FEBRUARY
First Friday, Downtown BrunswickFeb 5 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
Feb 5-27 Georgia Artists with Disabilities Annual Touring Exhibit - Works by disabled artists from throughout the state. Tues-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Sat 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Brunswick. 912-262-6934 or www.goldenislesarts.org
Feb 12-13 Scribblers’ Retreat Writers Conference - Ten workshops featuring regional and nationally known writers. King and Prince Beach and Golf Resort, St. Simons Island. 800-996-2904 or www.scribblersretreatwritersconference.com
Feb 20 Living History Festival - Explore the past and meet people who called Frederica home as they demonstrate life in the 1700s. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Ft. Frederica National Monument, St. Simons Island. 912-638-3639. www.nps.gov/fofr
Feb 22 American Soul - Hon. Orion L. Douglass narrates Copeland's "Lincoln Portrait." Community chorus, accompanied by the Coastal Symphony, sings "Gospel Mass for Choir and Orchestra" by Ray. Symphony performs "Afro-American Symphony" by Still and "Lift Every Voice and Sing." 8:00 pm, Glynn Academy Auditorium, downtown Brunswick. 912-634-2006 or www.coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org
MARCH
Mar 5 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
Mar 5-27 The Art of Music II - Fine art photography of musicians and their work. Tues-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Sat 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Brunswick. 912-262-6934 or www.goldenislesarts.org
Mar 12-28 Come Blow Your Horn - Performance of Neil Simon's comedy by the Island Players. Fri and Sat at 8:00 pm, Sun at 3:00 pm. Casino Theatre, St. Simons Island. 912-638-0338 or www.theislandplayers.com
Mar 12-14 Jekyll Island Arts Festival - Exhibits, juried show, food, music, demonstrations, members’ art in all mediums for sale. 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Goodyear Cottage, Jekyll Island Historic District. Jekyll Island Arts Association. 912-635-3920.
Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale, Downtown BrunswickMar 12-13 Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale - A 211-mile yard sale linking communities along US Highway 341 – the Golden Isles Parkway – from Brunswick & The Golden Isles to Culloden, GA. Vendors will offer antiques, local crafts and traditional yard sale fare. Information: 912-265-0620 or www.peachestothebeaches.com
Mar 20 57th Annual Christ Church Tour of Homes - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, St. Simons Island. For tickets and information, call 912-267-9952 or visit www.christchurchtourofhomes.org
Mar 20-21 Annual Spring Invitational Arts & Crafts Show - Local and regional artists in all media. 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Postell Park, St. Simons Island. 912-262-0628 or www.artdowntowngallery209.com
Mar 27-28 17th Annual Spring Arts and Crafts Festival - Artists and craftspeople in all media. 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Postell Park, St. Simons Island. 912-638-8770 or www.glynnart.org
APRIL
April 2 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
St. Simons Island Antique Show and Sale, St. Simons IslandApr 10-11 Antique Show and Sale - Vendors from throughout the Southeast offer antiques, collectibles and craft items. Postell Park, Beachview Drive in Pier Village – St. Simons Island. Information: 912-264-3254 or www.stsimonsantiqueshow.com
Apr 18 A Little Light Music - Local and regional musicians perform outdoors on the grounds of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Sponsored by the Coastal GA Historical Society. 912-638-4666 or visit www.saintsimonslighthouse.org/music.html
MAY
May 1-2 Tabby & Tillandsia Garden Walk,Garden Market & Photographic Exhibition - St. Simons Island. Information: www.cassinagardenclub.org/gardenwalk.htm
May 7 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
May 9 Annual Blessing of the Fleet - Mary Ross Waterfront Park, downtown Brunswick. Information: 912-265-4032 or visit www.downtownbrunswickga.com
A Little Light Music, St. Simons IslandMay 16 A Little Light Music - Local and regional musicians perform outdoors on the grounds of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Sponsored by the Coastal GA Historical Society. 912-638-4666 or visit www.saintsimonslighthouse.org/music.html
May 29 Jazz in the Park - Enjoy an evening of live jazz music under the stars on the lawn of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring a chair or blanket and picnic. Sponsored by Golden Isles Arts & Humanities Association. Information: 912-262-6934 or www.goldenislesarts.org
May 29-30 Antique Show and Sale - Vendors from throughout the Southeast offer antiques, collectibles and craft items. Postell Park, Beachview Drive in Pier Village – St. Simons Island. Information: 912-264-3254 or www.stsimonsantiqueshow.com
May 29-30 Annual Memorial Day Invitational Arts & Crafts Show - Pier Village Parks, St. Simons Island. Pier Village Association. Information: 912-262-0628.
