Good morning, Savannah! February’s settling in, winter’s still hanging around, and the weekend’s lining up with a few solid reasons to get out.
In today’s newsletter:
And much more… let’s dive in!
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Savannah locals had thoughts — and plenty of them. We asked what feels missing in the city, and the responses ranged from specific stores and restaurants to bigger picture ideas about entertainment, housing, and quality of life. Here’s what readers had to say, in their own words.
Saturday, February 7 | 7 - 10 p.m. | Squealing Hog BBQ
Enjoy live music during Saturday dinner service at Squealing Hog BBQ on Bay Street.
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☘️ 2026 Savannah Irish Festival
Saturday–Sunday, February 7–8 | 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m. | Alee Shriners
A two day Irish festival featuring live music, dance performances, food vendors, and family friendly activities.
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🏛️ Super Museum Sunday
Sunday, February 8 | 12–4 p.m. | Savannah Children’s Museum
A free museum day with open access to Savannah Children’s Museum as part of Super Museum Sunday.
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🖼️ Free Days at SCAD Museum of Art
Sunday, February 8 | 12–5 p.m. | SCAD Museum of Art
Free admission for Savannah residents to explore current exhibitions at the SCAD Museum of Art.
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🧺 New Year, New Junk in the Trunk
Saturday, February 7 | 9–11am | Savannah Arts Academy
A free community swap where neighbors give and take gently used items.
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🎨 Art Walk at City Market
Sunday, February 8 | 1–4 p.m. | City Market
A monthly art walk featuring local artists and galleries throughout City Market.
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🎸 Dylan Earl
Saturday, February 7 | 8 p.m. | Moodright’s
Country and Americana artist Dylan Earl performs live at Moodright’s on Abercorn Street.
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📖 Free Festival Saturday: Savannah Book Festival
Saturday, February 7 | 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Telfair Square
A free, daylong literary festival featuring author talks, panels, book signings, and food vendors in downtown Savannah.
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🥃 Honky Tonk South
Mon–Thurs: 4 p.m.–2 a.m. | Fri–Sun: 12 p.m.–2 a.m. | 311 W Congress St
A Nashville inspired country bar bringing hot chicken, late night drinks, and live country music vibes to downtown Savannah.
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