12 Things to Do in Savannah This Week · July 2–5, 2026

Arts & Culture

Loyalists & Liberty: Savannah in the American Revolution Opening Reception

Opening reception for a landmark exhibition featuring 17 restored Revolutionary War-era cannons and artifacts recovered from the Savannah River, with light refreshments provided.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM · Savannah History Museum, 303 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd

Loyalists & Liberty Exhibit Featuring American Revolutionary War Cannons

Multi-week exhibit at Savannah History Museum showcasing 17 newly restored Revolutionary War-era cannons and dozens of artifacts recovered from the Savannah River in 2021-22.

Friday, July 3, 2026 9:00 AM · Savannah History Museum

Grease at the Historic Savannah Theatre

The beloved musical Grease runs through August 1 at America's longest continuously operating theatre, with nightly performances at 8 PM.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 8:00 PM · Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull Street

Festivals & Special Events

Stars & Stripes Celebration

A patriotic daytime celebration along the Savannah riverfront perfect for the 4th of July holiday weekend.

Friday, July 3, 2026 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM · Savannah Riverfront

Free Events

First Friday July

Monthly First Friday arts and culture crawl through Savannah's galleries and creative spaces, this month coinciding with the 4th of July holiday weekend.

Friday, July 3, 2026 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM · Downtown Savannah

City Hall Lighting: Independence Day

The City of Savannah lights up City Hall in honor of Independence Day.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 · Savannah City Hall

Board Games at The Gallery Espresso

Casual weekly board game meetup at Gallery Espresso, a beloved Savannah coffee shop, open to all.

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 6:00 PM · The Gallery Espresso, Savannah

Outdoors & Active

July 4th FIREWORKS Sunset Turner Creek Paddle

Kayak and paddle outing on Turner Creek timed for the July 4th sunset and fireworks, hosted by the Savannah Kayak & Outdoor Adventurers Community Meetup Group.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 7:00 PM · Turner Creek, Savannah

Music & Nightlife

Cardiel (Venezuela/Mexico) + Cicadakult + One Lonely Goat

International indie/alt rock showcase presented by Aurafest and NeuroSound Booking, featuring Venezuelan/Mexican band Cardiel alongside local acts Cicadakult and One Lonely Goat.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM · Victory North Savannah, 2603 Whitaker St

Date Night

Pilates and Punches at The Alida Rooftop

Social fitness class combining Pilates and boxing on the rooftop of The Alida hotel with views of the Savannah skyline.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 6:45 PM · The Alida Hotel, Savannah

Family-Friendly

Hot Goat Summer – Slushies & Farm Snuggles

A summer farm experience with frozen slushies and goat cuddles at Flowertown Charm, perfect for families and animal lovers.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 6:00 PM · Flowertown Charm

Food & Drink

Trivia Night with Jess Shaw

Weekly trivia night hosted by Jess Shaw at Service Brewing Company every Wednesday evening.

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 6:30 PM · Service Brewing Company, 574 Indian Street, Savannah