Bring your kids to this free Savannah puppet show & program presented by Puppet Show Inc.: The Ant and Grasshopper Puppet Show and Create a Paper Bag Puppet To Take Home
* Recommended ages 3-10 years
* Family Event: Adult must accompany child(ren).
* Space is Limited.
* FREE but Ticket Required for Entry through Eventbrite or online here.
* March 7th, 25th & 27th 2025
* 4:30 pm
*Location: Christ Church Parish House, 18 Abercorn St. Savannah, Ga 31401
Learn more about Puppet Show Inc. in Savannah here.
Fun nature programs happening in February 2025 @ Skidaway Island State Park in Savannah. Unless otherwise noted, programs are free. $5 for parking. An * indicates pre-registration is required.
*Archery:Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to register in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
DIY Birdfeeder: Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Please note: peanut butter is one of the main ingredients used. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 per person.
*Full Moon Hike – Snow Moon:Come view the Snow Moon in its full glory above your favorite state park. Join us for a hike as we experience the trails as you’ve likely never seen them before. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. $15 per person. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Georgia Arbor Day Tree Hike: Join us on this special day for an easy 1-mile hike along the Sandpiper Trail Loop. You will appreciate the variety of local trees and enjoy learning to identify them with a ranger. Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead.
iNaturalist 101: Are you an iNaturalist user? Learn how to use this powerful ciƟzen science tool. We will show you how to use the smartphone and desktop applicaƟons to make observaƟons, suggest idenƟficaƟons, explore wildlife in the local area, and more! Download the app and create an account ahead of Ɵme to get the most out of this program. Meet in front of the Visitor Center for a brief tutorial before we head outside to make observaƟons.
Kids Care: Cleanup Challenge: Are you ready to give back to your community? Make your world a little brighter by helping tidy up. Stop by the Visitor Center to receive informationn and materials. Junior Rangers will receive credit towards a Kids Care service patch. There is no age limit and all participants may earn a prize.
Meet the Corn Snake: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about the corn snake. Meet the Rat Snake: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about the corn snake.
Read with a Ranger: Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center, outside if fair weather.
Roving Ranger: A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more!
Sandpiper Trail Official Grand Re-opening: You’ve been asking (and asking and asking). After many months of closure, we’re pleased to finally say… “It’s OPEN!” Come help us celebrate the grand re-opening of the Sandpiper Trail with a simple, fun hike along the Sandpiper Trail Loop.
Science of Snowflakes: Join the naturalist in the InterpreƟve Center to learn all about how snowflakes are formed while you make a one-of-a-kind snowflake keepsake to take home. $2 per person.
Stills of Skidaway Hike: Uncover the history and science behind the abandoned moonshine stills on Skidaway Island State Park. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike highlighƟng some of the area’s most fascinating tales.
*Sweethearts Archery: You don’t have to be in love, but it helps! Join us for an all-day archery event. Hour long slots available all day. $10 for 1 person, $16 for 2 people. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to register in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
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Savannah Chatham public schools Pre-K through 2nd grade students now have their very own PLAY cards thanks to the READ UNITED initiative – a positive program that provides children with fines-free borrowing and access to digital materials, helping improve literacy.
United Way of the Coastal Empire, SCCPSS, and Live Oak Public Libraries are teaming up to promote the use of Live Oak Public Libraries PLAY Cards to utilize library resources.
Donato’s Pizza is sponsoring a pizza party for the grade with the MOST CHECKOUTS in February 2025.
United Way of the Coastal Empire provides roundtrip Lyft passes (up to $26 each way) through the Ride United Transportation Access program to help families get to the library. To request a ride pass, ask your student’s teacher for details.
Along with books, the PLAY Card provides free or discounted access to:
State Parks & Museums
Telfair Academy
Savannah Children’s Museum
Skidaway Island State Park
Wormsloe State Historic Site
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Fun nature programs happening in February 2025 @ Skidaway Island State Park in Savannah. Unless otherwise noted, programs are free. $5 for parking. An * indicates pre-registration is required.
*Archery:Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to register in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
DIY Birdfeeder: Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Please note: peanut butter is one of the main ingredients used. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 per person.
