Visit festivals, fairs, holiday and special events for the Georgia Coast and Islands travel region through 2013. Please call listings contact numbers for fees and more info.
The Paula Deen Tour - 6/20-6/23 & 6/27-6/30/13 at 10am
Join us for a tour all about Savannah's Queen of Southern Cuisine. Hear the story of Paula's meteoric rise to fame and the most up to date Paula Deen "dish". Tour includes a narrated history of Paula Deen through the Savannah Historic District, pointing out specific points of interest related to Paula Deen, her family and personal story. The tour also features some interesting trivia about Southern Cuisine. Included with your tour is a Southern Buffet lunch at Uncle Bubba's Restaurant. Our guests will also recieve a "Fast Pass" to the legendary Lady and Sons restaurant for taking our tour. Tickets are $29 - $49. Reservations are required. Phone: 888-910-TOUR - Address: 214 West Boundary Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401
Full Moon Bike Ride Down Suwannee River Sill - 6/22/13 at 8:30-9:30pm
Bring your bike or rent one from the park for this ranger-led ride under the full moon. Look for alligators eyes shining bright red. Listen to gators bellowing and to a chorus of frogs and toads. Look for snakes resting on the pavement still warm from the day. Listen for owls and watch bats overhead. Cross your fingers for a shooting star! Registration Required. $5 Refuge Parking Fee. Phone: 912-637-5274 - Address: Stephen C. Foster State Park, 17515 Hwy. 177, Fargo, GA
Daily Life of a Civil War Soldier - 7/2-7/6, 7/9-7/13, 7/16-7/20, 7/23-7/27 & 7/30-7/31/13
Learn about the American Civil War, soldier life, medicine, infantry, weapons and more from staff historians. Handicap Accessible. Cost is $3.50 - $6.50. Starts 1pm. Phone: 912-727-2339 - Address: Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Jekyll Island July 4 Celebration - 7/4/13 at 9-11:30pm
Fireworks and families from across the region will be present on Jekyll Island for the day-long showing of patriotism. Celebrate freedom. Celebrate America. $5 parking fee. Free admission. Phone: 800-841-6586 - Address: 711 North Beachview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
4th of July Celebration at St. Marys - 7/4/13 at 9am-10pm
Celebrate the 4th of July in a small-town atmosphere in St. Marys with a parade, fireworks display, entertainment, arts, crafts and food vendors, kids' rides, entertainment throughout the day, a street dance and one of the largest fireworks displays in SE Georgia. Free admission and parking. Phone: 912-882-4000 - Address: 111 Osborne St, St. Marys, GA 31558
The Paula Deen Tour - 7/4-7/7/13 at 10am
Join us for a tour all about Savannah's Queen of Southern Cuisine. Hear the story of Paula's meteoric rise to fame and the most up to date Paula Deen "dish". Tour includes a narrated history of Paula Deen through the Savannah Historic District, pointing out specific points of interest related to Paula Deen, her family and personal story. The tour also features some interesting trivia about Southern Cuisine. Included with your tour is a Southern Buffet lunch at Uncle Bubba's Restaurant. Our guests will also recieve a "Fast Pass" to the legendary Lady and Sons restaurant for taking our tour. Tickets are $29 - $49. Reservations are required. Phone: 888-910-TOUR - Address: 214 West Boundary Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401
Holiday Weekend Gaslight Tours - 7/5/13 at 6:45 pm
The elegant Birthplace of Juliette Low will open for special evening tours. See the grand home in the glittering low light of the gaslight era, and let imagination transport you back to the past. The historic house is a must see destination for Savannah' visitors, especially for rare evening tours. So travel back to 1886 and the gaslight era. Call for tickerts. Phone: 912-233-4501 - Address: Birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, National Historic Landmark, 10 East Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA 31401 - Located at the corner of Bull Street and Oglethorpe Avenue.
