Good morning, Savannah! Somehow it’s the end of September already. Before we flip the calendar, here’s what’s going on around town this week.
In today’s newsletter:
And much more… let’s dive in!
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A big addition is coming to Savannah’s riverfront skyline. A 444 room Signia by Hilton hotel is officially planned for Hutchinson Island, right next to the Savannah Convention Center. Groundbreaking is scheduled for October 8, and construction is expected to run through summer 2028.
🌅 Savannah Sunset Market
Thursday, October 2 | 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, October 4 | 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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🎸 Molly Tuttle w/ guests Joshua Ray Walker and Cecilia Castleman
Tuesday, September 30 | 8 p.m. | Victory North
Grammy-winning guitarist Molly Tuttle brings her Highway Knows Tour with special guests Joshua Ray Walker and Cecilia Castleman.
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🎬 Postcards from the Movies: Clueless
Saturday, October 4 | 7 p.m. | Trustees Theater
30th anniversary screening of Clueless with costume designer Mona May for Q&A, signing, and book discussion.
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🍺 Oktoberfest at Plant Riverside
September 26 – October 18 | Plant Riverside District
Bavarian fun on the riverfront with live music, stein-holding contests, pretzel tosses, and the popular Wiener Dog Races at Plant Riverside.
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🐾 Fun Run 5K for Wag-O-Ween
Saturday, October 4 | 8 a.m.–12 p.m. | Howe 2 Run
Kick off Wag-O-Ween with a 5K or 1-mile fun run, costumes encouraged, followed by a free community paw-ty.
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🚗 Cars & Coffee at Nine Line HQ
Sunday, October 5 | 9–12 p.m. | 450 Fort Argyle Rd
Catch cool cars and hot (or iced) coffee at this casual Sunday morning meetup.
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📚 Banned Book Fair
Sunday, October 5 | 11 a.m.–6 p.m. | The Stacks Bookstore
Explore banned books, censorship resources, and learn about current challenges during Banned Books Week.
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🇬🇷 Savannah Greek Festival
Thursday–Saturday, October 9–11 | 14 W Anderson St
Three days of homemade Greek food, music, dancing, and culture at Savannah’s long-running annual festival.
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🏴☠️ Tybee Island Pirate Fest
Thursday–Sunday, October 9–12 | Tybrisa St, Tybee Island
Annual island tradition with a pirate parade, live music, kids’ activities, and costumed fun for the whole family.
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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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