What's Happening in Savannah | 2/27

ISSUE #137

Good morning, Savannah! It’s Friday, which means optimism is back and responsibilities are negotiable. Here’s what’s happening this weekend.

  • Islands Farmers’ Market returns 🧺
  • 5th Annual Savannah Slithering Lantern Parade 🐍
  • FREE Riverfront Concert Series at Eastern Wharf 🎶

And much more… let’s dive in!

THE DIGEST
Demolition of MLK Jr. Arena Scheduled for June as Redevelopment Plans Move Forward

Savannah is preparing to begin demolition of the Martin Luther King Jr. Arena this June, marking the next phase of a long discussed transformation of the Civic Center site.

In June 2024, Savannah City Council voted 7 to 1 in favor of demolishing the arena and renovating the Johnny Mercer Theater, ballroom, and community meeting spaces. The decision followed years of debate, which intensified after the opening of Enmarket Arena shifted the city’s event landscape.

EVENTS
Family Fun

📚 Seuss Fest 2026

Saturday, February 28 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Savannah Children’s Museum
A family event celebrating reading with stories, crafts, games, and character dress up at the Savannah Children’s Museum.
Learn more

🎭 Purim in Paradise 2026

Sunday, March 1 | 3–6 p.m. | JEA
A free community Purim celebration with games, inflatables, food vendors, crafts, and a mini market.
Learn more

Local Shopping & Markets

🧺 Islands Farmers’ Market

Saturday, February 28 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. | 401 Quarterman Dr
The Islands Farmers’ Market is back! Enjoy fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, and more. Shop local, meet vendors, and enjoy a fun market experience!
Learn more

Live Music & Entertainment

🎶 FREE Riverfront Concert Series

Friday, February 27 | 6–9 p.m. | The Park at Eastern Wharf
A free riverfront concert featuring Improvement Movement with support from Jalen Reyes at Eastern Wharf.
Learn more

😂 2 Guys Named Chris Comedy Night

Friday, February 27 | 7 p.m. | Victory North
A stand up comedy night featuring E.J. Masicampo, Jeremy Alder, and Dave Landau at Victory North.
Learn more

Game Day
Outdoor & Recreation

🌲 Second Annual 2026 Great Ogeechee Tree Rat Hunt

Saturday, February 28 | 5:30–9:30 p.m. | Alee Shriners Temple
A competitive grey squirrel tournament with weigh in, raffle, and dinner at Alee Shriners Temple.
Learn more

Education & Workshops
Business & Networking
CONTRIBUTIONS
HelloSav is 100% free to read, independently owned, and locally operated.
Your contributions help keep HelloSav going and support the community we’re building together. We appreciate any and all support!
SAVE THE DATE
NEW OPENINGS

🪑 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.
Learn more

🍨 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.
Learn more

🥃 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.
Learn more

WORDLE
Take on our Wordle challenge, inspired by either something from today’s newsletter, something Savannah related, or sometimes something completely random.