Savannah Scottish Games, Savannah Event

Savannah bed and breakfasts welcome you for the 36th Annual Savannah Scottish Games on Friday, May 4 2012 and Saturday, May 5, 2012!  Held on the campus of Bethesda Academy, this Savannah event celebrates the best of Scottish and Celtic heritage.

Friday evening features a Whiskey Tasting at Molly MacPherson's Scottish Pub and Grille (tickets may be obtained in advance at both Pub locations, or may be purchased at the door), and the Piping and Drumming Block Party to celebrate the 'Night Before the Games' at the Congress Street Social Club.

Saturday brings a full day of competition and family fun.  Enjoy Heavy Athlete competitions, the USIR Highland Dancing southern Regional Championships, Pre-Premier Highland Dancing, gathering of Scottish Clans, Parade of Tartans, Tug-O-War, Border Collie skill demonstrations, Children's Activities, food, and music.

Learn about the different Clans at the Clan booths on the event grounds.  Wander through the Historical Encampment demonstrating the life of Savannah's early Scotch settlers.  Find your roots at the Genealogy booth.  Shop for your favorite goods from our vendors, whether the goods be Scottish or not.  Enjoy the Celtic sounds of Cynergy and the Savannah Ceili Band throughout the day.  But most of all, have a great time with the whole family!

Sunday, May 6, 2012 brings an optional worship opportunity for both Clansmen and attendees.  The Kirkin' o' the Tartans will be held at 11:00 am at the Independent Presbyterian Church at Bull Street and Oglethorpe Street in the Historic District.

Tickets for the event are available in advance at both locations of Molly MacPherson's Scottish Pub & Grille, and at all locations of The Savannah Bank.  Tickets will also be available at the gate on Saturday.

Reserve your Savannah lodging for this unforgettable event, and enjoy a weekend of Savannah heritage and fun!  Cead mile fàilte!

Trees for Life, Holiday Event, Westin Savannah Resort

The Romantic Inns of Savannah welcome you to enjoy a December getaway at any of their area inns.  While here, enjoy the continuing December festivities with the 11th Annual Trees for Life holiday event at the Westin Savannah Resort.

The Westin moves from gingerbread to Christmas Trees during this fundraiser for the Greenbriar Children's Center.  Sponsored by the Savannah Harbor Foundation, this event features beautifully- and creatively-decorated Christmas trees on display in the hotel lobby.  Local businesses, groups, and individuals provide the trees which will be auctioned off to the highest bidder!

Holiday Trees for Life can be viewed alongside the annual Gingerbread Village through January 1, 2012.  The Westin is just a ferry ride across the river from your favorite Savannah Bed and Breakfast, and we look forward to hosting your stay!

Lighted Christmas Parade, Christmas on the River, Holiday Events

The turkey has been devoured, and family has taken their leave... just in time for Savannah holiday events for the holdays to begin!  So come one, come all to Christmas on the River, a daytime activity event, and lighted Christmas parade in the evening, on Saturday, December 3, 2011!  Activities will also continue on Sunday, December 4.

The Romantic Inns of Savannah invite you to enjoy this First Saturday on the River event, hosted by Savannah Riverfront from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm on Saturday, and from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on Sunday.  The December event is the Christmas version of our monthly activities on, and by, the river.  Work on your Christmas shopping checklist by visitng local artisans presenting wares ranging from craft to fine art at the River Street plaza.  Not to mention the 100+ shops, open for your shopping needs, holiday entertainment, children's activities across from the Candy Kitchen, and the feel of the holiday spirit.

The 5:30 pm Lighted Parade will make its way down River, Bay, Abercorn, and Broughton Streets on Saturday evening, and will feature lights, magic, and the arrival of Santa to Savannah!

The event itself is free to the public, but bring your holiday shopping budget with you!

Choose your favorite Savannah Inn to return to after the excitement.  A warm welcome and bed await you there!

Savannah Gingerbread Village Holiday Event, Westin Savannah Resort

** Update:  Dates for the #Savannah Gingerbread Village (free viewing at the Westin) are through December 30, 2013.

Are you crazy for gingerbread?  Does the sight of gingerbread houses make you welcome Christmas into your life?   Is your holiday incomplete without creating beautiful gingerbread-and-icing  architecture?  If you can answer "yes" to any of these questions, you're sure to enjoy the Gingerbread Village holiday event, held annually at the Westin Savannah Resort!

This free event, sponsored by the Savannah Harbor Foundation, runs from Thanksgiving through December 26, 2011 at The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa Main Lobby.  This friendly competition challenges both amateur and professional chefs to present their gingerbread creations for all to see.  One lucky designer will walk away with the title of "Best Gingerbread Creation."

The Westin is on Hutchinson Island, but if you are staying at a romantic Savannah Inn, you can make use of the FREE water ferries of the Savannah Belles Ferry system, in front of City Hall on River Street.  Ferries run from Savannah to the island and back each day from 7:00 am to midnight, at 15-20 minute intervals.  PLEASE NOTE that no ferries run on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day.

Judging takes place before the event is open to the public this year.  Prizes will be awarded to the top two Adult, Junior, and Children's Division entrants, so come by to see the gorgeous entries, view the winners, and soak up the holiday spirit!

Savannah Greek Festival October 13-15, 2011 Savannah vacation

A fun and exciting Savannah vacation idea is the 60th Annual Savannah Greek Festival this October 13th - 15th, 2011.  This years festival will be the largest and gradest Greek Festival in Savannah history.

The annaul event will feature Greek food specialties, traditional dancing, church tours of the St Paul's Greek Orthodox Church, a market place and a live band.  To download the menu, Click Here.

