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Celebrate River St. Style

It's one of the biggest festival areas in Historic Savannah. Get all the rules and details here.

River Street: it’s one of the spots in Savannah’s that’s known the best.

It’s full of history, character, and tradition, and during St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah, Georgia, it’s also one of the largest sites for those celebrating the spirit.

You’ll find live music and special booths in addition to the stores, restaurants and venues that line River Street.

Because of the number of attendees, there are also very specific rules and information to know.

2010 Festival Information

WHEN: Tuesday, March 16 - Wednesday, March 17

WHERE: Historic River Street

The event is free, but attendees must purchase a wristband for $5 to consume alcoholic beverages on the plaza and inside River Street businesses Tuesday and Wednesday.
There will be no gating, but wristbands will be enforced for those adults consuming alcohol inside establishments on River Street/Factors Walk from the East Broad Ramp to MLK, Jr. Blvd. The kiosks will be located along River Street at the Ramps of Barnard Street, City Hall, Abercorn Street and Lincoln Street.
Wristbands will be sold at kiosks distributed along the plaza, and at businesses on River Street.
River Street will be closed to traffic throughout the festival.
St. Patrick’s Celebration on the River will be Tuesday, March 16 from Noon-12am (Entertainment) / 2:30am (Food and Beverage Stations) and Wednesday, March 17 from Noon-12am (Entertainment) / 2:30am (Food and Beverage Stations).
Extended hours of service: 3am Closing for bars/restaurants (formerly 1am).

Rules and Regulations to Know About:

Wristbands are required for alcohol consumption both within and outside of establishments
Packages are subject to examination
No food or beverages, bottles, cans, coolers, weapons or other illegal items are permitted within the festival site
No pets, in-line skates, skateboards, bicycles or wagons
Disorderly, dangerous or disruptive behavior will result in arrest/ or ejection

Transportation

Two (2) Savannah Belle’s Ferries will run from 7am to 6pm on March 17; one (1) will run from 6pm to midnight.
dottie, the River Street streetcar, will not run Saturday (3.13) through Wednesday (3.17) to ensure public safety