Cover Photo: Love & Soul Family Festival
Summer is officially here and we’ve got the ultimate guide to summer events in Pooler for you! From family-friendly experiences and cultural festivals to historic celebrations and iconic drone shows, there’s truly so much to experience. Make the most of the sunny weather by checking out all that Pooler and the surrounding area have to offer!
Outdoor Events and Festivals
First up on Pooler’s lineup of thrilling outdoor events is the 9th Annual Love & Soul Family Festival. Taking place at the Tanger Outlets on June 6, this free event focuses on creative expression and community vibes. From 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., you’ll get to explore everything from comedy and live music from Kimberly Gunn to spoken word poetry and local vendors. There will also be a kids’ area with bounce houses along with mouthwatering food trucks, perfect for fueling your artistic adventure! Admission is free, just make sure to reserve your spot online before you go! Then, the good vibes keep flowing by checking out the 5th Annual Pooler Juneteenth Celebration 6.19k/1.9k Run & Walk Presented by DVI Liquidating Trust! This family-friendly race will take place at the Pooler Stadium on Friday, June 19. Spots are limited and registration fees increase after June 7 so reserve your spot today! The Tanger Outlets will also be hosting a special Annual Juneteenth Festival on June 20 that’s a great way to celebrate the holiday. This free event will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and is great for patrons of all ages to enjoy! Featuring live music, food trucks, storytellers, games and more, this is a great opportunity to celebrate Juneteenth with your local community.
An Unforgettable Independence Day Celebration
If you’re looking to experience an unforgettable 250th Independence Day this year, the City of Pooler Independence Day Celebration Drone Show is for you! Presented by the City of Pooler and Dozier Crane, this patriotic event will take place on Saturday, June 17, at the Pooler Recreation Complex. Parking and admission to the event are free, so the only thing you have to worry about is soaking up the fun with your loved ones! The gates to the event open at 6:00 p.m., giving you access to inflatables, face painting, food trucks and yard games. At 7:00 p.m., local cover band 8 Mile Bend, which is named after a curve in the road west of Tom Triplett Park, will perform a live set! Then, at 9:15 p.m., a spectacular Drone Show will commence, to close out an exceptional evening celebrating 250 years of our country’s independence.
Events Around Pooler
Along with Pooler’s local events, there’s plenty to check out in the surrounding area in Savannah! One of the biggest perks of staying in Pooler and traveling to Savannah for an outside event is that our community is safe, family-friendly and much cheaper for travel costs. Plus, we’re only a short drive away from the big city, which saves you time and money on finding street parking.
If you’re interested in maritime history, the historic 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA is setting sail to Savannah as part of the Sail 250 voyage. Taking place from June 5-6 at the Rousakis Riverfront Plaza, this is a rare opportunity to experience a living piece of maritime heritage as the ship hasn’t returned to this port since 1894. On Friday, June 5, there will be free deck tours of the ship from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., where patrons can explore her craftsmanship, stories and legacy. Then, on Saturday, June 6, there will be a special Salute to Sunset Party featuring an evening of food, drinks and music and a salute to end the day. Tickets are available for purchase in advance for the party.
Another unique event coming to Savannah is the 9th Annual Pride Bar Crawl, which takes place on June 20! Tickets are available for purchase online and come with a variety of perks for this exciting celebration. Along with no cover at all bars, Mid Party and After Party, you’ll get a souvenir cup, temporary tattoos, food specials and drink specials at partner venues. Your purchase also gets you a custom pride bar crawl badge with vouchers.
For those looking for another Independence Day celebration to check out, Savannah will be hosting a special Waterfront Independence Day Celebration! Taking place on Saturday, July 4 at 6:00 p.m., this lively event will have live music on three waterfront stages, 250th food and drink specials at waterfront restaurants and a Most Patriotically Dressed Contest at Rousakis Riverfront Plaza. Then at 9:30 p.m., a dazzling fireworks display will take place for a 20-minute show to close out the night.
Whether you’re into art festivals, historic events or dazzling fireworks displays, Pooler has plenty of celebrations to keep you entertained this summer. During your stay, you can also check out surrounding events in Savannah for some family-friendly fun!
