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The holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. From the city to the suburbs, we cover the biggest seasonal attractions in KPRC 2's "Holiday Lights Spectacular" Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
If you're looking for a holiday getaway with the family, why not head down to Galveston Island? Houston Life co-host Tessa Barrera went to Moody Gardens Holiday in the Gardens to check out all the chilling fun for the whole family.
Moody gardens offers the largest holiday venue to enjoy through January 1st, including the return of the popular Ice Land.
Have some fun in the sun at Moody Gardens! While the adults are relaxing at the Galveston Wine Festival, the kids can experience new animal encounters at the aquarium pyramid.
Discover a delightful Easter experience at Moody Gardens! 🌼🐰 Treat your family to a memorable celebration filled with delicious food, and fun activities. #MoodyGardens #EasterCelebration #FamilyFun
The beach is just the beginning when it comes to Spring Break fun on Galveston Island and with so much to explore, you might want to plan a stay that is longer than just a day!
Moody Gardens is ready to host you for a “Supersized” spring break. The popular attraction on Galveston Island has deals for Houston families who want to get away without going far throughout the month of March.
The holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. To celebrate the season, KPRC 2 & Moody Gardens are giving you a chance to win an amazing holiday prize package!
The holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. From the city to the suburbs, we cover the biggest seasonal attractions in KPRC 2's "Holiday Lights Spectacular" Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
From a ‘Festival of Lights,’ to train rides, holiday films, ICELAND and more, Moody Gardens is the coolest holiday destination in the Southwest!
Moody Gardens in Galveston will host a holiday celebration featuring ice sculptures of animals, an ice bar and an ice slide.
Six Cuban nationals, who resided in Houston, have been indicted by a federal grand jury with illegal trafficking of migratory songbirds, U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani announced.
A lawsuit has been filed against Moody Gardens in the drowning death of a child at Moody Gardens Hotel in Galveston, law firm Zehl & Associates announced Thursday.
If you love wine, food, live music and firework, there are plenty of special activities planned to make it a Labor Day weekend to remember.
From sharks, to a deep sea adventure and spring break day camps, we’re helping you plan and save on your next visit to Moody Gardens.
The holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. From the city to the suburbs, we cover the biggest seasonal attractions in KPRC 2's "Holiday Lights Spectacular" Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
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Moody Gardens’ first-ever Air, Car and Boat show in mid-August promises thrills by land, air and sea.
Moody Gardens announced its Rainforest Pyramid will allow guests to learn how small creatures are doing big things for the environment as Rainforest of The World: Dynamic Dwellers opens on May 28.
Memorial Day is around the corner and the kids will be out of school. So many parents have been busy with work, after-school activities and keeping a household running they haven’t yet made plans for the three-day weekend. Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, we’re live with a sneak peak at the big changes at Moody Gardens. Your family could be the first in your neighborhood to experience the new changes inside the Rainforest Pyramid and the lazy river at Palm Beach! Plus, we’ll have the inside scoop on how you can get the best discounts!
Moody Gardens is welcoming its latest addition to the North Pacific Exhibit as Annette the California sea lion settles into her new home at the Aquarium Pyramid following a move from the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden in Columbia, South Carolina.
Spring Break is almost here, which means many of us have begun thinking about what we can find to do that will keep our whole family busy and entertained while the kids are out of school.
The holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. From the city to the suburbs, we cover the biggest seasonal attractions in KPRC 2's "Holiday Lights Spectacular" Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
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Moody Gardens announced Wednesday that it’s closing its Palm Beach attraction for two days due to staffing issues after a COVID-19 outbreak.
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What started as a photo shared on social media became a national movement for Zoos all over the country, including Galveston’s Moody Gardens.
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GALVESTON, Texas – Last week’s viral video of orcas swimming near a Galveston Party Boat had people talking about the wonders of the island’s wildlife. Greg Whittaker, animal husbandry manager and wildlife expert with Moody Gardens, spoke to KPRC 2 about these unexpected visitors of the Gulf and what other animals Galveston visitors can expect to see around the island. Usually, they would be hunting fish such as tuna and smaller dolphin species,” Whittaker said. Dolphins (Pixabay)Sea turtlesSea turtles, according to Whittaker, are usually found in the bay areas of the Gulf, foraging for food. Larger stingrays are usually found in the deeper waters of the Gulf, while smaller types (usually golden colored) are finding clams on the Gulf shoreline, according to Whittaker.
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HOUSTON – Houston attractions wasted no time Wednesday announcing how they will handle Gov. Space HoustonSpace Center Houston is in compliance with directives of health officials and CDC guidelines. Space Center Houston, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center, is located on government property. AdGuests without masks will not be allowed entry to Space Center Houston. AdMoody GardenMoody Garden said they would require employees to wear masks.
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The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. A lot of us might be looking for a fun holiday getaway this season, considering what kind of 2020 it’s been. The popular destination has so much to offer lately, said Jerri Hamachek, a spokesperson for Moody Gardens. Hamachek shared some more ideas, in the video above, regarding what else visitors can enjoy during the holiday season.
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FILE - In this Friday, Dec. 1, 2017, file photo, ornaments hang on a Christmas tree on display in New York. Office holiday parties are tricky in 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic. Many companies are foregoing parties altogether, deciding instead to send staff gift baskets, extra time off or donations to charities that employees choose. Hall, File)(Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)
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HOUSTON – Due to inclement weather, Moody Gardens Attractions in Galveston will close Saturday at 4 p.m. The Festival of Lights and all other attractions are canceled for Saturday night. Tickets may be used any other remaining night through January 2 without any updated reservation, according to Moody Gardens. Moody Gardens is expected to reopen Sunday, weather permitting, including opening at noon on Christmas Day. Other canceled holiday eventsHouston Zoo LightsThe Freedman’s Town Farmer’s MarketDiscovery Green Ice RinkSugar Land Holiday Lights
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GALVESTON, Texas – The official start of the holiday season is now underway in Galveston. The Holiday in the Gardens kicked off at Moody Gardens on Saturday evening. Several attractions are now open at Moody Gardens, including the arctic slide, train ride and the Festival of Lights, a 1-mile trail with over two million lights with themed displays. The 4D theater is also showing “Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer.”HAPPY HOLIDAYS: ‘Holiday in the Gardens’ kicks off at @MoodyGardens in Galveston, the holiday season officially Underway pic.twitter.com/bMPlNQQ0Rj — KPRC2Jonathan (@KPRC2Jonathan) November 22, 2020Safety protocols including social distancing and mask requirements are in place this holiday season to ensure the safety of the families and staff during this annual tradition.
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The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. HOUSTON – Get out and safely enjoy the holiday season at Moody Gardens located in Galveston, Texas. ‘Holiday in the Gardens’ runs from November 21 - January 2 and includes plenty of outdoor activities and space for social distancing. For more information call 409-744-4673 or visit moodygardens.org
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Moody Gardens in Galveston is open and ready for visitors. Jerri Hamachek, marketing director for Moody Gardens, shares some helpful tips to help families plan their next visit. You can also avoid the crowds, by visiting Moody Gardens during the week. Moody Gardens has a new payment policy in place. To get started planning your next visit to Moody Gardens, visit their website or call 409-744-4673.
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