The Savannah area has 15 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Festival of Trees in Savannah on November 19 to Savannah Christmas Market in Savannah, which runs through January 3. 13 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Georgia, part of our guide for every state.
The short version
- 15 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Savannah for 2026, in Savannah
- First: Festival of Trees, Savannah, November 19. Runs latest: Savannah Christmas Market, Savannah, through January 3
- Free: Festival of Trees, Savannah Christmas Market, Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Gingerbread Display, Letters to Santa, Holiday Kickoff at Eastern Wharf, Discovery Days: Santa's Letters, Discovery Corner: Santa's Letters, Discovery Corner: Wooden Ornaments, Savannah's Waterfront Dance & Musical Performances, Lighted Christmas Street Parade, Winter Wonderland Storytime and Discovery Days: Wooden Ornaments
- Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Georgia Christmas train rides page.
Savannah Christmas events for kids at a glance
- Kids’ Christmas events
- 15 confirmed for 2026
- Cities
- Savannah
- Season
- November 19, 2026 to January 3, 2027
- Free events
- 13
- Kinds of events
- Santa visit, holiday crafts, holiday parade and holiday lights
- Last checked
Plan your December
When each Savannah Christmas event for kids happens
The first is Festival of Trees in Savannah on November 19; the last runs to January 3. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.
- Festival of TreesSavannah · Nov 19 to Jan 3
- Savannah Christmas MarketSavannah · Nov 19 to Jan 3
- Christmas Tree Lighting CeremonySavannah · Nov 27
- Letters to SantaSavannah · Nov 27
- Gingerbread DisplaySavannah · Nov 27 to Dec 31
- Holiday Kickoff at Eastern WharfSavannah · Nov 28
- Holiday Cookie DecoratingSavannah · Nov 28 to Dec 19
- Discovery Days: Santa's LettersSavannah · Dec 2
- Discovery Corner: Santa's LettersSavannah · Dec 4
- Discovery Corner: Wooden OrnamentsSavannah · Dec 11
- Savannah's Waterfront Dance & Musical PerformancesSavannah · Dec 11 to Dec 12
- Lighted Christmas Street ParadeSavannah · Dec 12
- Winter Wonderland StorytimeSavannah · Dec 16 to Dec 30
- Brunch with SantaSavannah · Dec 20
- Discovery Days: Wooden OrnamentsSavannah · Dec 23
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Christmas events for kids in Savannah
15 confirmed events for kids in Savannah, soonest first.
Savannah: Festival of Trees
Holiday lightsFreePlant Riverside District · Savannah
- Host
- Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Power Plant Building Lobby, Plant Riverside District, 400 W River Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Thursday, November 19, 2026 to Sunday, January 3, 2027 (on display daily)
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The annual Festival of Trees fills the lobby of the Power Plant building at Plant Riverside District with a forest of dazzling Christmas trees, each representing a local business or organization. It runs from November 19, 2026 to January 3, 2027, and admission is free.
Because it is indoors and free, the festival is an easy stop for families visiting the Savannah Christmas Market, which opens the same day. The Gingerbread Display joins it in the same lobby from November 27. The district lists the festival among its holiday offerings alongside the tree lighting, Santa activities and cookie decorating, so it fits into a longer visit to the riverfront.
Parent tip: The festival is indoors, which helps on a chilly or rainy evening.
See dates and details from Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)Savannah: Savannah Christmas Market
Santa and Mrs. ClausFreePlant Riverside District · Savannah
- Host
- Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Plant Riverside District, 400 W River Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Thursday, November 19, 2026 to Sunday, January 3, 2027 (daily, 11 am to 9 pm; some vendors closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day)
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Savannah Christmas Market at Plant Riverside District is a European-style outdoor holiday market open from November 19, 2026 through January 3, 2027. It is open seven days a week from 11 am to 9 pm, though some vendors may be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. More than 50 booths offer local and regional gifts, decor and treats, along with hot chocolate and Belgian waffles.
For families the market adds live entertainment, holiday performances, children's activities and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, who visit on several occasions. The Festival of Trees and the Gingerbread Display are in the Power Plant lobby. Entry is free and the market runs rain or shine. Paid public parking and valet service are available steps away.
