Throughout her storied career, actress Glenn Close has collaborated closely with costume designers to help bring the characters she embodies to life. Inspired by the creativity and craftsmanship she saw in her film and theater productions, she began collecting and preserving costumes and accessories from her projects after her first movie, The World According to Garp (1982). In 2017, she donated her over 800-piece collection to the Elizabeth Sage Historic Costume Collection in the School of Art, Architecture Design at Indiana University.

First presented at the Eskenazi Museum of Art at Indiana University in 2020, The Art of the Character: Highlights from the Glenn Close Costume Collection will offer visitors a unique opportunity to thoroughly explore the careful consideration and exacting details that teams of designers, drapers, and other craftspeople created in over 50 ensembles and numerous examples of jewelry, shoes, and other accessories. It will feature the work of award-winning costume designers, including Anthony Powell (1935–2021), Ann Roth (b. 1949), James Acheson (b. 1946), and Alexandra Byrne (b. 1962), and costumers like Barbara Matera Ltd (active 1968–2001), from 14 of Close’s best-loved movies.

This exhibition is organized by Telfair Museums in partnership with the Elizabeth Sage Historic Costume Collection at the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture, and Design of Indiana University.

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Gather your friends and family in a cozy winter yurt, complete with fur blankets and warm drinks, all while surrounded by twinkling lights. Each yurt accommodates up to 6 guests for 1 hour & 45 minutes of seasonal delights. Don’t miss out—reservations are encouraged!

This holiday season, the city’s most enchanting rooftop along the Savannah River comes alive with festive spirit. Up on the Rooftop at Myrtle & Rose transforms Savannah’s favorite rooftop bar into a traditional glittering skyline Christmas escape — where a traditional holiday atmosphere meets river and city views and every moment feels merry and bright.

Sip on handcrafted seasonal cocktails surrounded by twinkling lights, Christmas decor, and cozy fire features. The rooftop comes alive with the magic of the season — elevated, whimsical, and unmistakably Myrtle & Rose.
Whether you’re toasting under the stars or gathering your favorite elves for a night out, Up on the Rooftop is the holiday celebration that sits beautifully above it all.

Savannah Christmas Market at Plant Riverside District

Experience the magic of the holidays at the Savannah Christmas Market at Plant Riverside District, voted one of the Best Holiday Markets in the U.S. by USA Today! From November 20 through December 31, 2025, the riverfront comes alive with festive lights, family fun, and the spirit of the season.

Explore 50 booths featuring 37 local and regional vendors, offering everything from handcrafted gifts and holiday décor to artisanal treats and unique finds—perfect for everyone on your shopping list. Savor festive food and beverage options, from warm hot chocolate to seasonal bites like Belgian waffles, while enjoying live entertainment, holiday performances, and children’s activities throughout the market.

Capture the magic with photos with Santa, stroll through the sparkling Festival of Trees, and marvel at the Gingerbread House Unveiling —a beloved Savannah holiday tradition.

With over 250,000 annual visitors, the Savannah Christmas Market has become a must-visit holiday destination. Bring your friends and family and celebrate the season with good tidings, holiday cheer, and unforgettable memories at Plant Riverside District.

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The Davenport House Museum, an award-winning house museum in Savannah, Ga. that is owned and operated by Historic Savannah Foundation, is pleased to offer festive, holiday-themed Yuletide Tours from Tues., Nov. 18 through Sat., Jan. 3, 2026, exploring 19th-century holiday traditions at one of Georgia’s most historic sites. Guided Yuletide Tours at the Davenport House are available Monday through Friday between 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Self-guided Yuletide Tours are available on Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Attendees are warmly invited to enjoy this seasonal opportunity to step into the ornate world of the Davenports during the holidays, complete with historically accurate décor and an illuminating examination of Savannah’s holiday traditions in the 1800s. All guided tours during this period will include a special holiday interpretation of the Davenport House.

Tickets for the Davenport House Museum’s Yuletide Tours are $15 for adults, $12 for students ages 18-21, $10 for children ages 6-17 and free for children under 6. Tickets are currently available online at davenporthousemuseum.org.

Savannah’s coziest winter escape is coming back. The Chalet — our ski-lodge-inspired holiday bar — returns for its second season, bringing alpine vibes, festive cocktails, and that warm-and-glowy après-ski energy to the heart of Shuk.

From November 28th through January 4th, 2026, we’ll be serving a lineup of holiday-themed drinks Thursday through Sunday from 6-10 P.M. in our atrium bar turned winter wonderland!

Bundle up, step inside, and let The Chalet take you somewhere snowy!

