September 2026 Events in Coastal Georgia & the Lowcountry
events September 1, 2026
events September 1, 2026
September 2026 Events & Things to Do in Coastal Georgia and the Lowcountry
September is one of the best months to experience life along Coastal Georgia and the South Carolina Lowcountry. The summer heat begins to ease, local farmers markets are still overflowing with seasonal produce, waterfront festivals return, and communities from Savannah to Hilton Head come alive with live music, family events, seafood celebrations, and outdoor gatherings.
Whether you're a long-time local, new to the area, or planning a weekend exploring the coast, this guide highlights some of the most anticipated September 2026 events in Savannah, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Effingham County, the Golden Isles, Tybee Island, Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, Bluffton, Brunswick, and Daufuskie Island.
At The Trisha Cook Team, we believe real estate is about much more than finding a home—it's about discovering the communities, traditions, and local lifestyle that make Coastal Georgia and the Lowcountry such incredible places to live. If you're considering moving to Savannah, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Bluffton, Hilton Head, or anywhere along the coast, experiencing these local events is one of the best ways to get to know the character of each community.
When: Sept 5 | 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Where: The Park at Eastern Wharf
Live music, DJ sets cultural storytelling performances, family-friendly activities, and soul food classics waits.
More Information: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Bit25kvQ2/
When: Sept 13 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Where: 224 W Saint Julian Street
Explore local galleries and studios with complimentary refreshments.
More Information: https://www.facebook.com/share/17vfTHa6pJ/
When: Sept 17| 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Fort Pulaski National Monument
Fort Pulaski National Monument opens its gates at no charge to mark Constitution Day.
More Information: https://tinyurl.com/4659rmfc
When: Sept 18 – 20 | Various times
Where: 10 Whitaker Street, 15 E Liberty & 400 W Ricer Street
Savannah's signature fall music celebration returns with three days of jazz performances, including free concerts and nationally recognized musicians performing throughout the city.
More Information: https://savannahjazz.org/festival/2026-festival-schedule/
When: Sept 25 – 27
Where: Savannah Convention Center
Hundreds of live tattoo artists, daily competitions, sideshows, and entertainment.
More Information: https://villainarts.com/shows/savannah-ga/
When: Sept 5 | 7:00 PM
Where: District Square Food Hall – Springfield, GA
Live music is back! Don't miss Les Oiseaux Trois for a fantastic night out.
More Information: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EUej1kZdM/
When: Sept 19 | Registration will open at 7:30
Where: South Effingham High School
Support our cadets at the 17th Annual South Effingham NJROTC Cadet 5K! The race takes place at South Effingham High School, starting at the football stadium.
More Information: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DtpsnhUs3/
When: Sept 26 | 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Where: SUNMED – 135 Goshen Road
Bingo meets botany! Come play a few rounds, enjoy a fun night out, and win yourself a new starter plant.
More Information: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BJD5A3gb6/
When: Sept 5–6 | Live music begins at 7:00 PM | Fireworks Sunday at dark
Where: Tybee Pier & Pavilion
This free, family-friendly event features live music, dancing, and a fireworks show over the ocean. Bring your own beach blanket.
More Information: https://visittybee.com/event/tybee-island-labor-day-beach-bash-2026/11924
When: Sept 4 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Downtown Brunswick
It takes place every month on the first Friday festival featuring live music, food trucks, and local shopping.
More Information: https://www.brunswickga.org/downtown-dev/page/first-friday-0
When: Sept 19 | 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Where: Silver Bluff Brewing Company – Brunswick
Celebrate the original Golden Isles Oktoberfest! Enjoy indoor and outdoor bars, commemorative steins, authentic German food, live music, and classic games.
More Information: https://www.goldenisles.com/event/silverbluff-oktoberfest-2026/111749/
When: Sept 19 – 20 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Postell Park in Pier Village – St. Simons Island
Enjoy an easy, walkable market experience! Shop directly from makers and catch live demonstrations showing how their art comes to life.
More Information: https://www.goldenisles.com/event/crafts-in-the-village/111293/
When: Sept 5| 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: Fort McAllister State Historic Park
Bring your family to Fort McAllister for a fun and educational day where living historians fire muskets and bring the past to life.
More Information: https://livingrichmondhillga.com/event/labor-day-celebration-at-fort-mcallister-2/
When: Sept 6 | 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Where: 3203 Fort McAllister Road
The fireworks exhibition will commence immediately following sundown.
More Information: https://livingrichmondhillga.com/event/labor-day-fireworks-3/
When: Sept 19 | 6:30 – 10:30 PM
Where: The Wetlands Center in JFG Park
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring legacy at our special community fundraiser.
More Information: https://livingrichmondhillga.com/event/annual-black-tie-gala/
When: Sept 12 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: Tanger Outlets Savannah
Discover military vehicles and meet local first responders at this family-friendly Touch-a-Truck event!
More Information: https://www.pooler-ga.gov/event/patriot-day-celebration/
When: Sept 4 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Where: New Riverside Barn Park
Bluffton’s outdoor concert series is back at New Riverside Barn Park! Join friends and family for an evening of live music under the open sky.
More Information: https://www.blufftonsc.com/bluffton-music-series-2026-concerts-in-bluffton/
When: Sept 11 | 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Where: New Riverside Barn Park
Local food trucks, live music, bounce houses, and family-friendly activities.
