The Smoking Bishop's Soiree at the 1892 Bishop's Palace
Schedule
Fri Dec 05 2025 at 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm
UTC-06:00Location
1892 Bishop’s Palace | Galveston, TX

About this Event
Named for the iconic drink featured in A Christmas Carol and featuring specialty acts, award-winning performers, and a carefully curated food and drink menu, this kickoff to the annual festival is not to be missed! Held at the breathtaking 1892 Bishop’s Palace, attendees will enjoy live music, food and wine, an exceptional aerial acrobatics performance, and appearances by special guests.
Hosted by Ollie Dickens, great-great-great-grandson of Charles.
EVENT ENTERTAINMENT:
- Cirque La Vie
- Ollie Dickens
- The Dickens Town Crier, John Neitz
- Her Majesty Queen Victoria and His Royal Highness Prince Albert, along with their court
- British Consulate General Houston
- . ..and more!
EVENT MENU:
- Open Bar with Beer, Wine, Champagne
- Food Menu TBA
EVENT DETAILS:
- Tickets are non-refundable.
- Tickets do not include festival admission.
- Walk-up tickets will not be available. Tickets are only available in advance online.
- This venue is not wheelchair accessible. There are steps leading up to the entrance.
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ABOUT DICKENS ON THE STRAND
For 52 years, Galveston Historical Foundation’s Dickens on The Strand festival has highlighted downtown Galveston’s Victorian-era architecture while providing a one-of-a-kind holiday destination filled with the sights and sounds of Charles Dickens’ work. This year’s event continues that tradition with new entertainers and events, returning favorites, and family-friendly programming. Learn more by clicking here.
Where is it happening?
1892 Bishop’s Palace, 1402 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 95.70 to USD 106.20