Family Nature Quest - 7/6/13 at 10am-12noon
Want to learn about nature as a family? Come to our “fundana” activities each month and learn about a different topic. There will be 12 quests, and at each program the family will receive one bandana about the topic. The family that completes the most quests will receive a bonus bandana. Cost is $10 per family plus $5 parking fee. Phone: 912-882-5256 - Address: Crooked River State Park, 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, St. Marys, GA 31558
Disaster Strikes Savannah - 7/12/13 at 4pm
Disasters are the ultimate combination of nature with culture that alters people's physical, mental, emotional, and economic circumstances. Explore how the Gordon family dealt with Yellow Fever, a powerful earthquake, a devastating fire, a deadly hurricane and the destructive boll weevil. Phone: 912-233-4501 - Address: Birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, 10 East Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah, GA 31404
Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes - 7/13/13 at 2-6pm
Each Second Saturday, visit Geechee Kunda for the Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes concert series featuring various artists, mainly blues musicians. Geechee Kunda is a living cultural museum which tells the stories of former slaves who lived in Riceboro. Geechee Kunda is also constantly researching the history of Africans brought to America and sharing their story. Phone: 912-884-4440 - Address: Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center & Museum, 622 Ways Temple Rd., Riceboro, Georgia 31323
Liberian Independence Celebration - 7/13/13
The celebration will feature entertainers, music, music, food and more! Attendees will also learn the history of Africa's first Black Republic and its connection to Coastal Georgia and Liberty County in particular. Phone: 912-884-4440 - Address: Geechee Kunda, 622 Ways Temple Rd., Riceboro, GA 31323
A House Divided: One family's Civil War Journeys - 7/19/2013
Explore Savannah’s Civil War experience through the eyes of the Gordon family. Tours are $15 and pqarking is $5. Phone: 912-233-4501 - Address: Birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, National Historic Landmark, 10 East Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA 31401
Daily Life of a Civil War Soldier - 8/1-8/3, 8/6-10, 8/13-8/17, 8/20-8/24 & 8/27-8/31/13
Learn about the American Civil War, soldier life, medicine, infantry, weapons and more from staff historians. Handicap Accessible. Cost is $3.50 - $6.50. Starts 1pm. Phone: 912-727-2339 - Address: Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Something for All the World - 8/2/2013 at 4:30pm
Discover how Juliette Gordon Low, known for funny and unusual antics, artistic talent and disorganization founded the world's largest organization for girls and women. Includes a special viewing of the Girl Scout collection which includes uniforms, insignia, books, etc. Tour by reservation only. Phone: 912-233-4501 - Address: Birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, National Historic Landmark, 10 East Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA 31401
Family Nature Quest - 8/3/13 at 10am-12noon
Want to learn about nature as a family? Come to our “fundana” activities each month and learn about a different topic. There will be 12 quests, and at each program the family will receive one bandana about the topic. The family that completes the most quests will receive a bonus bandana. Cost is $10 per family plus $5 parking fee. Phone: 912-882-5256 - Address: Crooked River State Park, 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, St. Marys, GA 31558
Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes - 8/10/13 at 2-6pm
Each Second Saturday, visit Geechee Kunda for the Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes concert series featuring various artists, mainly blues musicians. Geechee Kunda is a living cultural museum which tells the stories of former slaves who lived in Riceboro. Geechee Kunda is also constantly researching the history of Africans brought to America and sharing their story. Phone: 912-884-4440 - Address: Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center & Museum, 622 Ways Temple Rd., Riceboro, Georgia 31323
Annual Labor Day Weekend Catfish Festival - 8/31 at 7am-6:30pm, 9/1 at 12noon-6pm & 9/2/13 at 7am-6pm
Nothing goes better with crispy fried catfish than a succulent serving of music. Scheduled events include a parade, free concerts, arts and crafts booths, fried catfish and other food booths, antiques and collectibles, entertainment, children's amusement area, a 5K run, a classic car and tractor exhibition, and the annual Lions Club Pancake Breakfast. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking. Phone: 912-729-5999 - Location: S Lee St, Kingsland, GA 31548
Holiday Weekend Gaslight Tours - 9/1/13 at 6:45 pm
The elegant Birthplace of Juliette Low will open for special evening tours. See the grand home in the glittering low light of the gaslight era, and let imagination transport you back to the past. The historic house is a must see destination for Savannah' visitors, especially for rare evening tours. So travel back to 1886 and the gaslight era. Call for tickerts. Phone: 912-233-4501 - Address: Birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, National Historic Landmark, 10 East Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA 31401 - Located at the corner of Bull Street and Oglethorpe Avenue.