Join Acclaimed Author and Historian Rita Fuller-Yates for an amazing Black History Tour of Savannah! Tours feature 25 sites and stories accompanied by Videos, Photos, props and great music to support your journey! Voted “Best Black History Tour in Savannah”! book your tour at SavannahBlackHistoryTours.com

Come out and kick it with us Friday, December 5th and celebrate allllllllll the local businesses in our neighborhood. This is an extra special First Friday because we’re releasing our new Pickle Tini, a pickle martini collab with Titty Bats! Swing my SMOL bar to be the first to try it! Float and Crispi will also be having pickle-themed specials all day (float ’til 3pm)!

Everyone has something going on, but until 9pm we’ll have extra outdoor seating, local vendors, new beer releases, Crispi foodz, cocktails in Smol, frozen slushies, and Float Coffee. It’s always a blast, the vibes are ALWAYS *chef’s kiss*

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Greg’s Famous Hot Sauce
Retro Fortune
Emma Leigh Art Studio
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The Tree Lighting will be an evening of community spirit and free family fun. Attendees can expect to enjoy a children’s train ride, community vendors, bounce houses, holiday treats, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, where children can share their Christmas wishes and hand deliver their letters.

THE NAUGHTY LIST
Back and better than ever, The Naughty List returns to The Vinyl Room for six festive weeks of cheeky holiday fun. The Naughty List is not your typical Christmas pop-up: this adults-only experience completely transforms The Vinyl Room into a sultry speakeasy with a spicy holiday twist. You’re on our list: for a taste of the not-so-nice festivities, add The Naughty List at The Vinyl Room Savannah to your holiday plans today.

But this year, there’s another side to the story.

THE NICE LIST
Up on the rooftop, The Nice List is making its sparkling debut at Pendant Terrace & Bar.The golden child to The Naughty List’s wild side, The Nice List brings a brighter, more playful spirit of the season to Pendant Terrace & Bar. This rooftop pop-up is designed for all ages with festive décor, twinkling lights, and cozy touches that make it the perfect place to gather. Bring family and friends to soak in the views, share sweet treats, and celebrate the magic of the season together.

This year’s installation leans into vintage Christmas charm: think classic holiday films playing overhead, timeless décor pieces that feel lovingly collected, and a few nostalgic surprises. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and meant to feel like the holidays always should feel: familiar, joyful, and just the right amount of sentimental.

To keep things comfortable no matter the weather, we’ve added plenty of heaters and soft blankets, making it easy to settle in and stay awhile. The menu highlights cozy dishes designed for sharing.

THE EXPERIENCE
For those who find themselves somewhere between sweet and scandalous, we present The Nice & Naughty Experience.

This self-guided evening moves you through both of our holiday pop-ups: The Nice List above, The Naughty List below. Santa, to put it gently, enjoyed Mrs. Claus’s eggnog a bit too enthusiastically this year. A few tasks were abandoned mid-festivity, and now he’s calling in reinforcements.

As you move between the two spaces, you’ll take part in a series of lighthearted challenges meant to help set Santa back on track. You’ll enjoy three curated cocktails along the way, uncover clues, trade theories, solve simple puzzles and trivia, and even take a cheeky holiday mugshot to commemorate the particular flavor of mischief that brought you here.

It’s an evening that lets you enjoy both sides of the coin, because most of us don’t fit neatly on one list or the other. And truly? That’s half the fun.

Get ready to kick off the holidays in true Savannah style! Celebrate the Season brings lights, laughter, music and community to historic City Market for a month of holiday magic in the heart of Savannah. Enjoy festive shopping, live entertainment and heartwarming traditions from a glowing candle-lit procession and tree lighting to a joyful pet parade and costume contest the first weekend in December. Also, bring your family, friends and holiday spirit each weekend in December for holiday cheer. All events are free and open to the public.

Friday, December 5, 6-8 p.m.

Start your weekend with a magical evening in City Market on Friday, Dec. 5! Meet in front of Wexford’s at 6:15 p.m. for a candle-lit procession with caroling that leads to the City Market Tree Lighting Ceremony with music by Kimberly Gunn. Afterwards, explore City Market for special shopping deals, music & live demos in the Art Center and pictures with Father Christmas. There will even be a Santa Duck Hunt for festive prizes if you find one hidden in City Market! It’s the perfect way to welcome the holiday season- Savannah-style.

Saturday, December 6, 1-3 p.m.

The celebration continues with an afternoon full of holiday fun on Saturday, Dec. 6. Sing along at open-mic Christmas karaoke in the courtyard, shop local in retail stores and artist tents for one-of-a-kind gifts, stop by the kids zone for holiday activities, and don’t miss the Pet Parade & Costume Contest featuring our city’s cutest and most creative four-legged friends decked out in their best holiday attire. (Meet in front of Woof Gang Bakery at 2:15 p.m. to enter the parade and costume contest). Father Christmas will make a special appearance for photos too!