*Full Moon Hike – Snow Moon:Come view the Snow Moon in its full glory above your favorite state park. Join us for a hike as we experience the trails as you’ve likely never seen them before. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. $15 per person. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Georgia Arbor Day Tree Hike: Join us on this special day for an easy 1-mile hike along the Sandpiper Trail Loop. You will appreciate the variety of local trees and enjoy learning to identify them with a ranger. Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead.
iNaturalist 101: Are you an iNaturalist user? Learn how to use this powerful ciƟzen science tool. We will show you how to use the smartphone and desktop applicaƟons to make observaƟons, suggest idenƟficaƟons, explore wildlife in the local area, and more! Download the app and create an account ahead of Ɵme to get the most out of this program. Meet in front of the Visitor Center for a brief tutorial before we head outside to make observaƟons.
Kids Care: Cleanup Challenge: Are you ready to give back to your community? Make your world a little brighter by helping tidy up. Stop by the Visitor Center to receive informationn and materials. Junior Rangers will receive credit towards a Kids Care service patch. There is no age limit and all participants may earn a prize.
Meet the Corn Snake: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about the corn snake. Meet the Rat Snake: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about the corn snake.
Read with a Ranger: Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center, outside if fair weather.
Roving Ranger: A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more!
Sandpiper Trail Official Grand Re-opening: You’ve been asking (and asking and asking). After many months of closure, we’re pleased to finally say… “It’s OPEN!” Come help us celebrate the grand re-opening of the Sandpiper Trail with a simple, fun hike along the Sandpiper Trail Loop.
Science of Snowflakes: Join the naturalist in the InterpreƟve Center to learn all about how snowflakes are formed while you make a one-of-a-kind snowflake keepsake to take home. $2 per person.
Stills of Skidaway Hike: Uncover the history and science behind the abandoned moonshine stills on Skidaway Island State Park. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike highlighƟng some of the area’s most fascinating tales.
*Sweethearts Archery: You don’t have to be in love, but it helps! Join us for an all-day archery event. Hour long slots available all day. $10 for 1 person, $16 for 2 people. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to register in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
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You’re invited to the 13th Annual Junior League of Savannah’s Fit Kids Fest taking place 1-4PM Saturday, February 15th 2025, 1-4pm at the Savannah Children’s Museum.
A free community event, Junior League of Savannah’s Fit Kids Fest focuses on the importance of a healthy body and mind by introducing kids and their parents to fun activities designed for children of all ages.
The goal of Fit Kids Fest Fit Kids Fest is to foster overall wellness among K-12 students and introduce families to healthy lifestyle resources in the community.
Activities include free face painting and complimentary, full access to the Savannah Children’s Museum. The museum has an exploratory maze, nature’s kitchen, art maker space, puppet theater, slides, a sensory garden, scavenger hunt and more.
Enjoy free admission to participating museums, historic sites, house museums, art museums, and other points of interest throughout Georgia open their doors for an exceptional opportunity to experience the history in our own backyard.
This popular annual event is organized by Georgia Historical Society as part of the annual Georgia History Festival.
Explore this living-history event – Colonial Faire & Muster – at Wormsloe State Historic Site and learn about life in eighteenth-century Georgia through cooking, dancing, craft, and military demonstrations. Fees apply on Saturday, but admission is free on Sunday.
Wormsloe State Historic Site 7601 Skidaway Road Savannah, Georgia
Animal of the Day: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of the animals.
Archery*: Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to register in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
DIY Birdfeeder: Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 per person.
History Hike: How to build an island: Natural history buffs will enjoy this exciting hike all about the formation of the barrier islands in our area, including information about the mega fauna that once lived here. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead for a 1.5 mile hike.
iNaturalist 101: Learn how to use the smartphone and desktop applications to make observations, suggest identifications, explore wildlife in the local area, and more! Download the app and create an account ahead of time to get the most out of this program. Meet in front of the Visitor Center for a brief tutorial before we head outside to make observations.
Kids Care: Cleanup Challenge: On this National Day of Service, here’s an opportunity to give back! As Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?” Stop by the Visitor Center to receive information and materials. Junior Rangers will receive credit towards a Kids Care service patch.
National Bird Day Hike: Join us on this special day for an easy 1-mile hike to and from the iconic observation tower. You will enjoy learning how to spot and identify forest and shore birds with a ranger. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead.
Picnic with a View: Pack a lunch and join us for a laid-back hike to the observation tower. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead at 12:30PM. The total distance is 1 mile, with a break at the observation tower to eat lunch as we enjoy the beauty of Skidaway Narrows.
