Dickens on The Strand

Come and celebrate the historical tales of Charles Dickens and the 19th century Victorian London without having to leave Texas. Dickens on the Strand is a yearly holiday festival where you can choose to come casual or dress up in Victorian style! It is a fun event that is sure to bring a smile to everyone there!

Member Only Information:

What to do at Dickens on the Strand:

There are shows throughout the day, shops, performers, parades, and much more!

How to Find the Group:

Meet at Gate 4 (located on the map) at the corner of 25th street and The Strand at 10am. We will enter the event at 10:10am to allow time for everyone to arrive. If you arriving later, feel free to call or text me so we can meet up.

How do I get to the festival:

Galveston is located approximately 45 minutes south of Houston. Take I-45 south for approximately 50 miles. After you cross the causeway linking the mainland to Galveston, I-45 will become Broadway, and the cross streets will be numbered in decreasing order. To reach the Strand National Historic Landmark District, the site of Dickens on The Strand, turn left onto any of the streets designated 24th Street [Mitchell], 22nd Street [Kempner] or 21st Street [Moody]. (Left turns are not allowed in either direction onto 23rd Street [Tremont]). After making this turn, you will be heading in a northerly direction, toward Galveston Bay. These streets all intersect Mechanic Street at the perimeter of the festival site. A Dickens on The Strand map will be posted closer to the event.

Parking:

Please allow plenty of time to find parking and find the Gate 4.  Allow for traffic.  Parking is available via paid parking all around the festival grounds. Additionally, there are numerous garages available for use. Two of those are located at 21st and Market and another at 25th and Harborside. Handicap parking is reserved between 22nd and 23rd on Market and between Strand and Mechanic on 20th Street.

What should I wear?

Dressing the part of a Victorian lady or gent can be as easy as pulling together pieces hanging in the back of the closet. Or it could be as fun as finding a vintage dress or suit in a thrift shop or antique store. Others even have costumes custom-made for the event. Remember, dressing the part of Dickens on The Strand helps visitors get the most enjoyment out of the holiday event.

Tickets:

Early bird pricing for tickets till 11/22. After then, prices increase by $5. Get your tickets at the following site: https://www.galvestonhistory.org/events/dickens-on-the-strand/tickets

How to join:

Please buy your ticket on the attached link and come back here to RSVP, so we know you will be there!