Best Time to Visit: Month-by-Month

No matter the season, Georgia’s Golden Isles offers something special year-round. From sunny beach days and blooming gardens to fall festivals and magical holiday lights, each month brings a new reason to plan your coastal escape. Whether you're looking for family-friendly adventures, romantic…

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Your Complete Guide to the Jekyll Island Shrimp & Grits Festival

If there’s one event that perfectly captures the flavor and fun of the Georgia coast, it’s the Jekyll Island Shrimp & Grits Festival. Presented by the Jekyll Island Authority, this award-winning festival brings together delicious Southern cuisine, live entertainment, shopping, and family-friendly…

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Your Autumn Guide to the Golden Isles

As summer fades into cooler coastal breezes, fall in the Golden Isles brings a vibrant lineup of festivals, flavors, and unforgettable experiences. With mild temperatures, stunning marsh views, and a full calendar of events, autumn is one of the best times to visit Georgia’s coast. From world-class…

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Art Galleries in the Golden Isles

The Golden Isles of Coastal Georgia, made up of St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Jekyll Island, Little St. Simons Island, and nearby Brunswick, is known for its moss draped oak trees, winding marshes, and timeless coastal charm. Beyond the beaches and historic landmarks, the region also offers a…

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Fall Fun in the Golden Isles

There are four seasons in the Golden Isles, but ours are a little different than the traditional quartet you’re familiar with. Here we have Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer and Winter. Our mild weather allows for nearly year-round fun in the sun. While we may not experience the fall foliage of many…

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Golden Isles Live Music Series This Summer

Summer is in the air and soon the sounds of many summer music series will be as well. Each summer, visitors and residents alike, enjoy open-air concerts on waterfront parks and lawns throughout the Golden Isles. Hosts of the below events ask, in accordance with the CDC, you follow social distancing…

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