If you’re planning to visit Savannah in September and are looking for something to do, I’ve come up with a list of some of the top events happening this month.
I tried to include a little something for everyone — whether you prefer outdoor activities, museums, nightlife, concerts, or eating your way through the city.
You might also be interested in:
📅 The Top Annual Events in Savannah
➡️ 11 Quirky Things To Do in Savannah
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The Weather, Hurricane Chances, and Flowers Blooming in September
September is hot and humid with a strong chance of hurricanes.
I highly recommend purchasing travel insurance with a “cancel for any reason clause” if you plan on visiting this month.
Expect comfortable temperatures during the morning and evening hours — especially later in the month. However, daytime temps will be hot with “feels like” temps reaching into the 90s.
Not many flowers bloom during September, but you should see plenty of green via the trees, grass, and resurrection fern. Don’t expect to see fall color in Savannah until November!
Related Reading:
➡️ A Helpful Guide to Travel Insurance for Hurricanes
➡️ What to Expect from Savannah’s Weather Month by Month
Top Events During September
The biggest event for the month is the Savannah Jazz Festival. It takes place at various venues throughout the city and draws large crowds. Some of the events are free, while others are paid.
Organizers may change an event’s location, date, or time on short notice, so please double-check the links before heading out! I’m good about keeping this list updated, but sometimes last-minute changes happen.
Week of September 1st to 6th 2026
Savannah Sunset Market
September 3, 2026 | Thursday – confirmed
Time: 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Hutchinson Island
Address: 101 Cay Plaza, Savannah 31421
Cost: Free
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Savannah Vintage Market Pop Up
September 4, 2026 | Friday – not yet confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Venue: In front of Flora and Fauna
Address: 2401 Bull St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Starland First Fridays
September 4, 2026 | Friday –confirmed
Time: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Address: DeSoto Ave, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Front Porch Improv Comedy Show
September 4, 2026 | Friday – confirmed
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Venue: Front Porch Improv
Address: 210 W Victory Dr, Savannah 31401
Cost: $20 and up
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Forsyth Farmers’ Market
September 5, 2026 | Saturday – confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Victorian District
Address: South end of Forsyth Park
Cost: Free
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World Oddities Expo
September 05 – 06, 2026 | Sat & Sun – confirmed
Time: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Hutchinson Island
Venue: Savannah Convention Center
Address: 1 International Drive, Savannah 31421
Cost: $25 – $250
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Soul and Flavor Food Truck Fest
September 5, 2026 | Saturday –not yet confirmed
Time: 12 – 6 p.m.
Location: Eastern Wharf Lawn
Address: 101 Port St St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
2026 Details Coming Soon
Prohibition Cocktail Class
September 5, 2026 | Saturday – confirmed
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Historic District
Venue: Prohibition Museum
Address: 209 W Saint Julian St, Savannah 31401
Cost: $80+ per person (drinks included)
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Week of September 7th to 13th 2026
Sea Dawg Trawl of Wassaw Sound
September 10, 2026 | Thursday – not yet confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Skidaway Island
Venue: UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium
Address: 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah 31411
Cost: $20
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Savannah Sunset Market
September 10, 2026 | Thursday – confirmed
Time: 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Eastern Wharf
Address: The Park at Eastern Wharf
Cost: Free
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Friday Feedings at the Aquarium
September 11, 2026 | Friday – confirmed
Time: 1 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Skidaway Island
Venue: UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium
Address: 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah 31411
Cost: Free
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Front Porch Improv Comedy Show
September 11, 2026 | Friday – confirmed
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Venue: Front Porch Improv
Address: 210 W Victory Dr, Savannah 31401
Cost: $24 and up
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Forsyth Farmers’ Market
September 12, 2026 | Saturday – confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Victorian District
Address: South end of Forsyth Park
Cost: Free
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Free Guided Tours of Bonaventure Cemetery
September 12 & 13, 2026 – confirmed
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Bonaventure Cemetery
Address: 330 Bonaventure Rd, Savannah 31404
Cost: Free, but tickets required
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Prohibition Cocktail Class
September 12, 2026 | Saturday – confirmed
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Historic District
Venue: Prohibition Museum
Address: 209 W Saint Julian St, Savannah 31401
Cost: $80+ per person (drinks included)
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Savannah Philharmonic 2026 Opening Weekend
September 12, 2026 – not yet confirmed
Time: 7:30 p.m
Location: Historic District
Venue: Lucas Theatre for the Arts
Address: 32 Abercorn St, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Week of September 14th to 20th 2026
Savannah Jazz Festival
September 18 – 20, 2026 – confirmed
Time: Various times
Location: Historic District
Address: Various venues
Cost: Free + paid events
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Savannah Sunset Market
September 17, 2026 | Thursday – confirmed
Time: 4:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Hutchinson Island
Address: 101 Cay Plaza, Savannah 31421
Cost: Free
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Friday Feedings at the Aquarium
September 18, 2026 | Friday – confirmed
Time: 1 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Skidaway Island
Venue: UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium
Address: 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah 31411
Cost: Free
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Front Porch Improv Comedy Show
September 18, 2026 | Friday – confirmed
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Venue: Front Porch Improv
Address: 210 W Victory Dr, Savannah, Georgia 31401
Cost: $24 and up
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Forsyth Farmers’ Market
September 19, 2026 | Saturday – confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Victorian District
Address: South end of Forsyth Park
Cost: Free
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Service Brewing Oktoberfest
September 19, 2026 | Saturday – not yet confirmed
Time: 12 – 8: 30 p.m.
