50 Holiday fun family Holiday happenings in Savannah & the Lowcountry in the SouthernMamas.com Holiday Events Guide 2017. Tree lightings; Christmas parades, holiday camps, holiday craft workshops, Savannah gingerbread village, Christmas plays & classic movies & more. See them all here.
Register for a special 5-day Holiday Break 2017 STEAM Camp @ The Guild Hall in Savannah, Dec 18-22 2017.
Christmas Break Session 2017 (Dec 18-22), 9AM-4PM. Open to rising 4th-9th graders.
One Week Only
The Guild Hall will offer 3 subjects during the Holiday STEAM Camp: Robotics, Minecraft, and Video Game Design.
Early drop-off and late pick-up will be offered, as additional options, along with lunch at The Chromatic Dragon.
Register online here.
The Guild Hall
615 Montgomery St.
Savannah, GA 31401
Lunch Options Abound
The Guild Hall campus restaurant, The Chromatic Dragon, will make a special lunch menu available to campers. There will also be a pavilion where campers can enjoy packed lunches. For an additional fee, STEAM Camp can provide lunch.
Late pickup
Can’t make the 4PM pickup? For an additional fee, your child can stay as late as 6PM, enjoying all the fun and games The Guild Hall has to offer
More info
Register online here.
Questions? Call (912) 208-5008 or email info@steamsavannah.com
__________________________
STEAM Holiday Break Camp 2017, www.steamsavannah.com, @ The Guild Hall, 615 Montgomery St, Savannah, GA 31401, email Info@steamsavannah.com, 912.208.5008 STEAM Holiday Break Camp 2017 is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Savor the Holiday Season 2017 in Savannah & stay informed about all the fun happening with our Savannah Holiday Events Fun Guide 2017
The guide includes Christmas parades & tree lightings; Savannah Santa Train; St. Vincent’s 8th Annual Holiday Shopping Extravaganza; a Parent & Child Holiday Clay Workshop; kids’ Holiday Pottery Classes & Holiday Camp; special kids’ Holiday Art Saturday Workshops; Holiday Robotics Camp & more,
See it all here.
Here’s how you can get your work or holiday shopping done during school holiday break while the kids have fun: All Sports Camp in Savannah, 9AM-Noon, Dec. 18-22 2017.
All Sports Camp in Savannah will feature activities that children between the ages of 4 and 10 love including Sweet Feet activities, basketball, cooperative games, tag games, soccer, volleyball, football, and many more.
Well-known Savannah Sweet Feet Coach Brad Nein and his group of highly trained coaches will have a daily theme with fun contests and games promoting physical activity and healthy habits for a lifetime.
Register your child between the ages of 4 and 10 for the camp online here.
Camp registration fee is $125. All activities will take place inside the St. Paul’s Gymnasium (10 W. 31st. St., Savannah, GA 31401).
This camp has been designed with you in mind. The hope is it will simplify your life by allowing you to attend to your work schedule, get your final holiday shopping complete, decorations hung, or simply catch your breath leading up to your families various events.
Please contact Coach Brad with all questions at 912-257-3989 or email Brad.SP360@gmail.com.
All Sports Camp in Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Compassion Christian Church in Savannah invites you & your family to this fun Christmas musical production “Chasing Christmas.”
The show will be 7PM Friday-Sunday, Dec. 1-3 and 8-10 @ the Worship Center @ the Compassion Christian Henderson Campus.
Chase McLane, a young, talented singer/songwriter, begrudgingly schedules a trip home from Nashville for the annual nativity at his family’s church. But when his flight is delayed due to a snowstorm, Chase encounters a series of strangers who each reveal a glimpse of God’s miracles and mysteries. When he arrives home, he realizes that this series of events may not have been a coincidence…
Tickets cost $5 and can be purchased online here and at the Resource Center or at the door.