More Information: https://tinyurl.com/4c9xwsxz
When: Sept 12 | 2:00 – 8:00 PM
Where: Oyster Factory Park
Help uplifts local artisans and Black-owned businesses, offering a high-energy marketplace that powers the local economy.
More Information: https://www.rootsandriversfestival.com/
When: Sept 19 | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Oyster Factory Park
Help protect South Carolina’s waterways. Join volunteers state-wide to clean up our beaches, rivers, and communities.
More Information: https://tinyurl.com/27apkd36
When: Sept 4 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Where: HHI Fishing Cooperative Park
Family-friendly evening fishing and local captain guidance.
More Information: https://www.islandreccenter.org/fish?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral
When: Sept 16 | 5:30 – 10:00 PM
Where: Harbour Town Clubhouse
Open bar, gourmet dinner, live & silent auctions, exclusive contests, and an intimate show by LOCASH & Friends—don't miss out!
More Information: https://events.golfstatus.com/event/2026-the-locash-golf-bash
When: Sept 17 – 20
Where: Various venues across Hilton Head Island
Experience four years of musical magic on Hilton Head Island with 30+ songwriters performing across 8+ venues for thousands of fans!
More Information: https://www.hiltonheadisland.org/hilton-head-island-jam
When: Sept 19 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Where: Harbour Town
Fresh local shrimp, scenic waterfront views, live music, and a favorite Hilton Head culinary tradition!
More Information: https://www.seapines.com/experiences/events/hilton-head-island-shrimp-festival
When: Sept 27 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Where: Harbour Town in The Sea Pines Resort
Sidewalk sale, live music, watersports demos, kids' activities, and classic cars.
More Information: https://www.seapines.com/experiences/events/harbour-town-fall-fest
When: Sept 4 | 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Where: 210 Scott Street
Come out for a fantastic evening packed with foam party fun, great eats, drinks, live music, and shopping for all ages.
More Information: https://www.facebook.com/share/187LCXJjyn/
When: Sept 26 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Live Oak Park – 904 14th Street, Port Royal
Discover global cuisine in Port Royal! This exciting new event showcases a diverse lineup of food trucks offering bold dishes inspired by flavors and around the world.
More Information: https://www.portroyalova.com/taste-of-the-world
When: Daily
Where: Downtown Beaufort
Named one of America's most charming small towns, Beaufort offers historic architecture, waterfront parks, unique shopping, excellent restaurants, and countless opportunities to experience the Lowcountry lifestyle.
More Information: https://www.visitbeaufortsc.org/
Daufuskie doesn't run on a packed festival calendar — that's part of its charm. September is a great month to hop the ferry from Hilton Head or Bluffton for a quieter day trip: golf cart tours, bike rentals, a stop at the Marshside Mama's Café, and a look at the historic First Union African Baptist Church. If you're weighing what island life feels like day to day, a slow September visit is one of the best ways to find out.
When: Daily
Where: Daufuskie Island
Accessible only by boat, Daufuskie Island offers a glimpse into a quieter way of life. Visitors can explore historic landmarks, local art galleries, pristine beaches, golf cart trails, maritime forests, and cultural sites that tell the story of one of the most unique communities in the Southeast.
More Information: https://www.discoverdaufuskieisland.com/
Step into the heart of Lowcountry life! From coastal Georgia to South Carolina, local markets bring farmers, fishermen, bakers, and artisans together for an authentic community gathering.
Forsyth Farmers Market – Saturdays, 9:00AM – 1:00 PM at Historic District (Forsyth Park area)
Islands Farmers' & Community Market – Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at 401 Quarterman Drive
Richmond Hill Farmers Market – Saturdays, 3:00 – 6:00 PM at J.F. Gregory Park Pavilion
September offers something special that residents appreciate every year. Beaches become a little quieter, temperatures gradually become more comfortable, restaurants begin welcoming fall menus, and local communities host some of their favorite annual traditions before the busy holiday season arrives.
From jazz beneath Savannah's oak trees to shrimp festivals overlooking Hilton Head's harbor, family markets in Bluffton, waterfront celebrations in Beaufort, and island adventures on Tybee and Daufuskie, September captures the lifestyle that continues attracting people to Coastal Georgia and the South Carolina Lowcountry.
These events aren't just weekend activities—they reflect the sense of community that makes places like Savannah, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Brunswick, Bluffton, Beaufort, Hilton Head Island, and the Golden Isles feel like home.
Living along the coast means having access to incredible community events almost every weekend of the year. Whether your ideal lifestyle includes historic downtown Savannah, golf communities in Pooler, waterfront living in Richmond Hill, charming Old Town Bluffton, or coastal retreats near Hilton Head and the Golden Isles, there's a neighborhood to match nearly every stage of life.
The Trisha Cook Team proudly serves buyers and sellers throughout Coastal Georgia and the South Carolina Lowcountry, helping clients discover not only the right home but also the communities that fit their lifestyle. With deep local knowledge across Savannah, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Tybee Island, Effingham County, Brunswick, the Golden Isles, Bluffton, Beaufort, Hilton Head Island, and surrounding coastal communities, our team is passionate about helping people make confident real estate decisions.
If you're planning a move, relocating to the coast, or simply curious about which Lowcountry community fits your lifestyle best, we'd love to be your local resource.
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