Read with a Ranger: Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center, outside if fair weather.
Roving Ranger: A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more!
Let your imagination run wild at this weekly drawing workshop for aspiring creatives focusing on the basic principles of art and design. Seek inspiration in the galleries, meet new friends, and begin preparing a portfolio of your work as museum educators offer tutorials to perfect your drawing skills.
This workshop for middle school and high school students is free and open to the public.
To RSVP or for more information, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
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Calling all homeschooling families! Amplify your student’s artist journey with an enriching workshop at the SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah. In this immersive experience, education and creativity collide to offer a field study for homeschooled students.
This event presents a unique opportunity for your students to acclimate into the art world as observers and creators. While they feed their creative minds among the exhibitions, they’ll meet other students and foster lasting community connections.
What to expect:
Artist appreciation: Encounter the work of diverse artists while touring the SCAD Museum of Art’s galleries with a museum educator.
Artmaking: Express creative ideas at interactive art stations equipped with the necessary materials and guidance to create art inspired by work seen in the museum.
Build community: Connect with other homeschooling families who share a passion for art and education.
Learn as you go: Deepen your appreciation for the world of visual expression while learning more about art styles, social significance, and the use of varied materials.
All ages are welcome. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or send inquiries, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Free museum admission for Savannah Residents – Second Sunday, all day
SCAD MOA in Savannah welcomes our Savannah community to enjoy free admission on the second Sunday of every month. Residents of Savannah or any of its surrounding counties (Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty, Beaufort, and Jasper) are invited to visit free of charge.
Enjoy a free screening of the movie Rise of the Guardians and craft on Friday, December 27 2024 starting at 1:00pm! This is a great activity for the whole family and kids will take home a completed craft.
Santa Claus, Jack Frost, the Sandman, the Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy team up to fight a phantom who steals children’s dreams and replaces them with fear. Rating: PG
This event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration required.
Enjoy a free screening of the movie Happy Feet Two and fun tap dance activity on Friday, January 3 2025 at 1:00pm! This is a great activity for the whole family and a way to get kids up and moving while learning a new skill.
Penguins Mumble and Gloria struggle to help their dance-phobic son Erik find his place in their community, while a new threat may put a stop to their singing and dancing forever. Rating: PG
This event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration required.
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Christmas on the River will be part of the featured entertainment during the Savannah Christmas Market at Plant Riverside District . A variety of dance and musical acts will be featured on Friday evening Dec 13 and Sat. Dec. 14.
The star of the show, 32nd Annual Lighted Christmas Parade, is Sat. Dec. 14, 2024 featuring bands, floats, dancing groups. The parade begins at Plant Riverside District on the west end of River Street at 5:30PM and continues to the east end up to Broughton Street and through City Market.
Events are free and open to the public.
Entertainment Schedule – Plant Riverside District, 400 W. River Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Fri. Dec. 13, 2024
5:00pm – 5:10pm So Unique Dance Studio
5:20pm – 5:30pm Oglethorpe Charter Cheer
5:40pm – 6:10pm Maxine Patterson School of Dance
6:15pm – 7:00pm Skidaway Belles
7:15pm – 8:00pm 3rd Infantry Division Brass Band
Sat. Dec. 14, 2024
2:00pm – 2:15pm One Spirit Dance Academy
2:30pm – 2:45pm All About Cheer and Dance Company
3:00pm – 3:25pm Marylin Youmans School of Dance and Baton Twirling
3:30pm – 3:50pm Gretchen Greene School of Dance
4:00pm – 4:15pm The STUDIO Savannah
5:30pm – 7:00pm Lighted Christmas Parade – Begins at Plant Riverside District, the route is east on River Street, up East Broad Ramp, down Bay Street, right on Lincoln Street, right on Broughton Street, right on Jefferson Street ending in City Market.
11AM Sat. Dec. 21: Dr. Seuss’ beloved classic ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ from director Ron Howard and starring Jim Carrey. Arrive early in order to enjoy a special presentation courtesy of Disney+. The heartwarming animated short, “An Almost Christmas Story,” will screen starting at 10:30AM.
This event is free and open to the general public with a donation of a non-perishable food item benefiting America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia.