Compassion Christian Church’s Henderson Campus
55 Al Henderson Blvd.
Savannah, GA 31419
Compassion Christian Church is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Hilton Head’s official 2017 Tree Lighting will be at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Sat. Nov. 25, 3:30-5:30PM
Santa, Mrs. Claus and Rudolph will help kick off the holiday season at the Town’s official Christmas Tree Lighting, a fun-for-the-whole-family celebration complete with Christmas music, holiday crafts, food and a musical performance from the cast of Newsies.
Sponsored by the Town of Hilton Head, the festival will be held this Saturday, November 25, from 3:30 to 5:30pm on the Arts Center’s grounds.
Part of the festival is a Holly Day Art Market, so you can your holiday shopping early while supporting local artists who will be onsite with jewelry, art, crafts, Christmas treasures and more.
Activities for children include face painting, holiday crafts and photos with Santa that will be printed to take home. Apple cider and coffee from Starbucks, Wayback burgers, hot dogs and chili, plus fresh-made empanadas and tamales, along with other treats will be available to help keep festival-goers warm, toasty and happy. There will even be beer and wine for sale.
Mayor David Bennett will light the tree as the sun begins to set. In addition to the Newsies cast performance, other entertainment includes the Bluffton School of Dance and local celebrity-singer Candace Woodson & more.
Attendees are invited to bring a non-perishable food item and/or unwrapped toy, which will be collected for Deep Well, a local charity which provides items to families in need.
Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
14 Shelter Cove Lane
Hilton Head Is. SC
YAY! Affordable gift giving for everyone with gift-making @ Henny Penny Art Space & Cafe in Savannah.
Stop in and make an adorable keepsake gift! Just $5, Monday-Saturday, the rest of November & December! All ages.
Henny Penny Art Space & Cafe also offers Adult Crafting, Pretend Play, special Saturday Workshops, Play-doh Playdates, Homeschool Meetups, Mommy & Me Crafting, Petite Picassos and storytimes.
See all the Nov/Dec. 2017 Henny Penny options here.
Monday thru Saturday, 10AM-4PM
_______________________________
About Henny Penny
Henny Penny is located at 1514 Bull St. Savannah.
Nestled just blocks from Forsyth Park, Henny Penny Art Space and Cafe also provides custom-designed arts and crafts kits for all ages, workshops, classes, and is available for booking birthday parties.
Foxy Loxy Cafe & Scribble Art Studio opened Henny Penny earlier this year.
Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Finally – your chance to partake in a Flash Mob!
The Holiday Flash Mob will perform at the Dec. 1 Lights on for Tybee holiday event in downtown Tybee.
If you would like to participate, attend the practice date 1:30PM Sat. Nov. 18 in the parking lot of Tybee Arts Assocation, No. 7 Cedarwood Avenue on Tybee Is. Choreographer is Elyse of The STUDIO in Savannah.
_________________________________
The STUDIO, www.thestudiosav.net 954.682.5694 email Elyse.TheSTUDIO@Yahoo.com, 2805B Roger Lacey Ave., Savannah, GA, 31404 The Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
__________________________________
FIND MORE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN IN OUR HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2017 HERE.
The Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus will perform classical gems & holiday favorites to get you in the spirit of the season. American Traditions Vocal Competition Gold Medalist Julie Benko, the featured soloist, will wow you with her vocal virtuosity at the 7:30 PM shows on Friday & Saturday Dec. 8 & 9 2017.
The family matinee at 3PM Sat. Dec.9 2017 is perfect for those with younger children. The kids will hear the Savannah Children’s Choir along with the Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra. There will be opportunities to sing along, clap along, and be a part of all the fun.
Oh, and keep an eye out for Santa.
Details here.
__________________________________
FIND MORE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN IN OUR HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2017 HERE.
Breakfast with Santa @ The DeSoto Savannah
Sat. Dec. 9, 2017
9AM – Noon
What better way to deliver your holiday list than in the most storied hotel in Savannah? Enjoy a breakfast buffet with the jolliest elf then take your seat on Santa’s knee. $30 ticket includes breakfast & pictures with Santa, tax, gratuity. Children 8 & younger eat free. For more details or to reserve your seat, call 912.443.2035 or click here.
_______________________________
FIND MORE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN IN OUR HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2017 HERE.
