Good morning, Savannah! The first weekend of October is here, but so is a lot of rain in the forecast. A few events could be impacted, so keep an eye on the radar. Here’s what’s happening.
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And much more… let’s dive in!
Barbecue has its place in Savannah’s food culture, with a handful of spots that truly stand out. From smoky brisket to tender ribs, locals know good BBQ when they taste it — and after plenty of plates, pulled pork sandwiches, and a few rib bones too many, here’s our honest rankings of where to find the best BBQ in town right now.
🎣 Whiskers and Bobbers
Saturday, October 4 | 7–10 a.m. | Hunter Army Airfield
Free kids’ fishing event with poles, bait, and cleaning station provided while supplies last.
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🎨 October First Friday at ARTS Southeast
Friday, October 3 | 5–9 p.m. | ARTS Southeast
Street fair, open studios, gallery receptions, vendors, and live art at the Sulfur Street Fair.
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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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🎬 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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🐾 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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