Monday, May 4

Small Business Week Kick-off

The City of Savannah, Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Business Association, Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce, the Small Business Development Center, Savannah’s Waterfront, StartUp Savannah, Buy Local, Savannah Master Calendar, and the Metropolitan Savannah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce are celebrating the heartbeat of our community, Savannah’s small businesses.

Show your support, meet your neighbors, and make a commitment to Shop Small in Savannah all week long. Because when you shop small, you’re not just making a purchase, you’re investing in the people and places that make Savannah home.

Tuesday, May 5

2026 Savannah Business Summit

The 2026 Savannah Business Summit kicks off with a red-carpet welcome followed by a full day of connection, learning, and inspiration. Dive into sessions on leadership, financial analysis, recruiting and retention, digital marketing, and the habits that fuel resilience — all while building meaningful relationships with community leaders and professionals. At the Summit, success isn’t a solo journey – it’s a collective movement.

This year’s summit features powerful Keynote Sessions alongside a series of dynamic breakout workshops. Participants may choose from focused tracks in Finance, Marketing, or Human Resources, ensuring a tailored learning experience that meets their goals. Throughout the day, enjoy networking opportunities designed to help you build meaningful connections with fellow business owners, other career professionals, community leaders, and industry experts.

Whether you’re building a business or building your career, the Savannah Business Summit offers the strategies and connections that help you grow.

Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Time: 8:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Savannah Convention Center |1 International Dr., Savannah, GA 31421
Registration: Savannah Business Summit Registration

Small Business Week Mixer

Celebrate Small Business Week at Savannah’s largest collaborative networking event. The Small Business Week Mixer brings together entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders for an evening of connection and conversation.

Hosted by the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Business Association, the Hispanic Chamber, and Savannah’s Waterfront, this mixer reflects the strength and diversity of our local business community. Join us for open networking, new connections, and a shared celebration of the small businesses that drive Savannah’s economy.

Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: The Park at Eastern Wharf | 101 Port St., Savannah, GA 31401
Registration: Savannah Business Mixer Registration

Wednesday, May 6

City of Savannah 2026 Mayor’s Small Business Conference

The Mayor’s Small Business Conference (MSBC) is a one‑day signature event hosted by the City of Savannah’s Economic Development Department in partnership with Mayor Van R. Johnson, II. This annual event brings together our community’s best local business leaders, innovative entrepreneurs, and advocates for a full day of informative workshops, presentations and networking — all designed to promote small business sustainability and growth opportunities in Savannah!

The conference also features a Reverse Trade Show, connecting small businesses directly with government agencies, corporations, and organizations seeking local vendors and partners.

MSBC is the signature event of the 2026 Savannah Small Business Week, which runs from May 4th through 8th.

Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.| Reverse trade show 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Location: MLK Civic Center |301 W Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA 31401
Registration: www.savannahga.gov/msbc

Thursday, May 7

City of Savannah Purchasing: Business Opportunity Breakfast

This event, featuring breakfast at 8:30 a.m. and a 9 a.m. presentation, connects local, small, and minority businesses with City procurement opportunities, including networking and insights into upcoming projects.

Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Location: MLK Civic Center |301 W Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA 31401
Registration: www.savannahga.gov/msbc

Start-Up Savannah: GRIT Pitch Event

15 entrepreneurs. 3 minutes each. $5000 total cash prizes.

You don’t want to miss out on the chance to witness these game-changing ideas pitched live on stage! Join Startup Savannah during Small Business Week 2026 on May 7th at The Clyde venue, to see the action for yourself! You’ll even get the chance to vote on the Audience Selection Prize, worth $500.

Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 8:00 pm.
Location: The Clyde Venue | 223 Martin Luther King Blvd., Savannah, GA 31401
More Info: Purchase Tickets | Apply to participate

Friday, May 8

DBA Downtown Clean Up

Join the Savannah Small Business Week Downtown Clean Up Friday May 8 from 8:30 a.m.-10 a.m. by meeting at Chive, 4 West Broughton Street. All equipment will be provided on-site. including gloves, safety vest, and bags. Show your love for our downtown community by cleaning it up together.

Date: Friday, May 8, 2026
Time: 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Location: Meet outside Chive | 4 West Broughton St., Savannah, GA 31401
More Info: Downtown Clean Up

We’re bringing two Music Bingo experiences to District Live in one day, giving you more music, more chances to play, and more reason to stay. Start the afternoon with RNB Bingo from 1–5PM, featuring smooth classics and crowd favorites, then return in the evening for Trap Bingo from 7–11PM, where the energy picks up for a full-on party. Guests can grab tickets to one session or both, making it easy to enjoy the experience your way. Presented by Grown Folk Summer, this event blends great music, friendly competition, and a lively atmosphere all in one place.

Savannah Mix | Every 2nd Monday at Midtown Arthouse

Join us for the Savannah Mix is a relaxed, art-filled business networking evening designed to bring together local entrepreneurs, professionals, creatives, and community.

We’re proud to co-host this gathering alongside Coastal Connect, Outline Design & Staging, and Brandi Huff, REALTOR®.

Enjoy meaningful conversations surrounded by original local artwork, with generous thanks to our partners Radharani’s Desserts for helping us create a welcoming atmosphere.

Good people, great connections, and art on the walls to spark it all.