Parent tip: Santa and Mrs. Claus visit on select dates; follow the district's social media for schedule updates.
See dates and details from Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)Savannah: Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Story time with Mrs. ClausFreePlant Riverside District · Savannah
- Host
- Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- MLK Park at Plant Riverside District, 400 W River Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Friday, November 27, 2026, 6:30 to 7:30 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place Friday, November 27, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in MLK Park at Plant Riverside District. It is the official grand opening of the Savannah Christmas Market and kicks off the holiday season, and the district calls it a popular family-friendly event.
Before the tree is lit, Roger Moss gives a live reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, and the Southeast Coast Gospel Choir performs under the direction of Delandrian Aikens. Santa and Mrs. Claus make special appearances. Admission is free. Afterward, families can walk through the market, see the Festival of Trees and look at the Gingerbread Display in the Power Plant lobby, which opens the same day.
Parent tip: Letters to Santa at Turbine Market + Cafe runs the same afternoon, from 3 to 6 pm.
See dates and details from Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)Savannah: Gingerbread Display
Holiday eventFreePlant Riverside District · Savannah
- Host
- Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Power Plant Building Lobby, Plant Riverside District, 400 W River Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Friday, November 27, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (on display daily)
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Plant Riverside District's award-winning pastry team spends several months creating a spectacular gingerbread display, and it is on view in the lobby of the Power Plant Building from November 27 through December 31, 2026. Admission is free. The district calls the unveiling a beloved holiday tradition.
The display shows off the detail and craftsmanship of the district's chefs, and the district encourages families to stop for holiday photos in front of it. Seasonal treats and warm drinks are available nearby. It pairs easily with the Festival of Trees in the same lobby and the Savannah Christmas Market outside, so families can see several holiday sights in one short visit.
Parent tip: Pair it with the Festival of Trees in the same lobby.
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Santa visitFreePlant Riverside District · Savannah
- Host
- Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Turbine Market + Cafe, Plant Riverside District, 400 W River Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Friday, November 27, 2026, 3 to 6 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Kids of all ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
At Plant Riverside District, children of all ages can write and decorate their own letters to Santa using specially designed stationery, colorful pens and stickers. They share their Christmas wishes, draw pictures and then drop the finished letters into a special holiday mailbox. The activity runs Friday, November 27, 2026, from 3 to 6 pm at Turbine Market + Cafe.
Each letter is mailed so that Santa can send a personalized reply to the child's home. The activity is free and no reservations are required. Holiday drinks are available for purchase at the cafe. The district marks the activity as running on multiple days, so check the event page for any added dates.
Parent tip: Include a return address so Santa's reply can find its way home.
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Holiday craftsPlant Riverside District · Savannah
- Host
- Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Turbine Market + Cafe, Plant Riverside District, 400 W River Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Saturday, November 28, 2026 to Saturday, December 19, 2026 (multiple dates at 2 pm; see the event page for specific days), 2 pm
- Cost
- $30 per participant
- Ages
- Kids and adults
- Sign-up
- Recommended
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Plant Riverside District hosts a holiday cookie decorating class for kids and adults, guided by its talented pastry chefs. Each participant decorates holiday cookies and takes the creations home. Sessions begin at 2 pm on multiple dates from November 28 to December 19, 2026, at Turbine Market + Cafe.
The cost is $30 per participant. Only the people who decorate need a ticket, so adults who come along with children without taking part do not have to buy one. Space is limited and reservations are strongly encouraged. Check the event page for the specific dates before you book, since the page lists a range rather than each session.
Parent tip: Only participating individuals need a ticket. Reserve early because space is limited.
See dates and details from Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)Savannah: Holiday Kickoff at Eastern Wharf
Holiday paradeFreeSavannah's Waterfront · Savannah
- Host
- Savannah's Waterfront (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- The Park at Eastern Wharf, 201 Port Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Saturday, November 28, 2026, 5 to 9 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Holiday Kickoff at Eastern Wharf starts the Christmas on the River season on Saturday, November 28, 2026, from 5 to 9 pm at The Park at Eastern Wharf. The evening includes the yearly lighting of the Eastern Wharf Christmas trees, Santa Claus stopping by, food trucks and live entertainment.
