Port of Galveston Bicentennial 1825-2025

Celebrating Our Past, Present and Future

Spanning two centuries, the Port of Galveston’s fascinating history could fill a book with tales of pirates, naval battles, riches, and resilience.

Established by a proclamation issued by the Congress of Mexico on October 17, 1825, while the land known as Texas still belonged to Mexico, the Port of Galveston is the oldest port in the Gulf of Mexico west of New Orleans. Read More

BE A PART OF PORT HISTORY

We invite you to join us in celebrating the Port of Galveston’s bicentennial in 2025. We’re planning a full year of activities to share the port’s history, spotlight the contributions of the port and its port partners, and celebrate our present and future.

SAVE THE DATES!

  • Thursday, May 22, 2025 – National Maritime Day annual observance
  • Thursday, October 16, 2025 – Sponsor golf tournament
  • Friday, October 17, 2025 – Party on the Pier public event
  • Saturday, October 18, 2025 – Gala dinner and dancing
  • October – Port history book is released

Sponsor Opportunities

(Space is limited)

Platinum Level - $100,000 (SOLD OUT)

  • Gala naming sponsor
  • 2 prominent tables for 10 at gala
  • Recognized in all port bicentennial press releases
  • 6 social media posts
  • Verbal recognition at events
  • Top logo placement on bicentennial microsite, gala invitations, signage at all events
  • 2-page spread in history book in prime location
  • Admission for 10 to VIP area at Party on the Pier
  • Foursome at golf tournament

Diamond Level - $75,000

  • Exclusive cruise line presenting sponsor for Party on the Pier (Naming sponsorships for VIP party and bands still available for non-cruise businesses)
  • 2 prominent tables for 10 at gala
  • 6 social media posts
  • Verbal recognition at events
  • Prominent logo placement on bicentennial microsite, gala invitation email, event signage
  • 2-page spread in history book in prime location
  • Admission for 10 to VIP area at Party on the Pier
  • Foursome at golf tournament

Gold Level - $50,000

  • Naming sponsor for one of the following: pier party VIP party, pier party bands
  • 2 prominent tables for 10 at gala
  • 6 social media posts
  • Verbal recognition at events
  • Prominent logo placement on bicentennial microsite, gala invitation email, event signage
  • 2-page spread in history book in prime location
  • Admission for 10 to VIP area at Party on the Pier
  • Foursome at golf tournament

Silver Level - $30,000

  • 1 prominent table for 10 at gala
  • Verbal recognition at gala and Party on the Pier
  • Logos on bicentennial microsite, gala invitation, event signage
  • 1-page spread in history book
  • Admission for 6 to VIP area at Party on the Pier
  • Foursome at golf tournament

Bronze Level - $15,000

  • 1 prominent table for 10 at gala
  • Logos on bicentennial microsite, gala invitation, event signage
  • 1-page spread in history book
  • Admission for 6 to VIP area at Party on the Pier
  • Foursome at golf tournament

Proceeds to be used for maritime education scholarships.

Sponsor Contact

Kathy Thomas, Galveston Wharves Communications

History

Tales of Pirates, Battles, Riches, Resilience