2nd Mondays
6pm – 7:30pm
2016 E Broad Street

ARTISTS RSVP link here https://forms.gle/ZJMobKNMYutvKNaq5

Spend an unforgettable evening savoring a thoughtfully curated five-course dinner, each course expertly paired with exceptional wines. Set against sweeping views of the Savannah River and complemented by live music, this experience invites you to sip, savor, and celebrate the essence of the Lowcountry.

Begin the evening with a sparkling welcome at 6:00 p.m. Pricing includes all taxes and gratuities.

WINE DINNER MENU
Hors d’œuvres Course: Creamy Goat Cheese Crostini, Pepitas, Grapes, Honey, Thyme
Paired with Laetitia Brut Cuvee

First Course: Spring Pea & Asparagus: Frisée, Shaved Fennel, Quince, Aged Manchego, Marcona Almonds, Herbs, Lardons
Paired with 2024 Freemark Abbey Sauvignon Blanc

Second Course: Pan Roasted Diver Scallops: Cauliflower Tarragon Mousseline, Brioche “Gremolata”, Lobster Foam (Chive Oil)
Paired with 2024 Russian River Valley Chardonnay

Third Course: Wild Mushroom Risotto: Crispy Chicken Skin, Truffles, Cippolini & Garlic Confit, Parmigiano Reggiano
Paired with 2023 STA. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

Dessert Course: Stonestreet Cab Poached Pear, Cardamom Hazelnut Anglaise, Strawberries, Cinnamon, Caramel, Mint
Paired with 2019 Stonestreet Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

FULL WINE LIST
– Brewton-Clifton Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
– Freemark Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
– Hartford Court Russian River Valley Chardonnay
– Laetitia Estate Vineyards Brut Cuvée
– Stonestreet Estate Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

Date: Saturday, May 9
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: River Concourse

Join us every Saturday for Fire & Wine! We offer half priced bottles of wine, fire pits in the courtyard, complimentary marshmallows and s’mores kits available for purchase.
Live music by Joe Nelson & James Pittman. Joe Nelson and James Pittman play roots music of the 1920s thru the 1950s. With guitar, fiddle, banjo and mandolin they breathe life into obscure old-time hillbilly hits as well as classics from the golden age of country music. Expect driving fiddle tunes, lots of harmony singing and selections ranging from the Skillet Lickers to Johnny Cash.

Join us for a spirited screening of the Rocky Horror Picture Show 🎬, hosted by the Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah. We gather in community to enjoy this cult classic and honor its themes of self-expression and acceptance!
Your ticket purchase helps us sustain a welcoming, inclusive space for all—whether you’re a longtime fan or seeing it for the first time. Costumes, curiosity, and open hearts are encouraged 💜.

Doors @ 7 pm, Show starts @ 8pm

Show Ticket : $5 | Deluxe Ticket : $15 | Date Night Package : $25

Gather your loved ones and celebrate Mother’s Day with a festive brunch buffet at Rhett at The Alida, served from 7am to 2pm. Indulge in a vibrant spread of seasonal selections, from hand-carved roast beef and made-to-order omelets to chilled shrimp cocktail, fresh fruit with yogurt and granola, and a build-your-own salad bar, alongside an array of house made pastries and desserts.

Your experience begins with a complimentary mimosa for Mom beginning at 11am, paired with a heartfelt “Letter to Mom.” Create a custom DIY flower bouquet to take home, then end on a sweet note with decadent desserts and chocolate truffles presented with your check.

Adults $55 taxes & gratuity
Kids 12 & under $20 taxes & gratuity

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a brunch that invites you to linger. Hosted in the Grand Ballroom at Hotel Bardo, this festive gathering blends the ease of a buffet-style brunch with the polish of a thoughtfully curated afternoon.

Guests can expect a generous spread of seasonal brunch favorites served buffet-style extending into the courtyard just beyond the Ballroom. The menu will feature chef-led stations, a seasonal grazing table, a dedicated kids’ buffet, a gelato cart, and a dessert table designed for second passes.

Inside, the Grand Ballroom sets the tone for an unhurried celebration, while the bar offers brunch-ready sips and classic pours throughout the event for purchase.

On the front drive, flowers will be available for purchase—an easy way to add a thoughtful gesture for the mothers at the table.

Whether you’re arriving with family, friends, or a mix of both, Mother’s Day at Hotel Bardo is less about rushing through a meal and more about making a day of it, with small moments and the pleasure of being together.

Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable with an elevated brunch celebration at Plant Riverside District. Treat Mom to a spectacular culinary experience featuring a lavish buffet overflowing with award‑winning, chef‑crafted delights designed to wow every palate.

Start the morning with indulgent breakfast favorites and vibrant, garden‑fresh brunch salads. Wander through an impressive antipasto display and a dazzling seafood bar that feels like a celebration all on its own. Our action stations and carving board—showcasing perfectly roasted prime rib and tender turkey breast—bring the excitement of live cooking right to your table.

Savor Southern‑inspired favorites and comforting classics, from Deviled Eggs and Fried Green Tomatoes with Pimento Cheese to Herb‑Roasted Salmon and decadent Three‑Cheese Lasagna. Each dish is thoughtfully created to honor the incredible moms we’re celebrating.

And just when you think it can’t get any better, the grand dessert display steals the show with an irresistible assortment of sweet creations crafted to delight.

And for the perfect finishing touch, treat Mom to $25 Bottomless Mimosas flowing all brunch long. Freshly squeezed citrus, chilled bubbles, and endless refills create the ultimate toast to the woman who deserves the very best. It’s a sparkling celebration filled with flavor, joy, and unforgettable moments.

Raise a glass — or a few — to Mom.