JUNE
June 4 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
June 6 A Little Light Music - Local and regional musicians perform outdoors on the grounds of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Sponsored by the Coastal GA Historical Society. 912-638-4666 or visit www.saintsimonslighthouse.org/music.html
June 13 Jazz in the Park - Enjoy an evening of live jazz music under the stars on the lawn of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring a chair or blanket and picnic. Sponsored by Golden Isles Arts & Humanities Association. Information: 912-262-6934 or www.goldenislesarts.org
June 26-27 Antique Show and Sale - Vendors from throughout the Southeast offer antiques, collectibles and craft items. Postell Park, Beachview Drive in Pier Village – St. Simons Island. Information: 912-264-3254 or www.stsimonsantiqueshow.com
June 27 Jazz in the Park - Enjoy an evening of live jazz music under the stars on the lawn of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring a chair or blanket and picnic. Sponsored by Golden Isles Arts & Humanities Association. Information: 912-262-6934 or www.goldenislesarts.org
JULY
Jul 2 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
July 2-4 Sunshine Festival - Annual family festival features carnival, live entertainment and food, with fireworks July 4. July 3-5Sunshine Festival Arts & Crafts Show. Pier Village Parks, St. Simons Island. Pier Village Association. Information: 912-262-0628.
Old Fashioned July 4 Celebration, Downtown BrunswickJuly 4 Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration - Downtown Brunswick. Contact 912-265-4032 or visit www.downtownbrunswickga.com
July 4 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza - Jekyll Island. Contact: 912-635-3636 or visit www.jekyllisland.com
July 11 A Little Light Music - Local and regional musicians perform outdoors on the grounds of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Sponsored by the Coastal GA Historical Society. 912-638-4666 or visit www.saintsimonslighthouse.org/music.html
July 25 Jazz in the Park - Enjoy an evening of live jazz music under the stars on the lawn of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring a chair or blanket and picnic. Sponsored by Golden Isles Arts & Humanities Association. Information: 912-262-6934 or www.goldenislesarts.org
AUGUST
Aug 6 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
Aug 8 A Little Light Music - Local and regional musicians perform outdoors on the grounds of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Sponsored by the Coastal GA Historical Society. 912-638-4666 or visit www.saintsimonslighthouse.org/music.html
Aug 20-22 Sea Island Black Heritage Festival - Celebrate African American heritage and culture through live entertainment, craft demonstrations, food and a marketplace. St Simons Island. Information: 912-230-2834 or www.seaislandsblackheritagefestival.com
Aug 20-21 Jekyll Island Beach Music Festival and Barbecue Bash - Information: 912-635-3636 or visit www.jekyllisland.com
Aug 22 Jazz in the Park - Enjoy an evening of live jazz music under the Aug 30stars on the lawn of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring a chair or blanket and picnic. Sponsored by Golden Isles Arts & Humanities Association. Information: 912-262-6934 or www.goldenislesarts.org
SEPTEMBER
Sep 3 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
Sep 4-5 Antique Show and Sale - Vendors from throughout the Southeast offer antiques, collectibles and craft items. Postell Park, Beachview Drive in Pier Village – St. Simons Island. Information: 912-264-3254 or www.stsimonsantiqueshow.com
Labor Day Invitational Arts & Crafts Show, St. Simons IslandSept 4-5 Annual Labor Day Invitational Arts & Crafts Show - Postell Park, St. Simons Island. Information: 912-262-0628.
