One of a few Gay Pride celebrations that take place in August (it had been held in September prior to 2009), Savannah Pride continues to develop into a major event, in keeping with the steady growth of the GLBT community in this charming, historic city in coastal Georgia. The official day of celebration is Saturday, August 8, 2009, right in the heart of the city at beautiful Forsyth Park, a new venue this year, which is the 30th anniversary of Savannah Gay Pride.
Book rooms and compare rates on hotels in Savannah during Gay PrideThe 2009 Savannah Pride Festival takes place at Forsyth Park on Saturday, August 8, from 10 am until 10 pm. Performers this year include Tiffany, Julie Goldman, Tommie Ross, Halcyon, and Josh Duffy, and if you're attending with kids, be sure to check out the Savannah Pride Family Fun Area, which has crafts tables and games. There's also an Official Kickoff Party on Friday, August 7, at Bryson Hall (5 E. Perry St.), and a Pride After Party held Saturday night from 10 pm until 3 am at the famed Club One, the city's most famous GLBT bar and disco.
Additionally, numerous bars as well as gay-popular restaurants, hotels, and shops have special events and parties throughout Pride Weekend. Check the excellent GaySavannah.com website, as well as the South's definitive GLBT paper, Southern Voice, for details. Also check out my Guide on Gay Savannah