Saturday, December 13 & 20, 1-3 p.m.

Don’t miss your chance to meet Father Christmas for a merry photo at Saturdays with Santa! Come down to City Market on Saturday Dec. 13 and Dec. 20 from 1-3 p.m. to shop small businesses, browse local art, enjoy seasonal food menus and specialty cocktails, and listen to live music in the courtyard.

The Saturday Pasta Studio. With so many beautiful pasta shapes, like garganelli, agnolotti, farfalle, and pappardelle, it can be hard to know where to begin. This hands-on class is the perfect introduction to the art of handmade pasta. Learn traditional techniques for shaping dough from scratch and discover how to pair each pasta with sauces that complement their unique textures and forms.

Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this workshop brings the joy of Italian pasta-making to life.

Join the Hilton Head Choral Society at their “Celebrate the Holidays” concert on Friday, December 5 at 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 540 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC. The community is invited for an enchanting evening together cherished seasonal traditions and beloved contemporary holiday classics. The Hilton Head Choral Society voices will fill the air with warmth, joy, and the unmistakable magic of the season. In celebration of our founding in 1975, the program will feature selections from Handel’s Messiah. Come and experience the unifying spirit of music during the most wonderful time of the year. Tickets are available at www.hiltonheadchoralsociety.org. For more information or for assistance placing your ticket order, call 843-341-3818 or email tickets@hiltonheadchoralsociety.org.

North America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing in Savannah, GA! Solve a hilarious true crime murder mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults.

Each ticket includes our signature award-winning mystery dinner theatre show, along with a full plated dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of surprises during the show.

Happens on the following Dates:
Dec 5, 2025, 7:00pm to 10:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Dec 20, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Join us for an evening of acoustic music. Tonight’s performance features two sessions by modern folk duo Miles and Mafale. Catherine Miles and Jay Mafale deliver plainspoken poetry, clever humor, and unique perspectives with theatrical flair. Catherine and Jay’s candid and playful style has earned them acclaim in venerable listening rooms and festivals nationwide.$15 ($10 members) donation at door.
First Friday for Folk Music offers a fantastic music listening experience: live acoustic music by local and traveling artists, low admission fee, alcohol free, non-smoking, secular event, and a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Catherine Miles and Jay Mafale — husband and wife, co-conspirators, storytellers. They are modern folk with a sprinkling of pop-catchiness and theatrical flair. Catherine’s voice is an expressive powerhouse. Jay’s guitar is distinctive and unconventional. Candid and playful onstage, they are known for the plainspoken poetry, clever humor, and unique perspectives of their songs which seek to shift points of view through themes of perseverance and hope. And yes, sometimes they throw in a villain just for fun. Miles & Mafale’s songwriting has earned them acclaim in venerable listening rooms and festivals nationwide, and recognition as Most Wanted Emerging Artists at Falcon Ridge Folk Festival and three-time Kerrville New Folk finalists. The duo’s latest release, Be Brave, is “Beautifully made. An articulate page-turner of an album that feels like a short story collection in 10 songs.” Marilyn Rea Beyer, WFMT Chicago – The Midnight Special.

Join us for the first performance inside SCT’s new home, the castle on Mall Boulevard! Reserve your tickets early – don’t get caught saying “bah, humbug!”

Come join us for Santa’s Workshop: AFTER DARK! – a festive evening of dazzling burlesque performers with the rhythm of a live drummer!

Doors: 8:00 PM
Show: 8:30 PM

Alcohol & Light Bites available for purchase!

Tickets are extremely limited for this intimate affair– and it will be a sexy festive night you won’t forget!

Santa’s Workshop: AFTER DARK

Step into a world of glitter, glamour, and a touch of holiday mischief as Santa’s Workshop: After Dark transforms The Sentient Bean into Savannah’s most festive and tantalizing winter wonderland!

This one-night-only burlesque spectacle brings the heat to the holidays with sultry striptease, cheeky charm, and seasonal sparkle. Experience the magic of the most classic Christmas burlesque tunes performed with a live drummer, giving your favorite holiday melodies an irresistible, pulse-pounding rhythm.

Featuring a dazzling cast of performers ready to unwrap their finest acts:

🎁Nomi Foxxx

🎁Aileen Stunning

🎁Leauxla Divine

🎁Nova Vella

🎁Magnolia Minxxx

🎁Corbin Monoxide

Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, this show is your invitation to sip, savor, and celebrate the season with Savannah’s sexiest burlesque Show!

Sparkle, shimmy, and a dash of spice—Santa’s Workshop: After Dark is the gift you didn’t know you needed.

A Nomi Foxxx Presents Production!

📍 The Sentient Bean – Savannah, GA🎄 A holiday burlesque event you’ll never forget