Savor the Holiday Season 2017 in Savannah & stay informed about all the fun happening with our Savannah Holiday Events Fun Guide 2017
The guide includes Christmas parades & tree lightings; Savannah Santa Train; St. Vincent’s 8th Annual Holiday Shopping Extravaganza; a Parent & Child Holiday Clay Workshop; kids’ Holiday Pottery Classes & Holiday Camp; special kids’ Holiday Art Saturday Workshops; Holiday Robotics Camp & more,
See it all here.
Tickets are now available for one of the largest annual holiday events of the Lowcountry: Savannah Santa Train 2017.
Savannah Santa Train will be Sat. Dec. 9, 2017, 9AM-5PM @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah.
Tickets: $15 per person for all guests eighteen months & older. Pre-registration is required at chsgeorgia.org/santa-train. Train rides are available every twenty minutes, so please select a time to reserve your spot. Activities-only tickets are also available for guests who do not wish to ride the train.
In addition to taking a holiday-themed ride on a steam locomotive, other highlights at this popular event include:
*build a holiday wonderland with Snapology
*caroling from Savannah Stage Company
*design a banner for local hospital patients with Savannah Children’s Museum’s “Carts with heART” program. festive,
*seasonal activities with Tails from the Lowcountry
*create holiday T-shirts with Maven Makers
*interact with arctic animals with Oatland Island.
*how to shoulder a musket during Toy Soldiers Training,
*engaging in STEAM learning to see how a chimney works during Chimney Science,
*celebrating different cultures during a “Holidays Around the World” scavenger hunt,
*taking a holiday-themed ride on a steam locomotive and sharing a Christmas wish with Santa Claus.
Donations, food, shopping
The Salvation Army will have donation stations at this event as well as an Angel Tree Donation Drive to benefit under-served children in our community. To participate, please bring an unwrapped, newly purchased gift for a child to the Angel Tree station during the event. The Salvation Army will also be bringing their mobile Canteen with free donuts, coffee and hot chocolate.
Visitors can purchase a gourmet grilled cheese from The Big Cheese food truck and have a sweet treat for dessert from Leopold’s Ice Cream.
Savannah Santa Train guests are invited to do some holiday shopping for unique, fun and educational gifts in the Georgia State Railroad Museum gift shop. On Sat. Dec. 9 there will a 15% discount on all merchandise.
This event is made possible by: the Macchiaverna – Garceau Family.
Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
You’re invited to the 9th Annual Tybee Boat Parade on Sun. Dec 3 2017 at The Original Crab Shack on Tybee Is.
The event begins at 5PM with a Hot Dog & Chili Bar. The Hot Dog & Chili Bar is FREE for EVERYONE with a Second Harvest canned food donation.
Boats depart Crab Shack docks at approximately 6PM (Tybee Time). Boats return around 7PM
Braggin’ Rights Awards will be given out after the parade. Want to decorate your boat and participate in the parade? Email stephanie@thecrabshack.com to let them know you will be participating. Participants receive 5 days of FREE dockage the week of the event, plus a $25 Crab Shack gift card.
Sunday, December 3 at 5 PM – 8 PM
The Crab Shack
40 Estill Hammock Rd
Tybee Island, Georgia 31328
_______________________________
FIND MORE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN IN OUR HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2017 HERE.
You are cordially invited to St. Vincent’s Academy for their 8th Annual Holiday Shopping Extravaganza in Savannah.
The event will be Thurs. Nov. 30, 6 – 9PM in Walsh Hall on the corner of Harris and Lincoln Streets in Savannah’s Historic District. $15/admission supports scholarship and student aid.
Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages.
Join St. Vincent’s at this one-stop holiday shopping event with over 40 local boutiques and vendors for one of our favorite events.
St. Vincent’s would like to thank their generous sponsors as well: USI Insurance, Ashley’s Business Solutions, Bahama Joe’s, Southeastern Heating & Air, and JanPro.
FREE HOLIDAY PARKING
The City of Savannah is offering a holiday parking deal every Thursday and Friday in starting Nov. 23 through Dec. 22.
