Good morning, Savannah! Sunshine, cooler temps, and a packed fall calendar… it’s a nice change after all that rain. And fittingly, this one marks our 100th issue of HelloSav. Here’s what’s happening this week.
In today’s newsletter:
And much more… let’s dive in!
By now, we all know the Bananas are a big deal. You can’t walk around Savannah without bumping into someone wearing yellow merch or hear about their sold out national tour without feeling a bit of pride and maybe a little fatigue too. The team that started as a quirky local experiment has officially become a full blown entertainment empire.
🍂 Fall Festival at L. Scott Stell Park
Saturday, October 18 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m. | L. Scott Stell Community Park
Celebrate fall with hayrides, food trucks, local vendors, games, and a Salute to Service Walk honoring women veterans.
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👻 Keller’s Flea Market Halloween Event
Saturday, October 18 | 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m. | 5901 Ogeechee Rd
Trick-or-treating, costume contests, food trucks, live music, and fall fun for the whole family.
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🍂 Hop Atomica Fall Festival
Saturday, October 18 | 12–8 p.m. | Hop Atomica
Pumpkin carving, caramel apples, local vendors, and fall treats for all ages. Free to attend.
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🎃 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat!
Saturday, October 18 | 5–7 p.m. | Nine Line Apparel HQ
Enjoy candy, costumes, and creative decorated trunks at this family-friendly Halloween event.
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👻 Alee Haunted House
Fridays & Saturdays in October | 7 p.m. | Alee Shriners
Get your scare fix at Savannah’s classic haunted house, open every Friday and Saturday night this month.
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🍂 Islands Farmers’ Market
Saturday, October 18 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. | 401 Quarterman Dr
The Islands Farmers’ Market offers fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, and more. Shop local, meet vendors, and enjoy a fun market experience!
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📚 Comic Fest
Saturday, October 18 | 12–6 p.m. | Two Tides Brewing Co.
Celebrate Savannah’s comic and zine scene with artists, writers, and small presses at this free festival.
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🎸 Riverfront Concert Series with The Intracoastal Playboys
Thursday, October 16 | 6–9 p.m. | The Park at Eastern Wharf
Free live music on the riverfront with food trucks, drinks, and sunset views at Eastern Wharf.
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🍔 Savannah Salutes Jimmy Buffett Pt. 3 – Return of the Cheeseburgers!
Friday, October 17 | 6 p.m. | Victory North Savannah
A beachy tribute night with live music, margaritas, and plenty of cheeseburgers in paradise.
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🩰 World Ballet Company: Cinderella
Sunday, October 19 | 3 p.m. | Savannah Civic Center
A one-day-only production of Cinderella with 40 dancers, 150 costumes, and breathtaking sets, perfect for all ages.
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🦚 Centennial Peacock Party
Friday, October 17 | 6:30–9 p.m. | Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
Celebrate 100 years of the Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and live entertainment at this elegant fundraiser.
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🍔 Green Truck Pub Birthday Party
Saturday, October 18 | 4–11 p.m. | Green Truck Pub
Celebrate 15 years of burgers, beer, music, and Renegade Paws adoptions at Green Truck Pub.
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🎂 Icing Out Cancer: Cake Decorating for a Cause
Sunday, October 19 | 4–6 p.m. | District Live
Decorate cakes, sip wine, and support breast cancer awareness with the Plant Riverside pastry team.
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🎃 Spooky Sundays
Every Sunday in October | 7 p.m. | Two Tides Brewing Co
Halloween-themed movies, slushies, treats, snacks, and plushies every Sunday in October at Two Tides.
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🐾 Wag-O-Ween
Saturday–Sunday, October 25–26 | Downtown Savannah & Starland District
Dogs in costumes, trick-or-treating, contests, and parades in one of Savannah’s favorite pet-friendly community events.
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🍔 Eastern Wharf Food Truck Festival
Saturday, November 15 | 1–6 p.m. | Eastern Wharf
A waterfront festival with curated food trucks, live music, and a showcase of Savannah’s g