The festival begins on Thursday, October 13th and ends Saturday, October 15th and is open from 11am - 9pm each day of the event.

The festival will have FREE admission until 4pm on Thursday and Friday with a $2 donation after 4pm both days.  Saturday will have a requested donation of $2 all day.

Take a Savannah vacation in mid-October to take part in the 60th Annual Savannah Greek Festival and stay at one of these fine Savannah Bed and Breakfast.

Things to Do in Savannah GA, Picnic in the Park, BBQ

October 2, 2011 there are many fun things to do in Savannah GA a few of which are a Picnic in the Park on Forsyth and also the 2nd annual BBQ, Brews and Bluegrass at the Roundhouse Museum.

Picnic in the Park is a beloved Savannah tradition that takes place in Forsyth Park on Sunday October 2, 2011 beginning at 3pm.  The event will feature an evening filled with live music and family picnics big and small.  Entertainment this year will be provided by Eddie Wilson and The Strings of the South.

This years picnic themes for the contest will be 'Greenest Picnic' and 'Rock & Run' in celebration of the runners, volunteers and upcoming event, Savannah Rock n Roll Marathon, promises to put Savannah on the running map.  Come to the picnic dress as your favorite rock star or athlete and enter the WSAV Look-a-like Contest!

Also there will be the 2nd Annual BBQ, Brews and Bluegrass festival on Sunday October 2, 2011 from 3pm -7pm.  This event is The Next Generation's Annual Fundraiser for the Children's Hospital at Memorial University Medical Center.  Last year this event raised $25,000 for the Children's Hospital and the look forward to another great year.

The festival will be at The Roundhouse Railroad Museum at 303 MLK Jr Blvd. and will feature music from The Jimmy Wolling Bluegrass Band and also The Marshall Brothers.  There are going to be kids activities such as FREE train rides, face painting, pumpkin patch, Arts & Crafts and much more.

Food will be available to purchase from the Smokin' Pig BBQ, Whistle Stop Cafe and Wright Square Cafe.  A Cash Bar will be available as will free Coca-Cola products.  Tickets are $20 per person (kids 12 and under are FREE) and may be purchased by clicking here.

As you can see there are many wonderful and family fun things to do in Savannah GA.  Book your overnight lodging with one of our many fine Savannah Inns.

River Street Labor Day Celebration, Savannah Getaways

Come to the River Street Labor Day Celebration for your Savannah getaways before then end of the summer travel season.

The River Street Labor Day Celebration will be along Historic River Street on September 3 - 4, 2011.  Opens at 9am both Saturday and Sunday.

This annual event features artists from around the region with unique arts & crafts and is FREE.  Also enjoy entertainment & fun for the entire family.

Savannah getaways this Labor Day must include the River Street Labor Day Celebration!

Celebrate the 4th of July 2011 in historic Savannah Georgia

Celebrate the 4th of July this year in historic and beautiful Savannah Georgia.  There are many wonderful and family fun activities starting on July 1, some of which go all weekend long.

Here is a list of events around the Savannah area which we hope you will come and be a part of.

Great American Weekend - Amble along Rousakis Riverfront Plaza enjoying the sights and sounds while browsing exhibitor booths of art and chatting with the artists themselves.  Food concessions available.

July 4th Weekend at Old Fort Jackson - Visit Old Fort Jackson and step into the shoes of the soldiers that were stationed here during the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and the Civil War.

Celebrate July 4th at Tricentennial Park - Listen to a reading of the Declaration of Independence and learn about the 1779 Battle of Savannah. Steam train rides and activities continue at the Georgia State Railroad Museum.

6th Annual Patriotic Big Band Salute - Savannah Swings! - Jeremy Davis and the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra and our amazing cast of singers, featuring Clay Johnson, will be in full swing at the Savannah Theater on July 4 for one fantastic show. We will be honoring our American military heroes with a patriotic big band salute. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the next phase of Savannah WWII "A World Apart" monument on River Street.

July 4th Celebration - Celebrate good times with a patriotic decorating contest (pets, yourself, your bikes, etc.), hayrides, crafts, a greased pole climb and other challenges.

Fireworks Spectacular - Fireworks from River Street.

July 4th Fireworks Cruise - Celebrate our nation's independence on the Savannah River Queen and the Georgia Queen! On this 1 1/2 hour cruise, enjoy the music of our riverboat DJ who will be spinning all of your favorite tunes! The highlight of the evening will be the spectacular waterfront fireworks display.

Mark your calendars now to be in Savannah Georgia for this event and don’t forget to make your lodging reservations in advance at a premier Savannah bed and breakfast.

Roundhouse Railroad Museum 2011 Summer Camps

Roundhouse Railroad Museum 2011 Summer Camps in Savannah are coming up soon!  The summer camps offer fun opportunities for young children and their families to enjoy learning together.

The camps are themed and age appropriate and have included trains and life in Savannah during the colonial times and the 1800's.  The Roundhouse Railroad Museum, Old Fort Jackson, Battlefield Park and the Savannah History Museum provide the perfect environment to learn more about Savannah.

'Get On Board' is a camp for children ages 3-5 years.  'The Great Train Exploration' is for kids rising 1st - 3rd grades and 'Deerskins, Rice and Cotton: Life in Early Savannah' is for grades rising 1st - 5th.

Click here for more information including the 2011 Summer Camp Guide and Registration Form.

Mark your calendars now to be in Savannah Georgia for this event and don’t forget to make your lodging reservations in advance at a premier Savannah bed and breakfast.