Join 8,125 In Galveston’s Human Chain On September 6

Galveston, Texas, was recently in the news about the return of blue water. Now, Galveston Island could be in the news again on Saturday, September 6, 2025, if all goes well.

125th Anniversary of the Great Storm - Going for Guinness World Record

The City of Galveston is inviting 8,125 people to line up along the Galveston Island seawall in an attempt to break a world record and to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the Great Storm in Galveston. In 1900, more than 8,000 lives were lost, and the island was destroyed in what was deemed the Storm of the Century after a deadly hurricane tore through the island.

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Guinness World Record - The Longest Walkway in the Country

On Saturday, September 6, 2025, people will form a human chain and hold hands along the Seawall to set a Guinness World Record title for "The Longest Walkway in the Country." The Galveston Seawall stretches for 7.3 miles along the Texas Gulf Coast, making it the longest continuous sidewalk in the United States. The seawall was built to protect the island from storm surges and to break the force of the ocean waves.

Be a Part of History This Weekend on Galveston Island

So, if you would like to become part of history and help break a Guinness World Record, head to Galveston Island this weekend to stand together in solidarity as a living tribute to resilience and remembrance of the lives lost.

What Time Does The Lineup Start on the Seawall?

The lineup begins at 8:45 a.m. If you plan to participate in this event, you must register here. There will be photo opportunities and a drone flyover to capture all the historical moments.

The Mayor of Galveston and other local dignitaries will kick off the ceremony at the Great Storm Statue. All ages are welcome to participate in this free event, rain or shine.