Welcome to your family weekend guide for Savannah on March 28th and 29th, 2026! We have plenty of hands-on activities, Easter fun, and ongoing attractions. Don't miss the final day of the amazing Cirque De Paris or the Easter egg hunts happening Saturday!
See our top picks
Free Chatham County Parks and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt
Lake Mayer
A free morning Easter egg hunt opportunity on Saturday.
The Thorn
Savannah Civic Center (implied)
A large-scale theatrical production running indoors all weekend.
Super Community Baby Shower and Up to Age 5!
Savannah Tech
A dedicated, free morning event for expecting parents and families with preschoolers.
· March 28
5: Europe's most famous circus family brings an all-new, immersive circus experience featuring Europe's best artists. This is the final weekend to catch the show, which includes an interactive pre-show.It’s the final day of this limited-run show, making Saturday the last chance to see this massive circus production.
: Head south for an educational and entertaining afternoon celebrating Gullah Geechee culture. The event features stage shows, enactments, testimonials, and songs that bring the culture's story to life.This is a unique cultural event explicitly inviting the entire family to learn and enjoy local heritage.
FREE : A wonderful free morning event focusing on expecting families and those with children under five. No registration is required to attend this community shower.It's a dedicated, free event focused on resources for the youngest Savannah residents.
FREE : A free local Easter Egg Hunt hosted by Chatham County Parks and Recreation at Lake Mayer. A great, central option for morning Easter fun.It’s a free, family-focused Easter tradition happening Saturday morning.
AMERICA'S BEST EASTER EGG HUNTFREE : Head to Pooler for this afternoon free Easter Egg Hunt event. Plan to arrive early to secure a spot for the fun!It’s another fun, free egg hunt option happening Saturday afternoon in Pooler.
· March 29
2: Celebrate the famous author's birthday with an event featuring local authors, a look-alike contest, live music, and crafts in Lafayette Square. This sounds like a fun, walkable afternoon event.This unique Sunday gathering mixes literary history with family-friendly activities like crafts and music.
: Take a special guided walking tour through historic Bonaventure Cemetery to celebrate the spirit of Easter. This is a beautiful, reflective way to spend part of your Sunday morning or afternoon.This is a unique, time-specific guided tour opportunity tied directly to Easter Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
6: Enjoy a classic locomotive ride at the Georgia State Railroad Museum. Rides are offered multiple times throughout the day on a first-come, first-served basis.It’s a reliably fun, hands-on experience running multiple times on Sunday.
: Visit Georgia’s only entirely outdoors children's museum. Perfect for letting kids burn off energy on a beautiful Sunday.A classic Savannah family staple open all weekend, great for getting outside.
: Explore local wildlife at Oatland Island. This is a wonderful, calming outdoor experience perfect for a Sunday afternoon outing.It offers a relaxed, educational outdoor activity running both days of the weekend.
: Take a trip out to Tybee Island for a day packed with marine education. Activities include beach walks, whale tales, and turtle talks.This combines multiple educational activities at one seaside location on Saturday.
: If you are looking for some structured fun, head to Pooler for their Spring Break Bash. On Sunday, they offer free face painting from 2-4 PM and free photo booth pictures from 4-6 PM.It offers structured, fun activities like free face painting happening specifically on Sunday afternoon.
: Explore nautical-inspired, mixed-media art by Rob Strati at the Maritime Museum. This exhibition is running all weekend, offering a great indoor option near River Street.It’s a limited-run exhibit at a family-friendly museum, running through Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Savannah this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 28-29) you can find free activities like the Super Community Baby Shower (Saturday morning), the Free Chatham County Parks and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt (Saturday morning), and America's Best Easter Egg Hunt in Pooler (Saturday afternoon). There is also a free Easter Egg Hunt in Richmond Hill on Sunday afternoon.
Are there any Easter events scheduled for Easter Sunday (March 29th)?
Yes! Sunday features the Easter Sunday Journey guided tour at Bonaventure Cemetery (10 AM & 2 PM), an Easter Brunch Buffet at Aqua Star (11 AM - 3 PM), and the Free EPIC Easter Egg Hunt hosted by Consumed Church in Richmond Hill (2 PM - 4 PM).
What ongoing attractions are open for families this weekend?
The Savannah Children's Museum and the indoor STEAM Center are open 9 AM - 3 PM, the Oatland Island Wildlife Center is open 10 AM - 4 PM (Sun), and the Georgia State Railroad Museum is running train rides throughout the day on Sunday.