The first three hours in any city-owned garage is free. Any time over three hours is the daily rate.
Garages included: Bryan Street, Liberty Street, Robinson garage on Montgomery Street, State Street Garage and the Whitaker Street Garage.
Details here.
St. Vincent’s Academy, 207 E. Liberty St. Savannah 31401, www.svaga.net , St. Vincent’s Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Henny Penny Art Space & Cafe in Savannah is knocking it out of the park – or, studio – this Winter 2017 with loads of fun weekly classes, fun open studio themes, Saturday workshops & homeschool meetups – for all ages.
New programs to get exited about: Pretend Play on Mondays, 1-4PM & Homeschool Meet Up on Wednesdays, 2-4PM.
See all the Nov/Dec. 2017 Henny Penny classes, the homeschool meet-up schedule & Saturday workshops here.
For the special Saturday workshops below, please register your child in advance as space is limited. Pre-register at thescribbleartstudio.com.
___________________________
Homeschool Meet Ups
Homeschool Meet Up at Henny Penny Art Space and Café. Each week, Henny Penny will offer an artist inspired art project. No registration required, just show up. 2-4PM Wednesdays. Different theme each week. See the schedule here.
Homeschool Meet Up
2-4PM Wednesdays | $7; $5 for siblings
Weekly art project inspired by famous artists! No pre-registration required, just show up!
Dec. 6, Van Gogh
Dec. 13, Clay Birds
Dec. 20, Nancy Wolff Kokka
Dec. 27, Paul Klee
____________________________
Weekday Classes
All Ages
Ms. Jami’s Storytime Art
Mondays, 10:30am-12:30pm | $5
Pretend Play
Mondays, 1pm-4pm | $7
Join us for dress up fun! Each week we’ll make something new and exciting to fuel kids love for creative play! Ages 3 and under might need parental assistance.
Play Doh Play Dates
Tues. & Thurs., 10am-4pm | $5
Cookie cutters, rolling pins, we’ve got everything to make wonderful play doh creations in our “mini” kitchen.
Mommy & Me Crafty Mornings
Wednesdays, 10AM-Noon | All Ages | $5
Dec. 6, Tree Ornament
Dec. 13, Gingerbread House
Dec. 20, Snowman Snow Globes
Dec. 27,New Year Fireworks Art
Homeschool Meet Up
Wednesdays, 2pm-4pm | $7; $5 for siblings
Join us for a weekly art project inspired by famous artists! No pre-registration required, just show up.
Adult Crafting
Thursdays, 1-4pm | $10
Nov. 30, changed to Fairy Mobiles
Dec. 7, Holiday Garland Part I
Dec. 14, Holiday Garland Part II
Dec. 21, Tiny Trees for your Table
Dec. 28, Peg Doll Cake Toppers
Petite Picassos!
Fridays, 10am-4pm | All Ages | $5
Kids paint at their very own “petite” sized easels! Sit back and relax with a coffee, we’ll provide your little artist with everything needed to make their own masterpiece.
Calling All Animal Lovers
Saturdays, 9am-5pm | All Ages | $5
Paint a different animal on canvas each week.
_________________________________
Open Studio
All Ages
Kids love to create. Henny Penny loves to help, providing a variety of art materials for your child to make something uniquely special.
Monday thru Friday, 10AM-4PM | Cost: $5
Saturdays, 9AM-5PM | Cost: $5
_________________________________
Special Saturday Workshops
All Ages • 3-4pm • $20. Please register your child in advance as space is limited. Pre-register at thescribbleartstudio.com
See the schedule in the top image above.
_______________________________
About Henny Penny
Henny Penny is located at 1514 Bull St. Savannah.
Nestled just blocks from Forsyth Park, Henny Penny Art Space and Cafe also provides custom-designed arts and crafts kits for all ages, workshops, classes, and is available for booking birthday parties.
Foxy Loxy Cafe & Scribble Art Studio opened Henny Penny earlier this year.