Annual Labor Day Weekend Catfish Festival - 9/1 at 12noon-6pm & 9/2/13 at 7am-6pm
Nothing goes better with crispy fried catfish than a succulent serving of music. Scheduled events include a parade, free concerts, arts and crafts booths, fried catfish and other food booths, antiques and collectibles, entertainment, children's amusement area, a 5K run, a classic car and tractor exhibition, and the annual Lions Club Pancake Breakfast. Handicapped Accessible event. Free admission and parking. Phone: 912-729-5999 - Location: S Lee St, Kingsland, GA 31548
Daily Life of a Civil War Soldier - 9/3-9/7, 9/10-9/14 & 9/17-9/21/13
Learn about the American Civil War, soldier life, medicine, infantry, weapons and more from staff historians. Handicap Accessible. Cost is $3.50 - $6.50. Starts 1pm. Phone: 912-727-2339 - Address: Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Family Nature Quest - 9/7/13 at 10am-12noon
Want to learn about nature as a family? Come to our “fundana” activities each month and learn about a different topic. There will be 12 quests, and at each program the family will receive one bandana about the topic. The family that completes the most quests will receive a bonus bandana. Cost is $10 per family plus $5 parking fee. Phone: 912-882-5256 - Address: Crooked River State Park, 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, St. Marys, GA 31558
Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes - 9/14/13 at 2-6pm
Each Second Saturday, visit Geechee Kunda for the Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes concert series featuring various artists, mainly blues musicians. Geechee Kunda is a living cultural museum which tells the stories of former slaves who lived in Riceboro. Geechee Kunda is also constantly researching the history of Africans brought to America and sharing their story. Phone: 912-884-4440 - Address: Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center & Museum, 622 Ways Temple Rd., Riceboro, Georgia 31323
Full Moon Bike Ride Down Suwannee River Sill - 9/20/13 at 7:30-8:30pm
Bring your bike or rent one from the park for this ranger-led ride under the full moon. Look for alligators eyes shining bright red. Listen to gators bellowing and to a chorus of frogs and toads. Look for snakes resting on the pavement still warm from the day. Listen for owls and watch bats overhead. Cross your fingers for a shooting star! Registration Required. $5 Refuge Parking Fee. Phone: 912-637-5274 - Address: Stephen C. Foster State Park, 17515 Hwy. 177, Fargo, GA
Shrimp & Grits: The Wild Georgia Shrimp Festival - 9/20 - 9/22/13
A weekend celebration of two of Georgia's most beloved foods - shrimp and grits. The festival features a cook-off, shrimp boat tours, cooking demonstrations, book signings, over 100 arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment and a kid-friendly fun zone. This festival is a must-see for any food lover. Fees for various activities are $10-$40 each. Location: Jekyll Island, Georgia
Daily Life of a Civil War Soldier - 10/1 - 10/4, 10/8 - 10/11, 10/15 - 10/18, 10/22 - 10/25 & 10/29 - 10/31/13
Learn about the American Civil War, soldier life, medicine, infantry, weapons and more from staff historians. Handicap Accessible. Show at 1pm. Cost is $3.50 - $6.50. Phone: 912-727-2339 - Address: Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Disaster Strikes Savannah - 10/4/2013 at 4pm
Disasters are the ultimate combination of nature with culture that alters people's physical, mental, emotional, and economic circumstances. Explore how the Gordon family dealt with Yellow Fever, a powerful earthquake, a devastating fire, a deadly hurricane and the destructive boll weevil. Phone: 912-233-4501 - Address: Birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, 10 East Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah, GA 31404
Family Nature Quest - 10/5/13 at 10am-12noon
Want to learn about nature as a family? Come to our “fundana” activities each month and learn about a different topic. There will be 12 quests, and at each program the family will receive one bandana about the topic. The family that completes the most quests will receive a bonus bandana. Cost is $10 per family plus $5 parking fee. Phone: 912-882-5256 - Address: Crooked River State Park, 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, St. Marys, GA 31558
45th Annual Rock Shrimp Festival - 10/5/13 at 9am-5pm
This event continues its long-standing tradition of family fun with a full day of events including a pancake breakfast, 5K run, kids' activities, a themed parade featuring decorated floats, fire trucks, tractors, golf carts, and more. Downtown will be overflowing with all day entertainment, demonstrations, arts & crafts vendors, food concessionaires, and, of course, the sweet tasting rock shrimp that is the events namesake. Free admission and parking. Phone: 912-882-4000 - Address: 111 Osborne St., St. Marys, GA 31558
9th Annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest - 10/10 - 10/13/13
