Groundswell Events
Use this calendar to learn about those eggstra special events put on by Groundswell beyond the weekly market!
Gulf Coast Blood Drive
Stop by Market this Sunday and donate blood that contributes to the Galveston Community!
Donate Blood? Get an extra punch on your Besties Card! Gulf coast blood will also be giving away blankets, and giving free A1C tests for donors.
Book an appointment ahead of time here>.
Galveston County Voter Registration
In partnership with Galveston County Voter Registration, you can register to vote right at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!
It’s as easy as 1-2-3. If you have any questions about voting, Galveston County Voter Registration will be there to answer.
You are eligible to register to vote if:
US citizen
Resident of the county where you apply
At least 18 years old on Election Day
Not convicted of a felony (or completed sentence, probation, and parole)
Not declared mentally incapacitated by a court without voting rights
Asian & Pacific American Heritage Day at GOFM!
Our friends from APAMSA (Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association) at the University of Texas Medical Branch lead us in celebrating Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month!
Join us for origami/paper folding, Chinese lucky knot tying, Vietnamese Bau Cua & various Asian baked goods! The students will also share information about health screenings in the Houston and Galveston areas that provide resources largely to the Asian population—come snack, learn and play with us!
Healthy Texan Week
Celebrate Healthy Texan Week with us at the market! This statewide initiative is all about empowering our community to make small, sustainable lifestyle changes that lead to big health wins.
Let’s celebrate health at every level—individual, family, and community. See you there!
UTMB School Of Nursing Appreciation Day
Stop by the Market to show your appreciation for the local nursing students who are one of Groundswell’s most loyal group of volunteers!
We'll have a community board set up where you can write a thank-you note to UTMB Nurses and nurses in training. As a special tribute, the first 75 UTMB Nursing School students who flash their ID badge receive a special sticker & the first 20 students of those will receive one free coffee or tea from Corduroy Coffee.
Galveston County Voter Registration
In partnership with Galveston County Voter Registration, you can register to vote right at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!
It’s as easy as 1-2-3. If you have any questions about voting, Galveston County Voter Registration will be there to answer.
You are eligible to register to vote if:
US citizen
Resident of the county where you apply
At least 18 years old on Election Day
Not convicted of a felony (or completed sentence, probation, and parole)
Not declared mentally incapacitated by a court without voting rights
Winter Wowza 2025!
Date: December 21, 2025
Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
Location: 3304 Market Street, Galveston, Texas 77550
Get ready for a spectacular holiday celebration! Join us for the final Galveston's Own Farmer's Market of 2025 on Sunday, December 21st, for our annual Winter Wowza! We've packed the market with cheer, unique gifts, and activities for the whole family.
Don't Miss These Activities:
Photos with Santa: Bring your camera and capture a festive memory with Mr. Claus! (A special thank you to Duncan Welder for stepping in as Santa!)
Gingerbread House Workshop: Come meet Build Galveston and craft your very own dream gingerbread house and learn how they are making a difference by building affordable housing in Galveston!
The Holiday Haul Raffle: Our incredible GOFM vendors have donated items for a stellar gift basket! Guess the total weight for your chance to win a haul of market goodies.
Limited Edition GOFM Holiday Shirt Giveaway: Score a free, "Ugly Sweater" style limited-edition collectable GOFM Holiday T-Shirt, available while supplies last!
Register to Vote at GOFM! - Nov
In partnership with Galveston County Voter Registration, you can register to vote right at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!
It’s an easy as 1-2-3. If you have any questions about voting, Galveston County Voter Registration will be there to answer.
You are eligible to register to vote if:
US citizen
Resident of the county where you apply
At least 18 years old on Election Day
Not convicted of a felony (or completed sentence, probation, and parole)
Not declared mentally incapacitated by a court without voting rights
See if you’re already registered here>
key dates:
Find out more info here>
UTMB Nurse Appreciation Day
We're celebrating **all local Nurses and healthcare heroes!** Stop by to show your appreciation and check out the special perks for students.
Sign the Hero Board
Patrons: Write a message of gratitude for all local nurses and trainers working day and night for our community!
Special Perks for UTMB Nursing Students
The first 20 students to show their ID get a FREE Corduroy Coffee or Tea,
Win at $50 Market Gift Card!
All UTMB Nursing Students enter to **WIN a $50 Market Gift Card** to shop any vendor!
thank you to Our Partners for being a part of this event!
Halloween Spooktacular!
Join us for a Halloween Spooktacular at the farmers market! We're celebrating the harvest season with a day of ghoulishly good fun for the whole family.
Come in costume and show off your Halloween spirit in our costume parade! Enjoy the eerie, soulful sounds of live music from Raa' Tansiel, and discover what the future holds with a tarot reading from Lillith. We'll have a variety of all-ages activities, as well.
thank you to Our Partners for being a part of this event!
Register to Vote at GOFM! - Oct
In partnership with Galveston County Voter Registration, you can register to vote right at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!