Scribble Art Studio is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Experience “Holidays on Broughton 2017” festivities that kick off with a tree-lighting Nov. 24 in downtown Savannah.
The Broughton Street merriment includes the 50-foot Broughton Street holiday tree at the corner of Broughton and Bull Streets, seasonal music performances and Santa visits on certain days through Dec. 31.
“Holidays on Broughton” also will include:
HOLIDAY KICK-OFF CEREMONY AND TREE LIGHTING
Corner of Broughton & Bull Streets
Fri. Nov. 24, 5PM
Broughton Street officially welcomes the holiday season with the lighting off the 50-foot holiday tree adorned with glistening lights! Come celebrate Holidays on Broughton, with musical performances, Santa’s arrival and more.
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
Corner of Broughton & Bull streets
Fri Nov. 24, 5-9PM
Sat. Nov. 25 10AM-2PM
Bring your own camera for an opportunity to take a photo with Santa! Located underneath the holiday tree at the corner of Broughton and Bull Streets.
Professional photography not available.
FREE HOLIDAY PARKING
The City of Savannah is offering a holiday parking deal every Thursday and Friday in starting Nov. 23 through Dec. 22.
The first three hours in any city-owned garage is free. Any time over three hours is the daily rate.
Garages included: Bryan Street, Liberty Street, Robinson garage on Montgomery Street, State Street Garage and the Whitaker Street Garage.
Details here.
In support of Small Business Saturday, shopping is made easy with three hours of free parking on Sat. Nov. 25 in any city-owned parking garage, sponsored by the City of Savannah. Daily rates apply after the first three hours of free parking.
_______________________________
FIND MORE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN IN OUR HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2017 HERE.
SEE THE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN GUIDE 2017 HERE.
Don’t miss Savannah’s Lighted Christmas Parade 2017 starting West River Street at 5:30PM Sat. Dec. 2 2017, traveling throughout downtown and ending at Ellis Square.
The parade marks the official arrival of St. Nick, so this is one event you don’t want to miss!
The lighted parade starts at 5:30PM Dec. 2 on the west end of River Street and will travel throughout downtown, ending in City Market. See the parade route here.
This year’s parade will have over 40 community groups and businesses with multiple units of decorated cars, trucks, floats, and trolleys. Even the walking groups are wrapped in Christmas lights.
SEE THE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN GUIDE 2017 HERE.
Christmas on the River
FIRST FRIDAY & SATURDAY
DEC 1-3, 2017
Rousakis Riverfront Plaza 115 East River Street Savannah, GA 31401
It’s a holiday celebration on Historic River Street. Rousakis Plaza will be full of regional arts & crafts exhibitors with holiday gifts and stocking stuffers to check off of your Christmas list. Music and local entertainment will take place on the Arbor Stage throughout the weekend leading up to Savannah’s Lighted Christmas Parade.
Weekend festivities will kick-off Fri. Dec. 1 from 4-10PM with First Friday Fireworks at 9:30PM and continue on Sat. Dec. 2. For more details including an entertainment schedule, click here.
Event Times
Fri. Dec. 1, 4-10PM
Sat. Dec. 2 10AM-8PM
Sun. Dec. 3 12:30-6PM
Admission: Free & open to public
Phone: (912) 234-0295
SEE THE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN GUIDE 2017 HERE.
__________________
FREE HOLIDAY PARKING
The City of Savannah is offering a holiday parking deal every Thursday and Friday in starting Nov. 23 through Dec. 22.
The first three hours in any city-owned garage is free. Any time over three hours is the daily rate.
Garages included: Bryan Street, Liberty Street, Robinson garage on Montgomery Street, State Street Garage and the Whitaker Street Garage.
Details here.
SEE THE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN GUIDE 2017 HERE.
It’s a Christmas parade, Savannah style!
On Sat. Nov. 25, 2017, about 35 lighted vessels parade both sides of the waterfront. The Holiday Boat Parade of Lights 2017 starts at 7:15 PM.
You can watch the parade along River Street, free of charge.