3PM Sat. Dec. 21: Home Alone. Arrive early in order to enjoy a special presentation courtesy of Disney. The heartwarming animated short, “An Almost Christmas Story,” will screen starting at 2:30PM.
This event is free and open to the general public with a donation of a non-perishable food item benefiting America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia and includes free concessions.
7PM Sat. Dec. 21: It’s A Wonderful Life. This event is free and open to the general public with a donation of a non-perishable food item benefiting America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia and includes free concessions.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will ride through the Whitemarsh & Wilmington neighborhoods with Chatham County & Islands Division fire trucks, spreading holiday cheer to families along the way. To make the route more efficient, there will now be Santa Stops (marked with Christmas trees on the map) where families can gather for extra time with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Tybee Island’s Annual Christmas Parade of Lights is Fri. December 6th at 6:30 PM
Bring canned food donations! Your donations will be collected along the parade route by city staff. All donations will be dropped off at the Rising Tyde Food Pantry located on Tybee Island.
Friday, December 6 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Tybrisa Street
The Tybee Polar Plunge returns to Tybee Island on Jan. 1, 2025. Join thousands and take the plunge into the brisk Atlantic Ocean at 12 noon on New Year’s Day.
January 1, 2025 10:30 AM- Gangs of Goofs Costume Contest and Parade 12:00 PM- Polar Plunge! (Volunteers will be on the Pier as early as 9:30 AM to hand out t- shirts) Tybee Island Pier
Animal of the Day: 10AM Thurs. Nov. 7; 2PM Fri. Nov. 8; 10AM Tues. Nov. 12; 10AM Thurs. Nov. 14; 10AM Thurs. Nov. 21; 10AM Tues. Nov. 26; 10AM Sat. Nov. 30. Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of the animals.
Archery: 10AM Sat. Nov. 9 & Sat. Nov. 23. Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. $10 per person. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the Visitor Center.
FALL into Crafting: Mon. Nov. 11. Stop into the Visitor Center to purchase your fall craft kit for just $2. Several seasonal crafts will be available throughout the day, while supplies last
Full Moon Hike: 6:30PM Fri. Nov. 15. Beaver Moon: Come view the Beaver Moon above your favorite state park. Join us for a hike as we experience the trails as you’ve likely never seen them before. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. $15 per person. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Fungi Friday Hike: 10AM Fri. Nov. 29. A wide variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike around the entirety of the Big Ferry trail.
Gather ‘round the Campfire: 6-8PM Fri. Nov. 22. There’s a chill in the air and it’s the perfect time to get cozy around the campfire. Join us as we take this time to reflect on the last year and share what we’re most thankful for. Hot beverages will be provided while supplies last. Purchase a s’more kit for $2.00 while supplies last. Meet at the fire pit behind the Visitor Center.
Read with a Ranger: 10AM Tues. Nov. 19. Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center, outside if fair weather.
Roving Ranger: 3PM Wed. Nov. 13; 3PM Thurs. Nov. 21; 3PM Wed. Nov. 27. A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more!
Skidaway Scavengers: 10AM-3PM Sun. Nov. 24. Are you a keen observer? Finding the beauty in nature is its own reward, but today you have a chance to earn an additional prize. Stop by the Visitor Center to receive your instructions then head out to explore!
Tree ID Hike: 10AM Sun. Nov. 17. Ever wonder, “What tree is that?” Come and find out. Our naturalist will lead a 1-mile hike, pointing out a variety of trees along the way. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead.
There’s a new program in Savannah that encourages bonding between child and caregiver while also nurturing your little one’s emerging social and emotional development.
Mazel Tots – held at JEA Preschool in Midtown Savannah – is a fun multi-sensory experience that encourages both fine and gross motor development, socialization, and emerging language.
This program is free for the community. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Here’s a chance for your child to experience Diwali, the festival of lights: free Kids’ Diwali Celebration, Sat. Nov. 9, noon-7PM @ BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir, 355 Canebrake Rd.
Free & open to the public. Please register in advance via QR code above.
Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. It’s a time to come together and receive blessings with friends, family, and loved ones. For many Hindus, Annakut also marks the start of the Hindu New Year.
Come experience traditions with this diverse community through vibrant art ceremonies, beautiful devotional songs, and, of course, stunning lights.
Be sure to reserve a free spot in advance to ensure the best experience for you and all visitors.