It’s an easy as 1-2-3. If you have any questions about voting, Galveston County Voter Registration will be there to answer.
You are eligible to register to vote if:
US citizen
Resident of the county where you apply
At least 18 years old on Election Day
Not convicted of a felony (or completed sentence, probation, and parole)
Not declared mentally incapacitated by a court without voting rights
See if you’re already registered here>
key dates:
Find out more info here>
We’re Turning 13!
We’re officially a teenager, y’all — GOFM is turning 13! Come celebrate with us at Market as we mark another year of fresh food, community, and fun.
We’ve got a day full of sparkle and surprises planned:
✨ Free Hair Tinsel Braiding – add a little shine to your look
🎨 Face Painting – fun for all ages
🌈 Skin-Safe Glitter Station – bring the glow and sparkle all morning
🍽️ Taste the Market with Galveston College’s Culinary Arts Program
🎂 First 100 folks wll enjoy a tasty cake from PattyCakes Bakery
🎁 Giveaways & More – because no birthday is complete without presents
It’s our way of saying THANK YOU for 13 wonderful years of support from our Galveston community. Bring the whole family and help us celebrate this big milestone together!
Thank you to our Partners for joining the fun!
Diwali at the Market!
Join us at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market as we celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights!
Come experience the joy and beauty of this vibrant Hindu holiday with fun, family-friendly activities:
Free Mehndi (Henna) – get a beautiful, traditional design to wear proudly.
Diya Decorating – paint and decorate your own clay lamp to take home.
Papdi Samplings – enjoy a taste of delicious traditional snacks.
Diwali is all about light, joy, and community, and we’re excited to share in the celebration together right here at Market. Bring your friends and family for a morning filled with color, culture, and connection!
Sukkot
Join us for a joyful Sukkot Celebration, a Jewish holiday honoring the harvest & the tradition of gathering and eating under the stars. Build your own graham cracker sukkah, create decorations for our market sukkah, and share in the wisdom & traditions of this fall festival.
Come together for food, creativity, and connection as we celebrate the abundance of the season and the spirit of community!
Hispanic Heritage Month
Celebrate the historical & cultural contributions of this diverse community!
¡Celebremos! In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/15), Galveston's Own Farmers Market is hosting a series of free & fun festive activities on September 28, 2025!
Peruse through Ball High Spanish Honor Society’s pop-up museum! Featuring replicas of extraordinary Hispanic artists.
Also get crafty and make sure to stop by the Papel Picado Station.
Don’t miss our very cute, GOFM-themed Loteria photo station right up at the front of market! Get cheesin’ and don’t forget to tag us in your sweet pics.
ADDITIONALLY — In true Loteria fashion, if you buy from 2 or more vendors IN A ROW (side by side or diagonal) on the board, we’ll give you ONE EXTRA* punch on your besties card!
** Patron can get up to 3 punches max on 9/29. 1 from buying from a vendor, 1 from buying from a spotlight vendor, and 1 additional one if you buy 2 from more vendors in a row on the Loteria board!
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¡Celebremos! ¡En honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana (15/9-15/10), Galveston's Own Farmers Market está organizando una serie de actividades festivas gratuitas y divertidas el 28 de septiembre de 2025!
¡Explora el museo temporal de la Sociedad Honoraria de Español de Ball High! Con réplicas de extraordinarios artistas hispanos.
También te encantarán las manualidades y no te pierdas la Estación de Papel Picado.
¡Y no te pierdas nuestra linda estación de fotos de Lotería con temática GOFM justo al frente del mercado! Sonríe y no te olvides de etiquetarnos en tus tiernas fotos.
ADICIONALMENTE: Como en una auténtica partida de lotería, si compras a 2 o más vendedores seguidos (en fila horizontal, vertical o diagonal) en el tablero, ¡te daremos un sello extra* en la tarjeta de tu amigo/a!
**Cada cliente puede obtener un máximo de 3 sellos el 29/09: uno por comprar a un vendedor, otro por comprar a un vendedor destacado y uno adicional si compras a 2 o más vendedores seguidos en el tablero de lotería.
Register to Vote at GOFM! - Sept
In partnership with Galveston County Voter Registration, you can register to vote right at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!
It’s an easy as 1-2-3. If you have any questions about voting, Galveston County Voter Registration will be there to answer.
You are eligible to register to vote if:
US citizen
Resident of the county where you apply
At least 18 years old on Election Day
Not convicted of a felony (or completed sentence, probation, and parole)
Not declared mentally incapacitated by a court without voting rights
See if you’re already registered here>
key dates:
Find out more info here>
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The Weekly Lineup
We post our full vendor roster every week so you know exactly which farmers, bakers, and makers will be on-site this Sunday.
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Monthly Market Pop-Ups
Every month, we invite local partners to bring something extra to the market. From hands-on workshops to interactive demos, these pop-ups turn your shopping trip into an experience.
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Groundswell Events
These are our premier community celebrations and fundraisers held outside the standard market rhythm. Think vibrant cultural festivals and high-energy events that support our mission.