Good morning, Savannah.

Savannah residents can look forward to a busy fall weekend with a Glenn Close costume exhibit at the Jepson Center beginning Oct.

10, a Greek Festival running from Oct. 9 to 11, and a Tybee Island Pirate Festival set for Oct. 9‑12. Other events include an art opening with a book release, a documentary screening on Iceland’s historic strike, a fall plant sale at the Botanical Gardens, a Film Biz Recycling yard sale on Oct. 11, and weiner dog races at Plant Riverside District on Oct. 11.

Savannah creators are planning events that build safe spaces and celebrate Pride History Month.

Local groups will host workshops and performances — planned to honor queer history — and invite residents to join the celebrations.

Director Supriya Christopher hosted an evening event in Boston where she presented details about the final stop of the Surprisingly Savannah Mobile Tour’s 2025 season — an update that showcased the city’s growing appeal as fall began.

Mindy Shea-Frazier also told Boston media professionals about Savannah’s haunted past to highlight its spooky seasonal charm.

Jeopardy! has frequently featured Savannah as a subject in clues that reference its stone quarries, historic parades, and founding events—showing the city’s rich heritage.

The 12 clues, drawn from various episodes over the years, test local viewers’ knowledge of Savannah's culture and history.

Savannah was rated as the sixth best small city in America by Condé Nast Traveler—drawing from over 750000 reader responses.

Visit Savannah said it will continue to deliver authentic Southern hospitality and rich culture to visitors.

The Savannah Book Festival will host best-selling author Nicholas Sparks at Trustees Theater on Oct.

14 to present his new supernatural novel Remain—accompanied by a discussion with Kristy Woodson Harvey. Tickets offer a pre-signed copy of Remain and a photograph with the author and are on sale now.

Savannah State University will host its 135th homecoming on Saturday, October 25th — thousands of alumni will return to campus for a coronation, parade, pep rally and a game against Morehouse.

The celebration will honor the school's long legacy and support its future plans to become a doctoral and high-level research institution.

Savannah State University President Jermaine Whirl delivered his inaugural State of the University address on Tuesday at the Student Union Ballroom—unveiling his vision under the TheUproar2030 plan as classes resumed after a slight delay caused by power outages.

The event welcomed students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members.

Meteorologists report that Invest 95 is likely to become Tropical Storm Jerry and may strengthen into a hurricane as it moves over warm ocean water—forecasts show the storm could bring rough surf and gusty winds to coastal areas while its center stays well east of Savannah this week. Residents are advised to monitor updates as model trends continue to shift its projected path.

City of Savannah has placed eight floating litter booms in canals that feed the Savannah River to catch trash and learn its source for future cleanup plans—this project follows a NOAA-funded effort started in 2023.

Volunteers can join the annual Rivers Alive 2025 clean up event from 9 a.m. until noon on Oct. 11 at River’s End Community Boat Landing to help keep waterways and storm drains clear.

The Georgia Department of Transportation said contractors will finish the third lane under the Chatham Parkway bridge on I-16 by mid-to-late November while shifting traffic to two lanes, leading to delays and backups of up to 45 minutes during peak travel times + eastbound and both-direction lane closures are in effect. Drivers are advised to allow extra time and use the WTOC News App for the latest updates.

The City of Savannah is teaming up with local non-profits—United Way and Second Harvest—to help local federal employees who may face furloughs and delayed pay due to the government shutdown.

Mayor Van Johnson said that support like gas cards, lunch vouchers, and grocery gift cards will help workers who missed paychecks since Oct. 1 and could feel the impact by mid-month.

74th Annual Savannah Greek Festival

11 AM-9 PM — Savannah Greek Festival — Cost varies — Experience three days of delicious homemade Greek food, music, and dancing.

The Po' Ramblin' Boys Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Live at Plant Riverside District — $25 — Experience authentic music that cuts through the noise of modern life.

Adoption Event at Petco

1-3 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Meet adorable pets looking for their forever homes and learn how you can make a difference.

Savannah Tribute to Jimmy Buffett

7:30-9 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — $ — Celebrate the return of cheeseburgers and beach vibes with a night of live music and tropical fun.

Humane Society Fall Fair

12-4 p.m. — Humane Society for Greater Savannah — Free entry — Celebrate fall with a pumpkin patch, food trucks, and adoption specials for pets.

Kevin Gates Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Tickets from $64 — Catch the energetic performance of Kevin Gates in Savannah, GA.

Savannah Wine Dinner Experience

6-9 p.m. — The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa — $150 — Indulge in a 5-course meal perfectly paired with exceptional wines while enjoying stunning river views.

Jordan Davis Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Enmarket Arena — Tickets available — Experience the rising country star Jordan Davis live in concert.

Savannah Halloween Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Mint to Be Mojito Bar and Bites — Tickets required — Celebrate Halloween with costumes, contests, and a spirited crawl through downtown Savannah.

Jo Koy Live Stand-Up Comedy

7:30-9 p.m. — Johnny Mercer Theater — Tickets available — Experience the relatable and humorous stories of comedian Jo Koy as he brings laughter to Savannah.