Good morning, Savannah! It’s officially “why is it this cold?” season (for now), and Christmas is almost here. Here’s what’s happening around town this week.
In today’s newsletter:
Brunch with the Grinch 🎄
DeSoto Street Holiday Market 🎄
A Very Merry Avondale Christmas Parade 🎅
And much more… let’s dive in!
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Forsyth Park Fountain Reopens With Holiday Celebration
One of Savannah’s most recognizable landmarks is officially back. On Friday, December 19, the City of Savannah will host a community celebration to mark the restoration and reactivation of the Forsyth Park Fountain, bringing the iconic centerpiece back to life after months of restoration work.
🎄 Brunch with the Grinch
Saturday, December 20 | 8 a.m.–2 p.m. | Perry Lane Hotel
A holiday brunch experience featuring a buffet, live music, kids activities, and a visit from the Grinch.
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🎅 Tactical Santa Claus at Nine Line HQ
Saturday, December 20 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Nine Line HQ
Take photos with Tactical Santa, enjoy free hot cocoa for kids, and write letters to deployed soldiers.
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🎄 Celebrate the Season in City Market
Saturday, December 20 | 1–3 p.m. | City Market
Enjoy holiday shopping, live music, and festive photos with Father Christmas in the heart of City Market.
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🎅 A Very Merry Avondale Christmas Parade
Sunday, December 21 | 3 p.m. | Avondale Neighborhood
A cheerful neighborhood Christmas parade filled with music, characters, and Santa himself.
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🎶 Christmas at the Cathedral 2025
Sunday, December 21 | 5 p.m. | Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
A beloved Savannah holiday tradition featuring candlelight, choir, orchestra, and classic Christmas carols.
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🎄 Festival of Trees at Plant Riverside District
Daily | 8 a.m.-11 a.m. | Plant Riverside District
Plant Riverside’s annual Festival of Trees returns, filling the Power Plant Lobby with a forest of themed Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and organizations. The display is open daily from 8am–11am throughout the holiday season.
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🎄 DeSoto Street Holiday Market
Saturday, December 20 | 11 a.m.–5 p.m. | 12 W 41st Street
A festive street market featuring local vendors, last minute holiday gifts, coffee specials, food, and neighborhood vibes.
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🎄 Christmas Market Party
Saturday, December 20 | 5:30–9:30 p.m. | Hop Atomica
A German inspired holiday market with local vendors, live music, festive drinks, and seasonal shopping.
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🎄 Savannah Christmas Market at Plant Riverside District
Until December 31 | 11:00am–9:00pm | Plant Riverside District
Savannah Christmas Market brings a European style holiday celebration to Plant Riverside with Santa photos, food, shopping, and festive events all season.
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🚆 Holiday Happenings: The Polar Express PJ Party
Saturday, December 20 | 11 a.m. | Trustees Theater
A pajama friendly screening of The Polar Express with cookies, cocoa, and a special holiday bell.
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🎬 Holiday Happenings: It’s a Wonderful Life
Saturday, December 20 | 7 p.m. | Trustees Theater
A holiday film screening of It’s a Wonderful Life at Trustees Theater, open to the public with a food donation.
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🎬 Holiday Hangs at Two Tides
Every Sunday in December | 7 a.m.–10 p.m. | Two Tides Brewing
A Sunday series at Two Tides featuring holiday movies, themed snacks, and drinks throughout the day.
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