grab your festive cookies on Saturdays, 11/28 through 12/19. 


  • DECEMBER

    Jingle on the Boardwalk - Welcome the holiday season with Santa, holiday music, kid’s crafts, a toy drive & more! Weekends in December! (12/4 - 12/20)


    Cocoa & Cookies Stroll - Mingle around the Boardwalk and grab your festive cookies on Saturdays, 11/28 through 12/19. 


    4, 11, 18 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!


    12 Christmas Boat Parade – Annual 65th Holiday Boat Parade through Clear Creek Channel with hundreds of decorated boats.


    19 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 - 1 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.