Hey everybody, Lorallye Robertson here, and friends, this week is an absolute *lineup* for the Coastal Empire! From pirates to puppies to colorful cultural celebrations, October 6th through 12th is jam-packed with reasons to get out of the house and into the heart of our community. Grab your coffee (or your dancing shoes), because we’re counting down the top five events you cannot miss. Let’s dive in!
#5 Local Social at the Ice Cove
*Date: Thursday, October 8
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: Ghost Pirates Ice Cove, 18 Anchor Park Blvd, Port Wentworth
Kick things off with some good old-fashioned face time! The Live Like Locals Social is where neighbors, business owners, and city leaders come together for easy, breezy conversation—no agenda, no pressure, just real connection. And this month? There’s a sweet bonus: Kia Country of Savannah is rolling out vehicles for test drives, including the 2027 Telluride, 2027 Seltos, and the all-electric 2026 EV3 and EV9. Tell us your dream ride when you RSVP, and they’ll have the keys ready. This event is free, but RSVP is required—so don’t sleep on it!
#4 2026 Hispanic Heritage Festival
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location: Downtown Hinesville, GA
Y’all, the 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival is bringing the heat (literally and figuratively) to downtown Hinesville! Presented by the Hispanic Heritage Club of Hinesville, this free, family-friendly celebration is packed with live music from Debbie Castillo, Rocinante Norteño, Caribe Groove, and Son del Callao. Hungry? Food trucks will be serving up tacos, tostones, plátanos maduros, and refreshing aguas frescas. There’s open dancing, cultural performances, and a marketplace lined with artisan, non-profit, and business vendors. Come celebrate culture, community, and connection all day long!
#3 Tybee Island Pirate Fest
Date: October 8–11, 2026
Location: Tybee Island
Arrrgghh, mateys! It’s time to channel your inner buccaneer at the Tybee Island Pirate Fest! This four-day coastal celebration brings a lively parade, live entertainment, costume contests, and family-friendly fun up and down the island. Whether you’re sporting an eye patch or just here for the seaside spirit, this beloved Tybee tradition is perfect for pirates of all ages. Set sail for the weekend and make some unforgettable memories by the shore!
#2 Savannah Weiner Dog Races
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Savannah’s Historic Riverfront
Hold onto your hot dogs, because this one is PAWsitively adorable! The 2026 Savannah Wiener Dog Races bring the cutest, speediest little competitors to the riverfront for a day of giggles and good causes. Proceeds benefit Savannah’s Waterfront, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to preserve history, enhance beauty, and promote business collaboration along our historic riverfront. Register your little speedster early—spots fill up fast, and trust us, you don’t want to miss these short legs sprinting for glory!
Register your little speedsters early
#1 Garba Festival
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Location: VyStar Pavilion at Anchor Park, 20 Anchor Park Blvd, Port Wentworth
Topping our list is a celebration that’s as colorful as it is joyful—the Garba Festival! Never experienced Garba before? No worries, this is the perfect place to start. Rooted in Gujarati tradition, Garba brings people together in circles to move to lively music, paired with Dandiya Raas, where dancers tap colorful sticks in rhythm. You don’t need rhythm, dance experience, or even know the language—just bring your energy and let the music guide you. Wear your brightest, most comfortable attire and get ready for a night of music, dance, food, and community. This event is free, but RSVP is required, so lock in your spot now!
And there you have it, Coastal Empire—five fantastic reasons to get out and explore everything our community has to offer this week! Whether you’re testing out a new Kia, dancing under the stars at Garba, cheering on tiny racing legends, or embracing your pirate alter ego on Tybee, there’s truly something for everyone. As always, I’m Lorallye Robertson, reminding you to get out there, connect with your neighbors, and Live Like Locals!
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