Mar 06 2008
Activities
Tybee Island Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events and activities on Tybee Island for the year. Our concierge’s update this calendar constantly. It is the best kept calendar available!
Here are some specific links to posts on upcoming events and activities you may be interested in:
Sand Jam Volleyball Tournament - Saturday, September 20th beginning at 8:00 am sponsored by the YMCA of Tybee. $40 per team (4), high school teams welcome. Event takes place at the Tybee Island Memorial Park Sand Courts. Proceeds benefit the YMCA’s Priceless Gifts Campaign. Medals are awarded to the top teams. Contact Haley Hill at haley.hill@ymcaofcoastalga.org for more information.
Friday Night Bingo - every Friday at the Legion
Exercising and Working-out on Tybee
Drive-in Theater - remember the drive in? Let Tybee transport you back. September 11th at the North Beach. “Summer Rental” - a comedy - will be showing. $10 per vehicle; $5 for individuals/walkers (bring an FM radio). Gates open at 6:30; movie starts at 9:00.
Taste of Tybee
October 16th.
Savannah Jazz Festival - September 20-28
Labor Day End of Summer Event
The fireworks were great! Book for next year’s event.
HOG Rally
Harley enthusiasts strut their stuff.
Clam Jam - October 4th 4:00-9:00 pm Pelican Point. Celebrate the bounty of Sapelo Sound where our rivers meet the sea–clams, oysters, shrimp and music. Proceeds support Altamaha Riverkeeper’s protection work. $75 pp; $100 per couple; $30 if 30 or younger-$30 with commercial fishing license.
Tybee Island Pirate Fest
Arrggghhh. The 4th annual event is one of Tybee’s most popular and is fun for all ages! Come to the Buccaneer’s Ball.
12th Annual Tybee Art Fair - October 18th and 19th
Historic Savannah Foundation Gala - October 25th -
Historic Savannah Foundation Gala at the Beacon Discount - The Gala is a formal, black-tie, sit-down dinner event which is a fundraiser for the foundation. The event will take place on the grounds of the Tybee Lightstation on Saturday, October 25th. TVR has several properties within walking distance of the event and is offering attendees a 10% discount on their stay, 2 night minimum applies. Event details: www.historicsavannahfoundation.org .
Tybee in the Fall Art Show - Memorial Park, Nov. 8th and 9th, 10-5.
A Family Thanksgiving on Tybee
Tybee Island Christmas Parade - Tybrisa to Memorial Park; 3:00 p.m. December 13th
New Year’s Fireworks - Tybee Island at midnight.
Savannah Breeze Weekend - Jan. 16-19
Sea Camp
The Marine Science Center offers camps for Pre K-Grade 6. Check their website for 2009 offerings. www.tybeemsc.org
What to do with the kids.
Need some ideas on what to do with the children while here? We’ve got ideas for you!
Boating and Fishing Information
Learn what you need to know about boating and fishing on your next trip to Tybee Island.
Golf
We have several courses to choose from AND deals for TVR guests.
Mogo Scooters
If you have a license, it’s great fun to rent a scooter and toot all over!!
Miss Judy’s Charter Fishing Blog
Where you can find Miss Judy’s monthly fishing report.
Dolphin Tours
See dolphins up close and personal while visiting Tybee.
Beach Bum Weekend
Tybee’s own “welcome to the Island and summer” event. Think island wide water fight! This year’s event was a hoot! Come to the 2009 event which will be May 15, 2009.
DVD Rentals
Rent a DVD any time day or night.
Area Tours
Want to take a tour of the area when you visit? Learn more here.
Kayaking
Kayaking on the waters around Tybee is a wonderful way to get back to nature.
Sports
Tybee Island has great hiking/biking trails; kayaking; a gymnasium; tennis courts; swimming and surfing, and a YMCA with roller skating. We also have the Sandgnats Baseball team. Click here for more information.
Eco-Tourism Blog
Interested in eco-related activities during your visit — then click here for ideas.
Shopping
If you want to do some shopping while in town — look here for recommendations.
Surfing and Searching for Sea Shells - this depends on the tides.
