Savannah events & things to do in October 2027
Start with Forsyth Park, Bonaventure Cemetery, plus Savannah Historic District Squares. October in Savannah averages 26°C / 78°F highs, 15°C / 59°F nights, and about 12 rainy days.
Expect 26°C/78°F days and about 12 rainy ones in October. Start with these:
- Forsyth Park★ 4.8 · 19.5k reviewsThirty-acre park south of the historic core, anchored by the 1858 fountain, shaded walks, lawns, and a Saturday farmers market.
- Bonaventure Cemetery★ 4.7 · 826 reviewsLarge Victorian cemetery east of town known for live oaks, funerary sculpture, and bluff views over the Wilmington River.
By TripSapien · Updated October 29, 2026
Savannah in October 2027
Weather
TempTemperature
78°F / 59°F
25.5°C / 15.2°C
RainPrecipitation
12d
3.3in · 83.1mm
LightDaylight
11.8h
Fall walking weather, ghost tours, and festivals make October one of the best months.
Events & festivals
Event calendar- Oct 23 – Oct 30
International short and animation film festival.
Planning lead · projected date · Source: festival calendar
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Oct 11Columbus DayPublic holiday
- Oct 9-Oct 11Long weekend
About Savannah
City overview
Savannah is a planned colonial city of shaded squares, live oaks, river warehouses, and a strong preservation layer around the Historic District and Victorian District. The calendar swings from spring garden weather to heavy summer heat, fall ghost-tour and festival demand, and mild winter weekends.
Food & drink
Savannah food leans coastal Southern: shrimp and grits, crab stew, fried green tomatoes, biscuits, pralines, and seafood near the river or marsh. The strongest dining mix is split between polished Historic District restaurants, Starland casual spots, and beach seafood on Tybee.
Top sights
Ranked for October suitability using weather, setting, ratings, and review volume.
- 1Savannah Historic District Squares
- 2Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
- 3Telfair Museums
- 4River Street
- 5SCAD Museum of Art
- 6Tybee Island
1Savannah Historic District Squares
4.8★ · 290outdoorOpen dailyA grid of pocket squares framed by churches, houses, museums, and inns; walking square-to-square is the core Savannah experience.
2Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
4.8★ · 7,521indoorOpen dailyTwin-spired Gothic Revival church with stained glass and murals, a major visual anchor near Lafayette Square.
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3Telfair Museums
4.5★ · 797indoorClosed MonThree-site museum group including the Telfair Academy, Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters, and the contemporary Jepson Center.
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4River Street
Former cotton warehouses along the Savannah River, now restaurants, bars, shops, and cobblestone ramps down from Bay Street.
5SCAD Museum of Art
Contemporary museum run by Savannah College of Art and Design, giving the historic city a strong student and design layer.
Wikipedia6Tybee Island
Beach town and lighthouse island 30 minutes from the Historic District, useful when heat makes inland sightseeing harder.
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Neighborhoods
1Historic District
Squares, inns, museums, churches, and restaurants in the walkable core north of Forsyth Park.
2Victorian District
Colorful 19th-century houses, quieter blocks, and the south edge of Forsyth Park.
3Starland District
Creative corridor with SCAD influence, murals, small galleries, coffee, vintage shops, and casual restaurants.
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- 4River Street
Touristy riverfront nightlife and warehouse restaurants, best for a short evening walk rather than an all-day base.
- 5Ardsley Park
Residential early-20th-century streets with broad medians, useful for architecture walks away from the visitor crowds.
- 6Tybee Island
Beach-and-pier escape with lighthouse history, seafood shacks, and a completely different pace from the squares.
- 7Abercorn Heights-Lamara Heights-Ridgewood-Poplar Heights
- 8Abercorn Heights/Lamara Heights/Ridgewood
Abercorn Heights/Lamara Heights/Ridgewood in Savannah offers American restaurants and shopping malls, including the Habersham Shopping Center and The 5 Spot Midtown - Neighborhood Kitchen and Bar.
- 9Avalon/Oglethorpe Mall Area
A suburban Savannah district organized around Abercorn Street and Oglethorpe Mall, well south of the historic squares.
- 10Baldwin Park
A residential area with The Stacks Bookstore.
- 11Bingville
- 12Brookview/Skidway Terrace/Parkview
- 13Chippewa
The Savannah Theatre, the oldest building on the square, dating back to 1818. It's located at the intersection of Bull Street and McDonough Street, surrounded by several other historic squares.
- 14Dale Terrace-Olympus-Victory Square
This area contains Le Café Gourmet Bakery.
- 15East Victorian District
East Victorian District in Savannah features The Sentient Bean, a coffee shop.
- 16Groveland
- 17Highland Park
- 18Hitch Village/Fred Wessels Homes
In Savannah, Hitch Village/Fred Wessels Homes features the cocktail bar Bar Julian.
- 19Liberty City/Summerside
Liberty City/Summerside in Savannah is home to the Savannah Youth Museum.
- 20Lynhurst/Rivers End
- 21Medical Arts
- 22Metropolitan
Metropolitan has local stops such as Foxy Loxy Cafe for Tex-Mex and coffee, Wormhole for live music and late-night eats, and Big Bon Bodega for healthy breakfast options. Other spots include Kava House for artisanal brews and Superbloom for coffee and craft nights.
- 23Midtown
- 24North Historic District
The North Historic District in Savannah features the Savannah Theatre, the Jepson Center, and the Telfair Academy, surrounded by cocktail bars, American restaurants, and jewelry stores like Levy Jewelers.
- 25Oakdale
- 26Oakhurst
- 27Old West Broad Neighborhood
Old West Broad Neighborhood in Savannah is home to the Georgia State Railroad Museum, a history museum located at a historic Central of Georgia Railway site.
- 28Paradise Park
- 29Robert Hitch Village
Robert Hitch Village in Savannah is known for its American restaurants and the notable Pirates' House.
- 30Sackville
Day trips
29km / 30 min by car
Tybee Island Lighthouse & Beach
Barrier-island beach, pier, lighthouse, and casual seafood, easiest as a half-day from the Historic District.
15km / 20 min by car
Wormsloe State Historic Site
Live-oak avenue, tabby ruins, and colonial Georgia interpretation south-east of town.
50km / 1h by car
Hilton Head Island
Resort beaches, bike trails, golf, and dolphin tours across the South Carolina line.
Getting around
The Historic District is best on foot, with DOT fare-free shuttles and ferries covering some visitor routes. A car helps for Tybee, Wormsloe, Bonaventure, and late-night returns from outlying districts.
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Common questions about Savannah in October
- What to pack for Savannah in October
Pack for October's weather, not a generic Savannah checklist.
- Layerable daytime clothes for average highs around 26°C / 78°F.
- A light evening layer because nights average 15°C / 59°F.
- Compact rain gear and shoes that handle wet pavement across about 12 rainy days.
- How many days do you need in Savannah
- 3 days covers the main Savannah highlights at a realistic pace. Add 3 extra days if you want the listed day trips.
- Is Savannah worth visiting in October
- Yes. October in Savannah averages 26°C / 78°F highs, 15°C / 59°F nights, and about 12 rainy days.
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