The 25th Annual Savannah Lighted Boat Parade starts at 7 pm. Over 30 boats decked out in holiday lights travel from Eastern Wharf to the Talmadge Bridge and return, doing the loop two times behind the Georgia Queen Riverboat. The park serves as parade headquarters and is a top place to watch, and anyone can see the parade at no cost. That night the Savannah Christmas Market at Plant Riverside District is also busy and offers another viewing option.
Parent tip: The boat parade lasts from 7 to 9 pm. Rousakis Riverfront Plaza and the riverwalk also offer good views.
See dates and details from Savannah's Waterfront (opens in a new tab)Savannah: Discovery Days: Santa's Letters
Santa visitFreeLive Oak Public Libraries · Savannah
- Host
- Live Oak Public Libraries (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Bull Street Library (Children's Play Area), 2002 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 4 to 5 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Primary, ages 6 to 11
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Discovery Days is a hands-on program for curious minds, where children explore art, crafts, languages, STEM and more. The December 2 session, Santa's Letters, takes place in the Bull Street Children's Play Area at the Bull Street Library from 4 to 5 pm. It is listed for primary-age children, ages 6 to 11, in the crafts category.
The Bull Street Library is at 2002 Bull Street in Savannah and is run by Live Oak Public Libraries. Library programs are free to attend. A similar Santa's Letters craft, called Discovery Corner, is offered at the West Broad Library on Friday, December 4, so families on the west side of town have a second option. Check the event page for registration details.
Parent tip: Check the event page for registration details.
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Santa visitFreeLive Oak Public Libraries · Savannah
- Host
- Live Oak Public Libraries (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- West Broad Library, 1110 May Street, Savannah, GA 31415
- When
- Friday, December 4, 2026, 3:45 to 4:45 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Primary, ages 6 to 11
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Discovery Corner helps kids prepare for the holidays by making a special letter to Santa. Every child decorates a festive page, writes or draws their wishes and adds personal creative details. The session meets Friday, December 4, 2026, from 3:45 to 4:45 pm at the West Broad Library.
The program is aimed at primary age kids, ages 6 to 11, and is filed under crafts. West Broad Library shares a building with the West Broad YMCA at 1110 May Street in Savannah and belongs to Live Oak Public Libraries. Attending library programs costs nothing. The calendar shows more Discovery Corner crafts on later Fridays, such as wooden ornaments on December 11.
Parent tip: Look at the event page for sign-up information.
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Holiday craftsFreeLive Oak Public Libraries · Savannah
- Host
- Live Oak Public Libraries (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- West Broad Library, 1110 May Street, Savannah, GA 31415
- When
- Friday, December 11, 2026, 3:45 to 4:45 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Primary, ages 6 to 11
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Discovery Corner at the West Broad Library invites children to decorate and personalize wooden ornaments using markers and other simple craft supplies. The session is Friday, December 11, 2026, from 3:45 to 4:45 pm, and it is listed for primary-age children, ages 6 to 11.
Wooden ornaments make an easy keepsake or gift for the tree. The West Broad Library is co-located at the West Broad YMCA at 1110 May Street in Savannah and belongs to Live Oak Public Libraries, whose programs are free to attend. The calendar lists additional Friday sessions in the Discovery Corner series, so check the event page for registration details and for the other dates.
Parent tip: Check the event page for registration details.
See dates and details from Live Oak Public Libraries (opens in a new tab)Savannah: Savannah's Waterfront Dance & Musical Performances
Holiday showFreeSavannah's Waterfront · Savannah
- Host
- Savannah's Waterfront (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- MLK Park at Plant Riverside District, 400 W River Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Fri December 11 (5 to 7:30 pm) and Sat December 12 (noon to 4:30 pm), 2026
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
As part of Christmas on the River, selected local dance groups, cheer squads and bands present festive shows in MLK Park at Plant Riverside District. Performances run Friday, December 11, 2026, from 5 to 7:30 pm and Saturday, December 12, from 12 to 4:30 pm. The shows bring energetic entertainment and plenty of holiday cheer to the riverfront.
