Fall Festival Season in Savannah

Savannah really comes alive in the fall! Here are some fun fall festivals and events in and around Savannah, along with what to expect. Oktoberfest Sept. 26th-Oct. 18, Plant Riverside District transforms into a lively Bavarian-style celebration every weekend, complete with Wiener Dog Races, festive games, and live music by The Rhinelanders on the Riverwalk […] The post Fall Festival Season in Savannah appeared first on Savannah, GA | Savannah.com.

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Savannah really comes alive in the fall!

Here are some fun fall festivals and events in and around Savannah, along with what to expect.

Oktoberfest

Sept. 26th-Oct. 18, Plant Riverside District transforms into a lively Bavarian-style celebration every weekend, complete with Wiener Dog Races, festive games, and live music by The Rhinelanders on the Riverwalk Stage. Savor authentic Oktoberfest flavors with Bavarian-inspired food and drink specials, from giant pretzels and bratwursts to seasonal beers. Embrace the spirit of the season — don your lederhosen, dance to traditional tunes, and raise a toast to good times along the Savannah River. With family-friendly fun, spirited competitions, and plenty of Oktoberfest cheer, this is one Savannah tradition you won’t want to miss! For more information, visit the website.

Tybee Island Pirate Festival

Put on your bandana and eye patch proudly as we prepare for an extraordinary weekend! Join us for the annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest from October 9th-12th. This event promises a unique escape from the ordinary, celebrating its 21st year with a full schedule of activities. Get ready for the highly anticipated Buccaneer Ball, a lively parade, an exciting pub crawl, and a Thieves’ Market filled with treasures. Families can enjoy Little Matey’s Cove for the young pirates, along with some new offerings that will surely add to the fun for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for food, live music, entertainment, and plenty of pirate-themed revelry! For more details, visit the website.

SAVANNAH GREEK FESTIVAL

Fall Festival Season in Savannah

Savannah is Yelling “Opa” for its 74th Year! October 9th-11th, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. For more information, visit the website.

BLUES, BREWS, BBQ, & BOURBON

Fall Festival Season in Savannah

October 11th, from noon-4 p.m. at the Park at Eastern Wharf. Enjoy a large festival-style tent featuring numerous beverage suppliers, all providing unlimited samples of their products, including craft beer, whiskey, and possibly other spirits. Experience performances from three local bands on a centrally located stage. We have invited several Texas-style BBQ masters, who will be cooking on-site using offset stick-burning smokers. They are bringing some of the best BBQ in the Southeast from multiple neighboring states just for this event! For more details, visit the website.

20th Annual Wag-O-Ween

Fall Festival Season in Savannah

Wag-O-Ween is a pet-friendly community event that attracts 3000+ yearly participants. Participants – dogs and their humans – dress up and go Trick-or-Treating at participating businesses throughout the Downtown and Starland Districts of Savanah. Oct 25th and 26th, noon-5 p.m. Enjoy Trick-or-Treating, a Photo Contest and Raffles in Pulaski Square & Starland Yard and Wiener Races in Downtown Savannah & Starland District. For more information, visit the website.

The Hostess City Food and Wine Fest

The Hostess City Food and Wine Fest will celebrate the finest offerings of the Coastal Empire’s food and beverage scene. Taking place November 7th and 8th along the picturesque Savannah River at Eastern Wharf, this all-inclusive afternoon promises an unforgettable experience filled with flavor, music, and community in one of the city’s most scenic waterfront locations. Attendees will enjoy unlimited tastings from top chefs, restaurants, and beverage artisans. From fresh coastal cuisine to classic Lowcountry dishes, as well as world-class wines and inventive cocktails, this inaugural event will have something to satisfy every palate. For more information, visit the website.

The Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival

Join Congregation Mickve Israel‘s “The Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival,” taking place on November 9th from 11 am.-4 p.m. For 35 years, the festival has been filling Monterey Square with the delectable aromas, lively sounds, and vibrant spirit of Jewish culture. Enjoy everything from crispy latkes to sizzling shawarma, accompanied by soulful Jewish music. This event is proudly hosted by Congregation Mickve Israel. For more information, visit the website.

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