By Lila Miller
AH yes, the strange expanse of the week between the Christmas holidays and the New Year. Instead of drifting between a state of nostalgic melancholy and cautious optimism for the future, why not check out some of the events happening this week!? If you’d like your event featured here, please email Lilamillermedia@gmail.com. Happy New Year to all! May this year be better than the last.
Mon. Dec. 29
Open Mic Night with the Poetry Co-op
Want to try out some poetry and embrace your feelings? Join the poetry open mic night this Monday and every Monday at Water Witch. All levels of poets from literary to just starting out are welcome to join. Follow Instagram @ thepoetryco.op for more information. Free. 6:30 p.m. Water Witch, 2220 Bull St.
Tue. Dec. 30
Festive Yuletide Tours at the Davenport House
Last chance to see the Yuletide tour before it ends! Attendees are warmly invited to enjoy this seasonal opportunity to step into the ornate world of the Davenports during the holidays, complete with historically accurate décor and an illuminating examination of Savannah’s holiday traditions in the 1800s. All guided tours during this period will include a special holiday interpretation of the Davenport House. Now through January 3. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students ages 18-21, $10 for children ages 6-17 and free for children under 6. Tickets are currently available online at davenporthousemuseum.org. Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Davenport House, 323 E. Broughton St.
Wed. Dec.31
New Year’s Eve with Wymberly
Say goodbye to 2025 and welcome in 2026 at Bowl & Brew. Featuring a performance with Wymberly, special live countdown, and a free champagne toast at midnight! No cover! Free, drinks vary. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Bowl and Brew, 323 E. Broughton St.
Dry New Years Eve House Party at Your Space
Join Your Space Collective for a dry (no alcohol) family friendly party. DJ Spits will be keeping the party going with karaoke 8:30-9:30 p.m. and dance music 10-11 p.m. Other performers include Dope Knife and Slerrrp. Heated outdoors and indoor options. Screening Shrek on the big screen. All ages welcome, kids 12 and under are free. All food menus are under $10, hookah $5. Entry is a $10 donation. 8 p.m. Your Space, 2022 W. Bay St.
Thu. Jan. 1
2 Years of Ice Tub Club
Celebrate two years of the Savannah Ice Tub Club! Yoga, sauna, wellness vendors, tunes from DJ Jose Ray, do the polar plunge without driving to Tybee Island! $25 entry. Doors at 12, yoga at 12:30, sauna and cold plunge 1:30-4 p.m. Starland Yard, 2411 De Soto Ave.
New Year’s Day Oyster Roast
Come decompress with Two Tides after the holiday season! Our favorite way to kick-off the New Year is back. Oysters, even more eats by Crispi, live music & *the chillest* De Soto Hangs. Free entry, oyster roast tickets $50, Ticket includes all you can eat steamed oysters for their annual New Year's Day Oyster Roast. Drinks, oysters on the half shell, and food from Crispi will be available for purchase on-site the day of the event. Tickets available via their website twotidesbrewing.com. 12-5 p.m. Two Tides Brewery, 12 W. 41st St.
Fri. Jan. 2
First Friday Art March
Love all things artsy? Come take a walk around the Starland District on the first Friday of every month and experience different exhibitions as local galleries open their doors for artist receptions and new exhibitions to the general public. Participating galleries include ARTS Southeast, Gallery 2424, Cute Tomatoes, Nomad Society, and more. Check out @Starlandfirstfridays on Instagram for a full list of participating galleries. Free. 5-9 p.m. Starland District.
Violin Virtuoso Annual Fundraising with Amici Music
Join classical music organization Amici Music for their fundraising efforts. They are thrilled to be able to bring down an incredible violinist from the Republic of Georgia named Irina Rostomashvili, January 2-6. They will do a program entitled "VIOLIN VIRTUOSO" that will include works by Clara Schumann, Massenet, Saint-Saens, and the amazing Franck Violin Sonata. Visit Amicimusic.org for specific locations and times.
Holiday Date Night: Meet Me in St. Louis
Join the cultural arts center for a free screening of “Meet Me in St. Louis” perfect for date night. Judy Garland and Margaret O'Brien star in this heartwarming tale of the emotional trauma of the colorful members of an early 20th century St. Louis family experience when they learn their father has been transferred--and they will have to move to New York. Based on the short stories of Sally Benson. Judy Garland sings "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" and "The Trolly Song." Margaret O'Brien won a special Juvenile Academy Award For Outstanding Child Actress of 1944." This event is free and open to the public. No advance tickets required. Free. 7 p.m. Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center, 201 Montgomery St.
Sat. Jan. 3
Fearful Symmetry Goth Night
Fearful Symmetry Goth Night is a monthly dance party hosted by Ash Black and Avel Veeta at the Wormhole.. Join us for gothy vibes, spooky music and way too much eyeliner. If you love Post Punk, New Wave, Industrial and other Goth adjacent sounds, then mark your calendar because this is a fog-drenched dance party for you! Tickets via eventbrite $13.39. 9:30 p.m. Wormhole Bar, 2307 Bull St.
Forsyth Farmers Market
Shop local from farmers you can trust! Find your fruits and vegetables with peace of mind from local farmers. Hit up the Forsyth Farmers Market for your local fresh produce and goods from rotating farms and vendors. Be prepared to see everyone you know and their mother-in-law. Get some flowers along the way. Year round. Free. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Forsyth Park.
Mutual Aid Sharing
Join the Savannah Democratic Socialists of Savannah (DSA) for a mutual aid sharing of food, clothing, hygiene products, and more. Stop by to donate or help yourself to something if in need. Reach out to them via Instagram @dsasavannah. Free. 3-5 p.m. on the corner of Waters Ave. and 37th St.
Sun. Jan. 4
Food Not Bombs in Savannah
Into mutual aid, cooking, and sharing meals? People could use a good meal now more than ever. Check out the Savannah chapter of Food Not Bombs, an organization that serves food to all who want or need a decent meal. Interested in more mutual aid events? Check out @hostesscitymutualaid on Instagram. Free. 7-9:30 p.m. Wells Park.