Good morning, Savannah! Hope you all had a restful Presidents’ Day, or at the very least, enjoyed the three-day weekend (if you got one). If not, we see you, we respect you, and we hope you took an extra-long lunch out of spite.
In today’s newsletter:
And much more… let’s dive in!
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If you’re craving classic Southern BBQ in the heart of downtown, Squealing Hog BBQ delivers. From fall-off-the-bone ribs and pulled pork sandwiches to crispy wings, baked beans, mac and cheese, hush puppies, and cornbread, it’s the kind of meal that keeps you coming back.
Open Friday, Sunday, and Monday 11–8, and Saturdays until 10. Stop by Bay Street and see what everyone’s talking about.
A new Buc-ee’s is planned for Hardeeville, South Carolina, about 25 to 30 minutes north of Savannah depending on where you live. The store will be built on a 46 acre site within the Hardee Station development at Exit 8 off I-95, near the intersection of U.S. Highway 278 and Highway 17.
🥕 Midtown Farmers Market
Wednesday, February 18 | 3–7 p.m. | Daffin Park
A weekly Wednesday farmers market featuring local farmers, bakers, and food producers at Daffin Park.
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🎪 Starland Faire 2026
Saturday, February 21 | 12–10 p.m. | Starland Yard
Starland Faire returns to Starland Yard with vendors, performances, and themed festivities.
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🎨 2026 Savannah Black Art Expo
Saturday, February 21 | 12–4 p.m. | Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center
A free annual expo celebrating local Black artists with live performances, vendors, and community workshops in Savannah.
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🎭 Let the Good Times Roll
Friday, February 20 | 7–9 p.m. | District Live at Plant Riverside District
A Mardi Gras celebration featuring The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra at District Live.
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🎶 Fantasia & Anthony Hamilton
Friday, February 20 | 8 p.m. | Enmarket Arena
Fantasia and Anthony Hamilton perform live at Enmarket Arena for a night of R&B and soul in Savannah.
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🎸 Styx
Saturday, February 21 | 8 p.m. | Savannah Civic Center
Styx performs live at the Savannah Civic Center as part of their current tour.
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🎵 School of Rock Presents Rachel and Friends
Sunday, February 22 | 1 p.m. | Broughton Street Bowl & Brew
A family friendly rock show featuring members of Turtle Folk and Starland 43 at Bowl and Brew.
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😂 Bored Teachers: “Is It Friday Yet?!” Comedy Tour
Sunday, February 22 | 3 p.m. | Savannah Civic Center
The Bored Teachers Comedy Tour brings new material and classroom inspired humor to Savannah.
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🚗 Cars and Coffee
Sunday, February 22 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. | Nine Line Apparel
A community car meet welcoming all makes and models with coffee and a featured vehicle reveal.
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🍸 Sips at the Station
Tuesday, February 17 | 5:30–7 p.m. | Ardsley Station
A networking fundraiser supporting the Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire at Ardsley Station.
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💼 EOA Savannah Career & Resource Fair
Wednesday, February 18 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. | Alee Shriners Temple
Meet more than 60 employers and learn about open job opportunities at this Savannah career and resource fair.
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🪑 Picker Joe’s Antique Mall
Mon–Sat: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | Sun: Noon–5 p.m. | 66 W. Montgomery Cross Road
Now open in a new, larger location featuring thousands of antiques, vintage finds, mid century furniture, architectural salvage, artwork, and collectibles with inventory changing daily.
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🍨 Kilwins
Open Daily | 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. | 205 W Congress St
Kilwins has opened at 205 W. Congress Street in Ellis Square, serving ice cream, chocolates, and made in store Mackinac Island Fudge.
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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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