Or you can enjoy live music performances, a tree lighting ceremony & a fireworks extravaganza at The Westin. Cost: $10 admission per person for the Savannah Harbor Foundation. Online tickets available here. There will also be a collection of toys and gift cards for Greenbriar Children’s Center
Schedule of Events @ the Westin
5PM – 10PM – Holiday Concessions
6PM – Savannah Pipes and Drums
6:15PM – Proclamation Read by General Oglethorpe & tree lighting ceremony
6:20PM – Tree Lighting Ceremony
6:30PM – Musical Entertainment
7:15PM – Cannon Fire to Start the Parade
9PM- Fireworks
More information on the Savannah Harbor Foundation’s Boat Parade of Lights here.
_________________________________
FIND MORE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN IN OUR HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2017 HERE.
A Christmas Carol, live production @ Tybee Post Theater
Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 30-Dec. 2 2017, 7:30PM
Three performances only.
FEFC Youth Ensemble Theater, which delighted sold-out audiences at the Post Theater with performances of “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” and “Pride and Prejudice” presents Charles Dickens’ timeless “A Christmas Carol” to welcome the holiday season.
Adaptation of the original novella written by Charles Dickens. While some language has been altered for a modern audience, most of the script draws from the source of this powerful, popular drama.
This classic tale will be performed by a cast of 29 and directed by Sandra Koleber.
Thurs., Nov. 30, Fri., Dec. 1, and Sat., Dec. 2. Performances all at 7:30PM. Tickets $15 adults; $7 children 12 & younger. For tickets: 912-472-4790 or visit tybeeposttheater.org
______________________________________
Holiday Movies 2017 @ Tybee Post Theater
“The Star”
The story of the first Christmas through a new set of eyes, a donkey named Bo who follows the Star with new friends and they become accidental heroes in story of the first Christmas.
Four showings: Thurs. and Fri., Dec. 14-15 at 7PM, and Sun., Dec. 17, at 3 & 7PM. Cost: Adults, $7 and children 12 & younger $5. Tickets available here.
“A Christmas Story”
The 1983 favorite featuring Ralphie who dreams of his ideal Christmas gift, a Red Ryder B.B. gun.
Two showings: Sat. Dec. 23, 3 & 7PM. Cost: Adults $7, children $5. Tickets available here.
______________________________________
LOCATION
The Tybee Post Theater
10 Van Horne Ave.
Tybee Is. GA 31328
_______________________________________
FIND MORE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN IN OUR HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2017 HERE.
Enjoy an 8K, a kiddie race, and lots of after-race games & activities perfect for all ages including a Best Cookie contest among top pastry chefs in the area at the 8th Annual Reindeer Run, Sat. Dec. 16 2017 @ the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center.
One of Savannah’s best family-oriented run events, the Reindeer Run benefits the important work of the Rape Crises Center of the Coastal Empire.
Proceeds support the Prevention Education program at the Rape Crisis Center which offers healthy relationship resources and training for local schools, colleges and organizations, including Safer, Smarter Kids, Anti-Bully, Safe Dates, and Sexual Harassment curriculum.
Younger children will enjoy a FREE kiddie race beginning at 8:45AM. The 8K for youth and adults will begin at 9AM.
Discount if you register before Dec. 1 2017.
Learn more here.
____________________________________
FIND MORE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN IN OUR HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2017 HERE.
Lights on for Tybee 2017: Christmas tree lighting
6:30PM Fri. Dec. 1 2017
A celebratory Tybee tradition downtown with the tree lighting
Mayor Buelterman lights the Christmas tree at the Roundabout. Following the lighting ceremony, the choir – led by performers with the Tybee Arts Performing Society – will lead you from the tree to the steps of Historic Carbo House for holiday entertainment & singalongs.
Tybee Beautification will present the Best Decorated Business awards. Gretchen Greene School of Dance students will perform
Followed by the arrival of Santa Claus.
Plus, gently falling snowflakes from the Sea & Breeze throughout the evening.
Complimentary refreshments will be available at participating locations throughout downtown during the evening celebration.
