Arts & Entertainment

Get excited and join us for Savannah’s most diverse networking event series, Sips at the Station, as we spotlight a rotation of nonprofits each month. Hosted by Ardsley Station, Savannah Master Calendar, and Simply Savannah Marketing, admission is a $10 donation and includes a complimentary beverage from Ardsley Station’s special bar menu and an assortment of unique, off-menu, hors d’oeuvres, all while enjoying live music. Raffle tickets are also available for purchase, and 100% of proceeds from admission and raffle sales go to the month’s chosen nonprofit.

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We are excited to announce September 17th’s event will benefit Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia, as part of Hunger Action Month. Second Harvest serves as the food safety net for those who are at-risk for hunger throughout Coastal Georgia, with more than 44 million people in the United States who struggle with food insecurity, 1.4 million in the state of Georgia, and 131,820 right here in Coastal Georgia.

Established in 1981 in Savannah Georgia, America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia is a locally inspired, volunteer-driven nonprofit food bank and community partnering organization. They work diligently to feed tens of thousands of children, senior citizens, low-income families, and people with disabilities who face hunger by distributing nutritious food to non-profit agencies and partners. Programs include Brown Bag for the Elderly, Kids Cafe, Mobile Food Pantry, and our Partner Marketplace. These programs are designed to provide hunger relief to those most vulnerable. Partnerships with 237 faith-based and non-profit agencies provide emergency food assistance across Coastal Georgia.

January – Heads-Up Guidance Services
February – Coastal Pet Rescue
March – Make-A-Wish
April – Gilliard & Company
May – Alzheimer’s Association’s Dancing Stars
June – Heroes for Hallie Grace
July – Step Up Savannah
August – Loop It Up
September – Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia
October – TBD
November – TBD

Thank you also to our longtime sponsors and supporters – Creature Comforts Brewing, Tito’s Vodka, and Woodinville Whiskey, as well as all of those who have continued to make this event such a success!

Highlights include 2024 GRAMMY Jazz Vocalist of the Year, Nicole Zuraitis, 4-time World Series Champion Bernie Williams, New Orleans legend Doreen Ketchens, and vocal sensation John Dokes with the Savannah Jazz Orchestra.

Latin Dance Night and Blues Night are ticketed, and 15 other shows are FREE!

Come to the Savannah Convention Center for three exciting days of ink, artistry, self-expression, and entertainment. Hundreds of artists will be there, from across the country and some from around the world, and they represent all different styles of tattooing in their work. Some of our artists may even have familiar names, like Big Jaz (Ink Master season 12), Trocon Talhouk (VH1), or Anwon Boneface Johnson (Ink Master seasons 8, 9, & Grudge Match.) Attendees can show off their new or existing ink in our tattoo competitions, or shop amongst the many vendors for everything from clothing to jewelry to art pieces and more. There are also a variety of entertainers who perform throughout the weekend! This show has something for everyone, whether they have tattoos already, or still need to get their first one. So, why wait? Join the fun and get some ink this weekend at the Third Annual Savannah Tattoo Arts Festival!

Event Hours by Day:
Friday 20th 2pm-11pm
Saturday 21st 11am-11pm
Sunday 22nd 11am-8pm

Annie Dukes, The Maxines, Ember City and Outlaw Gypsy perform at the 3rd Annual Howls of the Sirens.

Join MarineMax Savannah on the docks for our Fall In-Water Boat Show! Explore an exceptional lineup of premium brands, including Aviara, Boston Whaler, Scout, Sea Ray, and Yamaha. This is your chance to take advantage of exclusive boat show pricing, plus manufacturer rebates. Don’t miss out—schedule your private tour today with one of our expert sales consultants and discover the perfect boat for your next adventure!

Join us as we kick off the exhilarating Hispanic Heritage Parade and Festival, a grand celebration that launches the US National Hispanic Heritage Month! From September 15 THROUGH 15 October, we honor the remarkable contributions and vibrant culture of the Hispanic community, and our event serves as the perfect starting point for this month-long extravaganza.

Immerse yourself in the festivities and experience the essence of Hispanic heritage. Our dazzling parade, bursting with color and energy, ignites the spirit of celebration. It sets the stage for an unforgettable festival where we pay homage to the rich tapestry of Hispanic culture.

As we gather to commemorate this significant month, we invite you to indulge in a sensory journey that showcases the best of Latin American flavors, rhythms, and traditions. Savor the authentic cuisine, crafted with love and steeped in centuries-old traditions. Let your taste buds dance to the lively beats of salsa, bachata, and cumbia, as talented musicians and dancers transport you to the heart of Latin America. Please note that since it is a family environment, the festival will not serve alcoholic beverages.

Be part of the movement that promotes diversity, unity, and cultural exchange. Join us as we embark on this thrilling journey, celebrating the US National Hispanic Heritage Month with a grand parade, a festival filled with delightful activities, captivating performances, and a genuine sense of community.

Save the date and rally your loved ones to join us on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the corners of Montgomery and Broughton Street in Downtown Historical Savannah to commence the US National Hispanic Heritage Month with an explosion of colors, flavors, and traditions. Let’s come together to honor the Hispanic community of Coastal Georgia and revel in the beauty of our shared heritage at the Hispanic Heritage Parade and Festival in Savannah!

Join us on October 4th as we kick off our thirtieth year of partnering with the Breast Cancer Reasearch Foundation for Tanger PINK. This fundraising campaign occurs every October and helps give shoppers an opportunity to give back during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. At our kickoff, we will have plenty of pink treats, talks from local medical professionals, giveaways, and the pinking of our fountain!