Swashbucklers of all ages will converge on Tybee Island, an island paradise located just 20 minutes east of historic Savannah. Every Columbus Day weekend, Tybee Island transforms into a lively pirate village, celebrating the colorful seafaring history that defines the Georgia coast. Event Hours: Thursday at 6-11pm, Friday at 5-11pm, Saturday at 10-11pm and Sunday as 12:30-4pm. Fees are $15-$30 each. Phone: 912-786-5444 - Location: Tybrisa & Strand Avenue, Tybee Island, GA 31328
Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes - 10/12/13 at 2-6pm
Each Second Saturday, visit Geechee Kunda for the Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes concert series featuring various artists, mainly blues musicians. Geechee Kunda is a living cultural museum which tells the stories of former slaves who lived in Riceboro. Geechee Kunda is also constantly researching the history of Africans brought to America and sharing their story. Phone: 912-884-4440 - Address: Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center & Museum, 622 Ways Temple Rd., Riceboro, Georgia 31323
Full Moon Bike Ride Down Suwannee River Sill - 10/18/13 at 7-8pm
Bring your bike or rent one from the park for this ranger-led ride under the full moon. Look for alligators eyes shining bright red. Listen to gators bellowing and to a chorus of frogs and toads. Look for snakes resting on the pavement still warm from the day. Listen for owls and watch bats overhead. Cross your fingers for a shooting star! Registration Required. $5 Refuge Parking Fee. Phone: 912-637-5274 - Address: Stephen C. Foster State Park, 17515 Hwy. 177, Fargo, GA
Family Nature Quest - 11/2/13 at 10am-12noon
Want to learn about nature as a family? Come to our “fundana” activities each month and learn about a different topic. There will be 12 quests, and at each program the family will receive one bandana about the topic. The family that completes the most quests will receive a bonus bandana. Cost is $10 per family plus $5 parking fee. Phone: 912-882-5256 - Address: Crooked River State Park, 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, St. Marys, GA 31558
Daily Life of a Civil War Soldier - 11/5 - 11/9, 11/12 - 11/16, 11/19-11/23 & 11/26-11/30/13
Learn about the American Civil War, soldier life, medicine, infantry, weapons and more from staff historians. Handicap Accessible. Show at 1pm. Cost is $3.50 - $6.50. Phone: 912-727-2339 - Address: Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes - 11/9/13 at 2-6pm
Each Second Saturday, visit Geechee Kunda for the Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes concert series featuring various artists, mainly blues musicians. Geechee Kunda is a living cultural museum which tells the stories of former slaves who lived in Riceboro. Geechee Kunda is also constantly researching the history of Africans brought to America and sharing their story. Phone: 912-884-4440 - Address: Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center & Museum, 622 Ways Temple Rd., Riceboro, Georgia 31323
Full Moon Bike Ride Down Suwannee River Sill - 11/16 & 11/17/13 at 5:30-6:30pm
Bring your bike or rent one from the park for this ranger-led ride under the full moon. Look for alligators eyes shining bright red. Listen to gators bellowing and to a chorus of frogs and toads. Look for snakes resting on the pavement still warm from the day. Listen for owls and watch bats overhead. Cross your fingers for a shooting star! Registration Required. $5 Refuge Parking Fee. Phone: 912-637-5274 - Address: Stephen C. Foster State Park, 17515 Hwy. 177, Fargo, GA
Daily Life of a Civil War Soldier - 12/3 - 12/7, 12/10 - 12/14, 12/17-12/21 & 12/23-12/28/13
Learn about the American Civil War, soldier life, medicine, infantry, weapons and more from staff historians. Handicap Accessible. Show at 1pm. Cost is $3.50 - $6.50. Phone: 912-727-2339 - Address: Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Family Nature Quest - 12/7/2013 at 10am-12noon
Want to learn about nature as a family? Come to our “fundana” activities each month and learn about a different topic. There will be 12 quests, and at each program the family will receive one bandana about the topic. The family that completes the most quests will receive a bonus bandana. Cost is $10 per family plus $5 parking fee. Phone: 912-882-5256 - Address: Crooked River State Park, 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, St. Marys, GA 31558
Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes - 12/14/13 at 2-6pm
Each Second Saturday, visit Geechee Kunda for the Rice, Riddum, N' Rimes concert series featuring various artists, mainly blues musicians. Geechee Kunda is a living cultural museum which tells the stories of former slaves who lived in Riceboro. Geechee Kunda is also constantly researching the history of Africans brought to America and sharing their story. Phone: 912-884-4440 - Address: Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center & Museum, 622 Ways Temple Rd., Riceboro, Georgia 31323
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