What’s Happening in Savannah | 9/2

ISSUE #89

Good morning, Savannah! Cooler temps have finally shown up, and it feels a whole lot better to be out and about. Here’s what’s on the calendar this week.

In today’s newsletter:

  • Café Crepes Square Grand Opening 🥞
  • September First Friday 🍻
  • Patriot Day 5K Run 🇺🇸

And much more… let’s dive in!

THE DIGEST
Savannah Wants a Trader Joe’s: Here’s Why It Hasn’t Happened

Is Savannah ever going to get a Trader Joe's? It’s the question on the minds of locals who’ve been craving everything from the mandarin orange chicken to the chocolate croissants—and it’s a debate that’s sparked pranks, petitions, and even Facebook campaigns. The question of "when or if" lingers, as neighboring cities enjoy their own locations while Savannah waits.

EVENTS
Family Fun

🎬 Movie Night at Hull Park: Moana 2

Friday, September 5 | 6:30 p.m. | Hull Park
Family movie night with pre-show games, splash pad fun, and an outdoor screening of Moana 2 at Hull Park.
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🏮 Savannah Water Lantern Festival

Saturday, September 6 | 5–9 p.m. | Lake Mayer Park
Lantern festival at Lake Mayer Park where guests design and release lanterns to light up the water.
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Local Shopping & Markets

🌅 Savannah Sunset Market

Thursday, September 4 | 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | Hutchinson Island
Shop local produce, seafood, and artisan goods while enjoying live music and free sunset yoga.
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🍂 Islands Farmers’ Market

Saturday, September 6 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. | 401 Quarterman Dr
The Islands Farmers’ Market is back! Shop fresh produce, handmade goods, and more.
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Live Music & Entertainment

GOLD 100 Dance Party with The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra

Saturday, September 6 | 7 p.m. | District Live at Plant Riverside
A glamorous night of live big band music, dancing, and vintage-meets-modern flair with The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra.
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🎤 Thomas Rhett: Better in Boots Tour

Saturday, September 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Enmarket Arena
Country star Thomas Rhett brings the Better in Boots Tour to Savannah with special guests Tucker Wetmore and The Castellows.
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🎶 Rumours ATL – A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

Saturday, September 6 | 8 p.m. | Victory North
Fleetwood Mac tribute band Rumours ATL brings timeless classics like “Rhiannon” and “Go Your Own Way” to Victory North.
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🤼 MicroMania Wrestling at Coastal Empire Beer Co.

Sunday, September 7 | 4 p.m. | Coastal Empire Beer Co.
High-energy pro wrestling show featuring micro athletes with big moves and comedy for all ages.
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Game Day
Outdoor & Recreation

🇺🇸 Patriot Day 5K Run

Saturday, September 6 | 6 a.m. | Forsyth Park
Annual 5K run honoring 9/11 first responders and heroes, with staggered start times for runners, walkers, and formations.
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Coastal Kings FC vs Mint Hill FC

Saturday, September 6 | 3 p.m. | Specialty Sports Stadium
Savannah’s UPSL team, Coastal Kings FC, kicks off its inaugural home season with a match against Mint Hill FC.
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Education & Workshops

🧹 Broom Making with Julia Jarrett

Saturday, September 6 | 2–4 p.m. | Historic Kennedy Pharmacy
Hands-on workshop where participants learn broom making with natural materials, led by local artisan Julia Jarrett.
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Business & Networking
NEW OPENINGS

🥞 Café Crepes Square Grand Opening

Tuesday, September 2 | 11 a.m. | 1504 Bull St
Celebrate the opening of Café Crepes Square’s new Savannah location with fresh crepes, coffee, and community fun.
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🖼️ Grand Opening of Alpha Mare Gallery

Saturday, September 6 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | City Market
New gallery opens in City Market with artwork by local artists, snacks, drinks, and a scavenger hunt for guests.
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💇 Boho Hair & Color Salon Grand Opening

Saturday, September 6 | 1:30 p.m. | 1102 Bradley Blvd, Unit A
Celebrate the opening of Boho Hair & Color Salon with cocktails, appetizers, raffles, and giveaways.
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WORDLE
Take on our Wordle challenge, inspired by either something from today’s newsletter, something Savannah related, or sometimes something completely random.