______________________________________
House of the Christmas Mouse: Holiday Shopping for Kids
Dec 2-3, 2017
The Tybee Arts Association welcomes kids to come to the Arts Center for this year’s House of the Christmas Mouse. There will be a plethora of Christmas gifts at children prices available for your little ones to do their holiday shopping on Sat Dec. 2 (10AM – 1PM & 4-6PM) and Sun. Dec. 3 (10AM-2PM). Plus, horse drawn carriage rides will be offered on Saturday.
The Arts Center
7 Cedarwood Ave.
Tybee Is. GA, 31328
_____________________________________
Tybee Island Christmas Parade 2017
Sat. Dec. 2 2017, 1-4 PM
Line the streets and share your holiday joy as festive, spirited participants lead Santa from the 14th Street beachfront parking lot to the Tybee Gym. Following the parade, kids can spend time with Santa & enjoy the games and activities provided by the YMCA of Coastal GA – Tybee Island Branch.
Learn more here.
______________________________________
The Tour de Christmas Lights bike parade
7PM Sat. Dec. 9 2017
Light up your bikes & golf carts. The Tour de Christmas Lights parade begins & ends at A-J’s Dockside (1315 Chatham Ave.).
Registration: 3-6PM. The oyster roast, door prizes, and raffle drawing begin at 4:30PM. The “best of” judging begins at 6PM. The parade will start at 7PM.
After the winner is announced, the riding begins for touring the island’s lights & downtown spontaneous stops. Proceeds & donations benefit the Rising TYde Community Food Pantry.
______________________________________
18th Annual Tybee Polar Bear Plunge
Noon, New Year’s Day, Mon. Jan. 1 2018
Dress up, have fun & jump into the Atlantic with thousands of your closest friends @ noon to celebrate the beginning of 2018.
Tybee Island Pier and Pavilion, Tybee Island, GA 31328
COST: Adults $25; Kids younger than 12: $15
Register for this event here.
‘Tis the Season lighting & entertainment spectacular
Shelter Cove Towne Center, Hilton Head Is.
Activities & entertainment includes visits from Santa & Mrs. Claus, Horse & Carriage Rides, Rock Wall, Skating Rink, Bounce Houses, Movies in the Park, Zip Line, Local Group Performances.
Park your car, stroll through the lights, enjoy nightly events. Part of proceeds to benefit People for Parks.
Presented by Kroger, Belk & the merchants of Shelter Cove Towne Centre, ‘Tis the Season will run from Nov. 20 – Dec. 30 and will be open to the public nightly from 5:30-9PM.
Schedule of events (more to come):
Sat. Nov. 18
8AM The Meatball Run
Every Night, Nov 20 – Dec 30
5:30-9PM Lights are on!
Fri. Dec. 1
4-8PM – Winter Wonderland Festival
5-7PM – Mr. and Mrs. Claus
Sat. Dec. 2
5-7PM – Mr. and Mrs. Claus
Thurs. Dec. 7
6PM- Movie in the Park- Polar Express
Fri. Dec. 8
5-7PM – Santa Claus
Sat. Dec. 9
5-7PM – Mr. and Mrs. Claus
Thurs. Dec. 14
6PM- Movie in the Park- Elf
Fri. Dec. 15
5-7PM – Mr. and Mrs. Claus
Sat. Dec. 16
5-7PM – Mr. and Mrs. Claus
Thurs. Dec. 21
6PM Movie in the Park- Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Fri. Dec. 22
5-7PM – Mr. and Mrs. Claus
Sat. Dec. 23
5-7PM – Mr. and Mrs. Claus
Fri. Dec. 29
9AM-1PM – Red Cross Blood Drive
Bluffton Christmas Parade 2017
10AM Sat. Dec. 2
The 2017 Bluffton Christmas Parade will begin on Bridge Street, turn on Calhoun Street, down to May River Road, to Pin Oak Street where it will end at Pin Oak and 9th Ave. Road closures will begin at 8AM.
Free & open to the public
_____________________________
FIND MORE SAVANNAH HOLIDAY FUN IN OUR HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2017 HERE.