Location: Plant Riverside District
Venue: Service Brewing
Address: 574 Indian St, Savannah, Georgia 31401
Cost: Free to attend (food and drinks extra)
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Prohibition Cocktail Class
September 19, 2026 | Saturday – confirmed
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Historic District
Venue: Prohibition Museum
Address: 209 W Saint Julian St, Savannah 31401
Cost: $80+ per person (drinks included)
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Week of September 21st to 30th 2026
Savannah Tattoo Arts Festival
September 25 – 27, 2026 – confirmed
Time: Begins at 2 pm on Friday
Location: Hutchinson Island
Venue: Savannah Convention Center
Address: 1 International Drive, Savannah 31421
Cost: $20 – $40
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Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tours
September 24, 2026 | Thursday – confirmed
Time: 3 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Skidaway Island
Venue: UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium
Address: 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah 31411
Cost: $15
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Savannah Sunset Market
September 24, 2026 | Thursday – confirmed
Time: 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Eastern Wharf
Venue: The Park at Eastern Wharf
Address: 400 Passage Way, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free
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Friday Feedings at the Aquarium
September 25, 2026 | Friday – confirmed
Time: 1 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Skidaway Island
Venue: UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium
Address: 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah 31411
Cost: Free
Learn More
Forsyth Farmers’ Market
September 26, 2026 | Saturday – confirmed
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Victorian District
Address: South end of Forsyth Park
Cost: Free
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Oktoberfest at Two Tides
September 26, 2026 | Saturday – confirmed
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Starland District
Venue: Two Tides Brewing
Address: De Soto Ave, Savannah 31401
Cost: Free (+cost of beer)
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Prohibition Cocktail Class
September 26, 2026 | Saturday – confirmed
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Historic District
Venue: Prohibition Museum
Address: 209 W Saint Julian St, Savannah 31401
Cost: $80+ per person (drinks included)
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Additional Weekly Recurring Activities
If none of the above sound ideal, here are some additional activities that happen daily or weekly for you to consider…
Cultural Activities
Tidelands Exhibit – B&W photography by Savannahian Parker Stewart at Telfair Museum
On View: Visitor – Solo exhibition by James Benjamin Franklin at Laney Contemporary
Nightlife Options
Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley – Get spooked on the top nighttime ghost tour trolley
Bloody Murder Pub Crawl – Explore Savannah’s dark side during this locally owned tour
Foodie Activities
Chef Darin’s Cooking Classes – Hands-on cooking courses in a small group setting
First Squares Culinary Tour – Sample regional cuisine and explore the north end of the Historic District
Sightseeing Options
Historic District Bike Tour – Take a guided tour and keep the bike for a day to use afterwards
Georgia Port Tour – Get a close-up view of the cargo ships from the water and see how the port works
Workshops + Art Classes
Salt-Scrub Workshop – Create your own salt scrub while learning about Savannah’s salt trade
Drop-In Studio Time – Art for all ages every Saturday and Sunday at Jepson Center
Additional Events by Month in Savannah
If you’re planning to visit Savannah during a different month and are wondering what to expect, here’s where to find additional monthly events:
- January events
- February events
- March events
- April events
- May events
- June events
- July events
- August events
- September events
- October events
- November events
- December events
As always, here’s a list of the biggest annual events in Savannah.
If your trip falls during the same time as one of the bigger events, you should book your hotel or home rental months in advance to get the best rate.
I also suggest making reservations at Savannah’s most famous restaurants at least 4 – 6 weeks in advance.
If you plan to visit Savannah in September 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.