Savannah Events and AttractionsWhat’s happening in Savannah? Looking for the best Savannah events and attractions? With art exhibits and live entertainment at City Market, fun-filled festivities on historic River Street, amazing SCAD art festivals, private home tours, thrilling sports events, and the famous Savannah Music Festival, there is always something fun and exciting going on in Savannah. No matter what your fancy, you’ll find lots of fun things to see and do in historic Savannah. Special Events This is a list of some of the more popular "happenings" with website links. Click on the individual link to learn more about these well-known Savannah festivals and events. JANUARY Martin Luther King Parade
FEBRUARY Savannah Irish Festival Taste of Savannah Savannah Black Heritage Festival MARCH First Saturday on the River Annual Tour of Homes and Gardens Annual tour of homes - Guests are offered the opportunity to visit approximately six sites, which include both private homes and/or gardens during a three hour period. Savannah Music Festival Annual Savannah Music Festival at various locations. An 18-day festival featuring internationally renowned musicians. St. Patrick’s Day Events St. Patrick’s Day is Savannah’s largest annual event and the second biggest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the country. St. Patrick’s Day Celebration in City Market St. Patrick’s Celebration on the River Hosted by the Savannah Waterfront Association. Two stages of non-stop live entertainment, plus interactive games, food, drinks & more. Savannah’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, one of the largest parades in the country, starts at Abercorn and Gwinnett Streets and ends on E. Broad St. APRIL First Saturday on the River Savannah Music Festival Annual Savannah Music Festival at various locations. An 18-day festival featuring internationally renowned musicians. Liberty Mutual Legends of Golf The biggest names on the Champions Tour compete during the annual Liberty Mutual Legends of Golf tournament at the Savannah Westin Harbor Resort and Spa on Hutchinson Island. NOGS Tour of Homes and Gardens Annual NOGS Tour of Hidden Gardens sponsored by The Garden Club of Savannah. Different private gardens are selected each year for excellence of design, historical interest and beauty. This annual festival is presented by the Savannah College of Art and Design in Forsyth Park. Admission is free & open to the public. MAY First Saturday on the River Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and fun on historic River Street. Arts Festival on Tybee Island’s North Beach. A judged competition of sand castle design, sand sculpture, sand relief & wind sculpture. Annual celebration of Scottish and Celtic Heritage. Bethesda Home For Boys. Fine Arts on The River Festival Fine Arts Festival on historic River Street hosted by the Savannah Waterfront Association. Annual Beach Bum Parade – "A wet & wild tradition on Tybee Island since 1987." JUNE First Saturday on the River Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and fun on historic River Street. Annual Savannah Asian Festival at the Savannah Civic Center. Free and open to the public. Corner of Liberty & Montgomery Sts. JULY First Saturday on the River Fourth of July firework show on historic River Street hosted by the Savannah Waterfront Association. Fireworks begin around 9:20 p.m. Tybee Island’s annual firework show begins about 9:15. Fireworks are staged on the pier but easily seen from any of Tybee’s eastern beaches. AUGUST First Saturday on the River Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and fun on historic River Street. SEPTEMBER First Saturday on the River Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and fun on historic River Street. OCTOBER First Saturday on the River Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and fun on historic River Street. Live Entertainment, German Food, Games, Fun, Arts & Crafts, Fireworks on the River Friday night at 9:30pm. St. Paul’s Greek Festival Hosted by the Savannah College of Art and Design, the Savannah Film Festival features the best in independent and innovative film from around the world. Workshops, lectures, receptions, special events and more. Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival This festival draws about 10,000 people and provides attendees with a taste of ethnic Jewish cuisine as well as family entertainment. NOVEMBER First Saturday on the River Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and fun on historic River Street. Savannah Film Festival Hosted by the Savannah College of Art and Design, the Savannah Film Festival features the best in independent and innovative film from around the world. Workshops, lectures, receptions, special events and more. Telfair Art Fair Annual art show and sale under a tent in Telfair Square. Awards Ceremony on Saturday. Live Entertainment, Fresh Seafood, Games, Fun, Arts & Crafts, Fireworks on the River Friday night at 9:30pm. Blues & BBQ Festival at the Roundhouse Annual festival presented by the Coastal Heritage Society at the Roundhouse Railroad Museum. Food and live entertainment. Southern Lights, a Savannah Holiday Celebration Savannah's annual holiday festival dazzles with events from Thanksgiving through New Years! Boat Parade of Lights on the Savannah River and alongside historic River Street. Free and open to the public. DECEMBER First Saturday on the River Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and fun on historic River Street. Southern Lights, a Savannah Holiday Celebration Savannah's annual holiday festival dazzles with events from Thanksgiving through New Years! Savannah River Bridge Run Christmas on the River and Lighted Parade Regional arts and crafts and live Holiday entertainment highlight this Multicultural Holiday Celebration hosted by the Savannah Waterfront Association. Holiday Tour of Homes The Downtown Neighborhood Association's Holiday Tour of Homes takes place in private homes, which are graciously opened to the public by generous Savannahians. New Year’s Eve at the Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull Street. Join the cast of "Return to the 50's" for a special New Year's Eve performance with over 60 of your favorite classic rock and roll favorites, followed by an evening of music and dancing with a champagne toast at midnight. EVENT AND ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR LINKS Here are some helpful links to Savannah event and entertainment calendars. Most are searchable by date and venue. City Market Calendar of Exhibits and Events Savannah Morning News Events and Entertainment We have lots of information on all of the best Savannah attractions. Just follow the links to learn more about the subjects of interest to you. Architectural Treasures Be sure to check our Savannah Tours page for specialized tours suited to your particular interest. Popular theme tours include movie tours, ghost tours, and even “Midnight” book tours.
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