Admission is free and open to the public. The performances sit alongside the Savannah Christmas Market, and Saturday visitors can stay for the 34th Annual Lighted Christmas Street Parade, which begins at 5:30 pm that evening. The page does not list which groups will perform, so check the Savannah's Waterfront calendar for updates.
Parent tip: Saturday's shows end before the 5:30 pm parade, so families can do both.
See dates and details from Savannah's Waterfront (opens in a new tab)Savannah: Lighted Christmas Street Parade
Holiday paradeFreeSavannah's Waterfront · Savannah
- Host
- Savannah's Waterfront (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Plant Riverside District (parade start), 400 W River Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Saturday, December 12, 2026, 5:30 to 7 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
As one of the main Christmas on the River events, the Lighted Christmas Street Parade kicks off at Plant Riverside District at the west end of River Street, moves toward the East Broad Ramp and then snakes through downtown on Bay, Lincoln, Broughton and Jefferson Streets. It happens Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 pm.
This long running regional favorite includes community floats, cars, trolleys and groups on foot, and each entry has to be fully covered in Christmas lights. Anyone may watch for free. Earlier in the day there are dance and music shows in MLK Park at Plant Riverside District, and the Savannah Christmas Market opens every day, so you can fit a few stops into one outing.
Parent tip: Expect to pay for parking downtown. Plant Riverside District has both public and valet options.
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Holiday story timeFreeLive Oak Public Libraries · Savannah
- Host
- Live Oak Public Libraries (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Oglethorpe Mall Library, 7 Mall Annex, Savannah, GA 31406
- When
- Wed December 16 and Wed December 30, 2026, 10:30 to 11:30 am
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Preschool, ages 0 to 5
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Oglethorpe Mall Library offers a Winter Wonderland Storytime for children from birth to age 5, with stories, songs and activities for young listeners. The library lists two sessions, Wednesday, December 16 and Wednesday, December 30, 2026, each from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
The library is part of Live Oak Public Libraries and is located at 7 Mall Annex in Savannah. The system says its storytimes feature age-appropriate activities that help children build language and early literacy skills. Programs at Live Oak libraries are free to attend. Check the event page for registration notes and for any change of date before you go. Wednesday morning storytimes are a good fit for toddlers and preschoolers who still nap in the afternoon, and the second session falls in the week between Christmas and New Year's Day, when many families look for a quiet outing close to home.
Parent tip: Check the event page for registration notes before you go.
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Breakfast with SantaPlant Riverside District · Savannah
- Host
- Plant Riverside District (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Salzburg Ballroom, Plant Riverside District, 400 W River Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Sunday, December 20, 2026, 11 am to 2 pm
- Cost
- Tickets from $65
- Ages
- Family friendly
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Children meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at a family-friendly brunch in the decorated Salzburg Ballroom at Plant Riverside District on Sunday, December 20, 2026, from 11 am to 2 pm. Guests enjoy an elaborate holiday-themed buffet filled with Christmas favorites, and a full bar is available for adults.
Festive entertainment, including cheerful holiday music, adds to the atmosphere, and the hosts promise special surprises for all ages. Tickets start at $65, and reservations are required for this popular event, so book early through the Reserve Now link on the event page. The ballroom is inside the Plant Riverside District complex on West River Street in downtown Savannah.
Parent tip: Reservations are required; book early.
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Holiday craftsFreeLive Oak Public Libraries · Savannah
- Host
- Live Oak Public Libraries (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Bull Street Library (Children's Play Area), 2002 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401
- When
- Wednesday, December 23, 2026, 4 to 5 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Primary, ages 6 to 11
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Discovery Days is a hands-on program where curious minds explore art, crafts, languages, STEM and more. The December 23 session, Wooden Ornaments, takes place in the Bull Street Children's Play Area at the Bull Street Library from 4 to 5 pm. It is listed for primary-age children, ages 6 to 11, in the crafts category.