Sept 5 A Little Light Music - Local and regional musicians perform outdoors on the grounds of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Sponsored by the Coastal GA Historical Society. 912-638-4666 or visit www.saintsimonslighthouse.org/music.html
Sep 17-19 Shrimp & Grits: The Wild Georgia Shrimp Festival - A signature cook-off event with participation from amateur and professional chefs throughout the region. The event also features live entertainment throughout the weekend, shrimp-eating contests, a Family Fun Zone, and vendor area complete with an antique and collectables market. Information: 912-635-3636 or visit www.jekyllisland.com
Sept 19 Jazz in the Park - Enjoy an evening of live jazz music under the stars on the lawn of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring a chair or blanket and picnic. Sponsored by Golden Isles Arts & Humanities Association. Information: 912-262-6934 or www.goldenislesarts.org
OCTOBER
Oct 1 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
Oct. 2-3 Antique Show and Sale - Vendors from throughout the Southeast offer antiques, collectibles and craft items. Postell Park, Beachview Drive in Pier Village – St. Simons Island. Information: 912-264-3254 or www.stsimonsantiqueshow.com
DNR CoastFest, BrunswickOct. 2 Dept. of Natural Resources CoastFest - A fun family event celebrating Georgia’s coastal environment and wildlife. Georgia Dept of Natural Resources, Brunswick. Contact: 912-264-7218 or visit www.crd.dnr.state.ga.us
Oct 9 Brunswick Rockin’ Stewbilee - Enjoy a taste of the Georgia Coast during this traditional celebration in historic downtown Brunswick. The day begins with a road race, pet parade and antique car show. Later, local teams compete to see who can prepare the “Best Brunswick Stew.” Contact 912-265-4032 or visit www.brunswickstewbilee.com
Oct 7-10 Colonial Coast Nature and Birding Festival - This festival brings casual and experienced bird enthusiasts from all over the United States to experience Southeast Georgia’s wide variety of habitats and wildlife. The whole family can enjoy a weekend of activities including nature walks, a showcase of vendors and conservation groups, kids’ activities, arts and crafts, special speakers, and informative seminars. Jekyll Island. Information: 912-635-3636 or visit www.coastalgeorgiabirding.org
TBA 41st Annual Fine Arts and Crafts Festival - Pier Village area, St. Simons Island. Sponsored by the Glynn Art Association. Contact: 912-638-8770 or visit www.glynnart.org
NOVEMBER
Nov 5 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
Nov 6-7 Antique Show and Sale - Vendors from throughout the Southeast offer antiques, collectibles and craft items. Postell Park, Beachview Drive in Pier Village – St. Simons Island. Information: 912-264-3254 or www.stsimonsantiqueshow.com
Tree Lighting Festival, Downtown BrunswickNov 26 Brunswick Tree Lighting Festival - Downtown Brunswick. Information: 912-265-4032 or visit www.downtownbrunswickga.com
TBA Community Christmas Tree Lighting Festival - Celebrate the holiday season with live entertainment, children’s activities, food and fun for the entire family, including a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus. Contact: 912-635-3636 or visit www.jekyllisland.com
DECEMBER
Dec 3 First Friday - Visit the shops and galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. "He Said Beer, She Said Wine" tastings at select shops, live music at various locations and monthly art exhibit opening at Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Newcastle Street. Information: 912-265-4032 or www.brunswickgeorgia.net
Dec 4 Brunswick Christmas Parade - Downtown Brunswick. Contact: 912-265-4032 or visit www.downtownbrunswickga.com
Holiday wreath, Maritime Museum, St. Simons IslandDec 11 Annual Holiday Tour of Homes and Gardens - St. Simons Island and Sea Island. Sponsored by the Cassina Garden Club of St. Simons Island. Tickets are available at local outlets or online at www.cassinagardenclub.org
TBA Annual Plantation Candlelight Tour at Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation - 5556 US Hwy 17 N , Brunswick. Contact: 912-264-7333 or visit www.gastateparks.org/info/hofwyl
TBA Holiday Island Programs - From Nov. 26 - Jan. 1 enjoy a variety of special holiday programs and activities from Historic District light tours to special dinners, musical programs and more. Contact: 912-635-3636 or visit www.jekyllisland.com
NOTE: All programs are subject to change. Please call ahead to confirm. For an up to date listing of local events and activities, please visit our online calendar.
