Savannah - Things to Do on Fourth of July

The city of Savannah, Georgia, is a perfect placeSwings Benefit Concert in the historic Savannah
to celebrate the 4th of July. The beautiful, historicTheatre. All net proceeds will go to support the
city is located right on the Savannah River andUnited Service Organizations (USO).
has the nation's largest registered Urban HistoricThe show features four amazing singers and an
Landmark District.impressive 20-piece orchestra. Savannah Swings
Make sure to wear your most comfortableincludes a variety of patriotic music and
walking shoes. Take a stroll through theRat-Pack-style All-American swingin' standards.
magnificent historic downtown area with itsThe audience has enjoyed the amazing
beautiful architecture and many squares. Actually,performance from Clay Johnson, Trae Gurley and
Savannah has 22 green squares in the downtownAdam Jones and Huxie Scott usually receives
area. Live oak with spanish moss is abundant andstanding ovations for her soulful singing. One of
the city is known for its many beautiful gardens.the most beloved number is the "Armed Forces
When you walk down a Savannah street you canSalute" paying tribute to all of the veterans and
often get a peek through iron gates to ofactive military in the audience.
breathtaking private gardens. There are also moreSince this is a Fourth of July performance, the
than 1,600 historically and architecturally significantshow ends with everyone joining in a New
structures. all within a 2.5 square mile area.Orleans street parade down to River Street.
The Fantastic Fourth - RiverstreetLucky ticket holders also have a VIP seat on
Independence Day is celebrated on River street inRiver Street for the City of Savannah Fireworks.
the downtown historic district with fireworks. TheReserve your seats by calling the Savannah
fireworks are shot over the Savannah river.Theatre box office at 912-233-7764.
The firework display begins around 9:20pm. TheTybee Island
Fantastic Fourth Fireworks and celebration isIf you prefer, you can head out to Savannah's
presented by the City of Savannah and Chathambeach, Tybee Island for fireworks already on
County.Saturday July 3rd, 2010. This might be an
Special concertexcellent start of you Fourth of July weekend.
One of the most popular things to do for thePack a picnic, and spend an evening under the
Fourth of July in Savannah is attending this specialstars. You can watch the fireworks from almost
concert - Savannah Swings.anywhere on the island. The fireworks are
Jeremy Davis and the Fabulous Equinox Jazzlaunched from Tybee Island pier.
Orchestra will present the 5th annual SavannahFor more information call (800) 868-2322.