Because it falls two days before Christmas, the session is a handy last-minute craft for children who want to hang a homemade ornament or give one as a gift. The Bull Street Library is at 2002 Bull Street in Savannah and is run by Live Oak Public Libraries, whose programs are free to attend. Check the event page for registration details.
Parent tip: Check the event page for registration details.
See dates and details from Live Oak Public Libraries (opens in a new tab)Looking further afield? Our Georgia Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Atlanta, Augusta, GA, Columbus, GA and Athens, GA. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
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What Christmas events for kids are in Savannah in 2026?
We confirmed 15 Christmas events for kids in Savannah for 2026 on each host’s own page: Festival of Trees in Savannah (November 19), Savannah Christmas Market in Savannah (November 19), Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Savannah (November 27), Gingerbread Display in Savannah (November 27), Letters to Santa in Savannah (November 27), Holiday Cookie Decorating in Savannah (November 28), Holiday Kickoff at Eastern Wharf in Savannah (November 28), Discovery Days: Santa's Letters in Savannah (December 2), Discovery Corner: Santa's Letters in Savannah (December 4), Discovery Corner: Wooden Ornaments in Savannah (December 11), Savannah's Waterfront Dance & Musical Performances in Savannah (December 11), Lighted Christmas Street Parade in Savannah (December 12), Winter Wonderland Storytime in Savannah (December 16), Brunch with Santa in Savannah (December 20) and Discovery Days: Wooden Ornaments in Savannah (December 23). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.
What Christmas events for kids are in Savannah, Georgia?
For families in and around Savannah, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Festival of Trees (Nov 19, 2026 to Jan 3, 2027, free); Savannah Christmas Market (Daily, Nov 19, 2026 to Jan 3, 2027, 11 am to 9 pm, free); Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony (Fri, Nov 27, 2026, 6:30 to 7:30 pm, free); Gingerbread Display (Nov 27 to Dec 31, 2026, free); Letters to Santa (Fri, Nov 27, 2026, 3 to 6 pm, free); Holiday Cookie Decorating (Multiple dates, Nov 28 to Dec 19, 2026, at 2 pm, $30 per participant); Holiday Kickoff at Eastern Wharf (Sat, Nov 28, 2026, 5 to 9 pm, free); Discovery Days: Santa's Letters (Wed, Dec 2, 2026, 4 to 5 pm, free); Discovery Corner: Santa's Letters (Fri, Dec 4, 2026, 3:45 to 4:45 pm, free); Discovery Corner: Wooden Ornaments (Fri, Dec 11, 2026, 3:45 to 4:45 pm, free); Savannah's Waterfront Dance & Musical Performances (Fri, Dec 11, 5 to 7:30 pm, and Sat, Dec 12, 12 to 4:30 pm, free); Lighted Christmas Street Parade (Sat, Dec 12, 2026, 5:30 to 7 pm, free); Winter Wonderland Storytime (Wednesdays, Dec 16 and Dec 30, 2026, 10:30 to 11:30 am, free); Brunch with Santa (Sun, Dec 20, 2026, 11 am to 2 pm, tickets from $65); Discovery Days: Wooden Ornaments (Wed, Dec 23, 2026, 4 to 5 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Savannah section of this page.
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Savannah?
Yes. 13 of the 15 events here are free: Festival of Trees in Savannah, Savannah Christmas Market in Savannah, Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Savannah, Gingerbread Display in Savannah, Letters to Santa in Savannah, Holiday Kickoff at Eastern Wharf in Savannah, Discovery Days: Santa's Letters in Savannah, Discovery Corner: Santa's Letters in Savannah, Discovery Corner: Wooden Ornaments in Savannah, Savannah's Waterfront Dance & Musical Performances in Savannah, Lighted Christmas Street Parade in Savannah, Winter Wonderland Storytime in Savannah and Discovery Days: Wooden Ornaments in Savannah. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.
Where can kids see Santa in Savannah this December?