Please join the community on October 7th at 5:30 pm as we come together to show solidarity and community strength. The event will feature messages of hope, personal reflections, a performance by the Savannah Philharmonic, prayers for peace and honoring the lives lost and those still captive. Dr. Ronen Hoffman is an Israeli academic, politician and diplomat and will serve as our speaker.

About Dr. Hoffman:
Hoffman was born into a farming family in Afula and studied political science at Tel-Aviv University. He worked as information officer at the Israeli consulate in Atlanta and as a personal aide to Yitzhak Rabin during the 1992 elections. He was a member and the coordinator of the Israeli delegation to the peace talks with Syria from 1992 to 1994 under Prime Minister Rabin, and in 2000 under Prime Minister Barak. In 1997 Hoffman co-founded the International Institute for Counter Terrorism at the Reichman University and served as its first CEO.
In 1999 he completed his doctorate at the Department of War Studies at Kings College London. He then worked for many years as a lecturer at the Reichman University, focusing on Foreign Affairs, Diplomacy and Political Psychology.
In 2012 Hoffman joined the new Yesh Atid party and became a member of the 19th Knesset, a member of the Defense and Foreign Affairs Committee and as the Chairman of the Sub-committee on Foreign Policy and Public Diplomacy.
Most recently, Dr. Hoffman was the Ambassador of Israel to Canada from 2021 to 2023.
Savannah Philharmonic:
Sinisa Ciric, violin 1
Thiago Formiga, violin 2
Ricardo Ochoa, Viola
Hyeok Kwon, cello
Assaf Gleizner, Piano

Faith Equestrian Therapeutic Center invites you to our fall fundraiser at the Savannah Bottle Works this October!
Roastin’ on the Coast is the center’s premiere fundraiser of the season, offering food, drinks, and, of course, a coastal favorite—oysters! There will also be a raffle, silent auction, and live auction items. More details and ticket sales coming soon!
Faith is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that helps individuals with special needs and disabilities through the healing power of the horse by offering both therapeutic/ adaptive riding and equine assisted groundwork sessions.

Join us for Skidaway Marine Science Day, a can’t-miss event for all ages, on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a. m. to 3 p.m. on the UGA Skidaway Marine Science campus, located on the north end of the island. The campus-wide open house will be presented by UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant, UGA Skidaway Institute of Oceanography and Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary.

As part of Skidaway Marine Science Day, the UGA Aquarium will be open to visitors with no admission fee. Aquarium educators will offer an afternoon full of activities, including a hands-on reptile exhibit, behind-the-scenes peeks of the aquarium and lab studies on the dock behind the facility.

Visitors will also be able to explore the aquarium’s newest exhibit, an immersive, 3D display focused on living shorelines, which are created using natural materials like oysters and plants to help stabilize shorelines. Learn about the environmental benefits of living shorelines and the variety of animals they attract.

Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant’s Shellfish Research Lab will provide hands-on activities and educational information about sustainable aquaculture and oyster restoration!

Environmental organizations and coastal resources will present a variety of exhibits and hands-on activities for people of all ages on the bluff adjacent to the aquarium. The Jay Wolf Nature Trail will be open for hiking and nature observation.

All activities at Skidaway Marine Science Day are free! Don’t miss out on this exciting event celebrating Georgia’s unique coastal environment! Food will be available for purchase.

Questions? Contact Cindy Lingebach at calingeb@uga.edu

Join in on an all you can drink festival offering some of the best craft beer, bourbon, spirits, and BBQ in the area.

Get excited and join us for Savannah’s most diverse networking event series, Sips at the Station, as we spotlight a rotation of nonprofits each month. Hosted by Ardsley Station, Savannah Master Calendar, and Simply Savannah Marketing, admission is a $10 donation and includes a complimentary beverage from Ardsley Station’s special bar menu and an assortment of unique, off-menu, hors d’oeuvres, all while enjoying live music. Raffle tickets are also available for purchase, and 100% of proceeds from admission and raffle sales go to the month’s chosen nonprofit.

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We are excited to announce September 17th’s event will benefit Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia, as part of Hunger Action Month. Second Harvest serves as the food safety net for those who are at-risk for hunger throughout Coastal Georgia, with more than 44 million people in the United States who struggle with food insecurity, 1.4 million in the state of Georgia, and 131,820 right here in Coastal Georgia.

Established in 1981 in Savannah Georgia, America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia is a locally inspired, volunteer-driven nonprofit food bank and community partnering organization. They work diligently to feed tens of thousands of children, senior citizens, low-income families, and people with disabilities who face hunger by distributing nutritious food to non-profit agencies and partners. Programs include Brown Bag for the Elderly, Kids Cafe, Mobile Food Pantry, and our Partner Marketplace. These programs are designed to provide hunger relief to those most vulnerable. Partnerships with 237 faith-based and non-profit agencies provide emergency food assistance across Coastal Georgia.

January – Heads-Up Guidance Services
February – Coastal Pet Rescue
March – Make-A-Wish
April – Gilliard & Company
May – Alzheimer’s Association’s Dancing Stars
June – Heroes for Hallie Grace
July – Step Up Savannah
August – Loop It Up
September – Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia
October – TBD
November – TBD

Thank you also to our longtime sponsors and supporters – Creature Comforts Brewing, Tito’s Vodka, and Woodinville Whiskey, as well as all of those who have continued to make this event such a success!