If you’re planning to visit Savannah in March, you’re making a good choice. It’s one of the most popular months of the year! That’s because it’s when the azaleas bloom and when the city hosts its biggest annual celebration — our popular St. Patrick’s Day Parade!
There are plenty of other events happening throughout the month, too, and I’ve listed many of them below.
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Savannah Weather in March
This month offers some of the best weather we see in Savannah all year! It’s hard to beat average highs in the low 70s and lows around 50 degrees.
It’s also a fairly dry month, since we only get about 8 days with any measurable rainfall.
Overall, Savannah’s weather during March is almost a reason to visit in itself — especially if you time your visit to coincide with the azaleas blooming.
Here are my favorite photos of spring in Savannah in case you need inspiration for your trip!
Related Reading: Savannah’s Weather by Month
The Top Events in March
The busiest events in March are the St. Patrick’s Day Parade (hundreds of thousands of people attend) and the Greening of the Fountain. Flannery O’Connor’s birthday celebration should be well attended, too, since it would’ve been the author’s 100th.
I’ve arranged all of the events below by date to help you find them quickly. St. Patrick’s events are marked with a four-leaf clover (🍀).
Weekend of Mar 01 to 02, 2025
Forsyth Farmers Market
March 1, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Forsyth Park (south end)
Cost: Free
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Savannah Slithering Lantern Parade 🍀
March 1, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Address: Lincoln St & 41st St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Front Porch Improv Comedy Show
March 1, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Establishment: Front Porch Improv
Address: 210 W Victory Dr, Savannah 31401
Cost: $20+
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Week of March 03 through weekend of Mar 07 to 09, 2025
First Fridays in Starland
March 5, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Address: Bull Street
Cost: Free
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Greening of the Fountain 🍀
March 7, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Forsyth Park Fountain
Address: 1 W Gaston St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Savannah Antiques & Architecture Weekend
March 7 – 9, 2025 – confirmed
Time: Various Location
Location: Historic District
Establishment: Green Meldrim House (gala)
Address: TBA
Cost: $25+
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Front Porch Improv Comedy Show
March 7 & 8, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Establishment: Front Porch Improv
Address: 210 W Victory Dr, Savannah 31401
Cost: $20+
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Forsyth Farmers’ Market
March 8, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Forsyth Park (south end)
Cost: Free
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Estuary Explorations
March 8, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Skidaway Island
Establishment: UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium
Address: 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah, GA 31411
Cost: $30
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Free Guided Tour of Bonaventure Cemetery
March 8 – 9, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Bonaventure Cemetery
Address: 330 Bonaventure Rd, Thunderbolt, GA 31404
Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
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Celtic Cross Mass & Ceremony 🍀
March 9, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 11:30 a.m. (mass) | 1:00 (ceremony)
Location: Historic District
Establishment: Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
Address: 222 E Harris St, Savannah, GA 31401
Cost: Free
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Week of March 10 through weekend of Mar 14 to 16, 2025
Wurlitzer Wednesdays at Lucas Theatre
March 12, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m
Location: Historic District
Establishment: Lucas Theatre for the Arts
Address: 32 Abercorn St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Sergeant Jasper Green Ceremony 🍀
March 14, 2025 – not yet confirmed
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Historic District | Madison Square
Address: Bull St and W Harris St
Cost: Free
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Front Porch Improv Comedy Show
March 14 & 15, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Establishment: Front Porch Improv
Address: 210 W Victory Dr, Savannah 31401
Cost: $20+
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Forsyth Farmers’ Market
March 15, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Forsyth Park (south end)
Address: 1 W Gaston St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Sgt. William Jasper Parade & Ceremony 🍀
March 16, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Location: Historic District
Address: Madison Square (parade start) Johnson Square (ceremony)
Cost: Free
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NOTE: State law grants one Sunday per year for alcohol sales, so this year City Council voted Sunday, March 16th, as that day.
Week of March 17 through weekend of Mar 21 to 23, 2025
St. Patrick’s Day Mass 🍀
March 17, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Location: Historic District
Establishment: Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
Cost: Free
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade 🍀
March 17, 2025 – confirmed
Time: Starts at 10:15 a.m.
Location: Historic District
Address: Starts at Gwinnett St & Abercorn St
Cost: Free
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Wurlitzer Wednesdays at Lucas Theatre
March 19, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m
Location: Historic District
Establishment: Lucas Theatre for the Arts
Address: 32 Abercorn St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Flannery O’Connor’s 100th Birthday Celebration
March 21 – 23, 2025 – confirmed
Time: varies
Location: Historic District
Establishment: Flannery O’Connor House
Address: 207 E Charlton St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Forsyth Farmers’ Market
March 22, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Forsyth Park (south end)
Address: 1 W Gaston St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Phil the Neighborhoods (Free Concert)
March 22, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Historic District
Address: Chippewa Square
Cost: Free
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Rascal Flatts (Concert)
March 22, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Establishment: Enmarket Arena
Address: 620 Stiles Avenue, Savannah 31415
Cost: $82 and up
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Front Porch Improv Comedy Show
March 22, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Establishment: Front Porch Improv
Address: 210 W Victory Dr, Savannah 31401
Cost: $24+
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Week of March 24 through weekend of Mar 28 to 31, 2025
Wurlitzer Wednesdays at Lucas Theatre
March 12, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m
Location: Historic District
Establishment: Lucas Theatre for the Arts
Address: 32 Abercorn St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Savannah Music Festival
March 27 – April 12, 2025 – confirmed
Time: Varies daily
Location: Multiple locations
Address: Varies daily
Cost: Sold per event or $1800 for a full event pass
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Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners Concert
March 28, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Historic District
Establishment: Johnny Mercer Theatre
Address: 301 W Oglethorpe, Savannah 31401
Cost: From $75
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Front Porch Improv Comedy Show
March 28 & 29, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Establishment: Front Porch Improv
Address: 210 W Victory Dr, Savannah 31401
Cost: $24+
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Forsyth Farmers’ Market
March 29, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Forsyth Park (south end)
Address: 1 W Gaston St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Trey Anastasio Concert
March 29, 2025 – confirmed
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Historic District
Establishment: Johnny Mercer Theatre
Address: 301 W Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah 31401
Cost: From $92
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If you’re planning a trip during a different month, here’s where to find the events happening then:
Finally, here’s the list of major annual events. These events are so popular that they tend to affect accommodations and/or restaurant availability.
If you’re visiting Savannah in March and have questions, drop them in the comments below!
Erin authored the Savannah First-Timer's Guide and loves helping first-time visitors plan their trips. She lives in the artsy Starland District and enjoys exploring Savannah's hidden gems, as well as the surrounding Lowcountry.
Traveling march 20 leaving 22 nd for Hilton head. What should we do?
What should you do in Hilton Head? That depends a lot on your interests. The water will be too cold for swimming then (in my opinion), but it’s usually a nice time of year to go for walks along the beach or relax in a chair while reading a book or watching the world go by. Here’s a post about Hilton Head that has a section with about 15 things to do: https://savannahfirsttimer.com/hilton-head-island/