Santa appears at Savannah Christmas Market in Savannah (November 19), Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Savannah (November 27), Letters to Santa in Savannah (November 27), Holiday Kickoff at Eastern Wharf in Savannah (November 28), Discovery Days: Santa's Letters in Savannah (December 2), Discovery Corner: Santa's Letters in Savannah (December 4) and Brunch with Santa in Savannah (December 20). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.
Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Savannah?
Holiday story times on this page: Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Savannah and Winter Wonderland Storytime in Savannah. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.
Where can we have breakfast or a meal with Santa in Savannah?
Meals with Santa confirmed for 2026: Brunch with Santa in Savannah (Sun, Dec 20, 2026, 11 am to 2 pm). These usually sell out, so book as soon as you pick a date.
Which Savannah Christmas events are best for toddlers?
These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Winter Wonderland Storytime in Savannah (Preschool, ages 0 to 5).
Are there kids' Christmas events in Savannah on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?
Yes: Festival of Trees in Savannah (through January 3), Savannah Christmas Market in Savannah (through January 3), Gingerbread Display in Savannah (through December 31) and Winter Wonderland Storytime in Savannah (through December 30).
How much is Festival of Trees in Savannah?
Free. Festival of Trees is on Thursday, November 19, 2026 to Sunday, January 3, 2027 (on display daily) at Power Plant Building Lobby, Plant Riverside District. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Savannah Christmas Market in Savannah?
Free. Savannah Christmas Market is on Thursday, November 19, 2026 to Sunday, January 3, 2027 (daily, 11 am to 9 pm; some vendors closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day) at Plant Riverside District. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Savannah?
Free. Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is on Friday, November 27, 2026, 6:30 to 7:30 pm at MLK Park at Plant Riverside District. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Gingerbread Display in Savannah?
Free. Gingerbread Display is on Friday, November 27, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (on display daily) at Power Plant Building Lobby, Plant Riverside District. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Letters to Santa in Savannah?
Free. Letters to Santa is on Friday, November 27, 2026, 3 to 6 pm at Turbine Market + Cafe, Plant Riverside District. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday Cookie Decorating in Savannah?
$30 per participant. Holiday Cookie Decorating is on Saturday, November 28, 2026 to Saturday, December 19, 2026 (multiple dates at 2 pm; see the event page for specific days), 2 pm at Turbine Market + Cafe, Plant Riverside District. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday Kickoff at Eastern Wharf in Savannah?
Free. Holiday Kickoff at Eastern Wharf is on Saturday, November 28, 2026, 5 to 9 pm at The Park at Eastern Wharf. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Discovery Days: Santa's Letters in Savannah?
Free. Discovery Days: Santa's Letters is on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 4 to 5 pm at Bull Street Library (Children's Play Area). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Discovery Corner: Santa's Letters in Savannah?
Free. Discovery Corner: Santa's Letters is on Friday, December 4, 2026, 3:45 to 4:45 pm at West Broad Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Discovery Corner: Wooden Ornaments in Savannah?
Free. Discovery Corner: Wooden Ornaments is on Friday, December 11, 2026, 3:45 to 4:45 pm at West Broad Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Savannah's Waterfront Dance & Musical Performances in Savannah?
Free. Savannah's Waterfront Dance & Musical Performances is on Fri December 11 (5 to 7:30 pm) and Sat December 12 (noon to 4:30 pm), 2026 at MLK Park at Plant Riverside District. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Lighted Christmas Street Parade in Savannah?
Free. Lighted Christmas Street Parade is on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 5:30 to 7 pm at Plant Riverside District (parade start). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Winter Wonderland Storytime in Savannah?
Free. Winter Wonderland Storytime is on Wed December 16 and Wed December 30, 2026, 10:30 to 11:30 am at Oglethorpe Mall Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Brunch with Santa in Savannah?
Tickets from $65. Brunch with Santa is on Sunday, December 20, 2026, 11 am to 2 pm at Salzburg Ballroom, Plant Riverside District. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Discovery Days: Wooden Ornaments in Savannah?
Free. Discovery Days: Wooden Ornaments is on Wednesday, December 23, 2026, 4 to 5 pm at Bull Street Library (Children's Play Area). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Savannah?
Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Savannah Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.
