In this lively episode of the 'Made of Savannah' podcast, host Dee Daniels is joined by Tara Reese, the Member Relations Manager at the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, Treasurer for the Savannah Irish Festival, and host of the Savannah Irish podcast.

They discuss the upcoming Savannah Irish Festival happening on February 7th and 8th, the exciting events leading up to and including St. Patrick's Day, and the rich Irish culture embedded in Savannah. Key highlights include a sneak peek of an iconic guest on the Savannah Irish podcast, the festival's numerous family-friendly activities, and the dedication of volunteers making the events possible. Essential tips for first-time attendees and the importance of local sponsorships and community support are also covered.

HUGE THANKS to our PARTNER this season - Ethan Allen Savannah.

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Learn MORE and GRAB your TICKETS for the 2026 Savannah Irish Festival

Grab your TICKETS for the Luck of Irish Game Show & Happy Hour

Your 2026 Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade Guide

Proudly produced by Dee Daniels Media

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FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:37 Podcast Recording Setup and Previous Episodes

01:38 Upcoming Savannah Irish Podcast Episode Teaser

03:30 Savannah Irish Festival Overview

04:10 Festival Events and Activities

06:14 Community Support and Sponsorship

12:21 Festival Logistics and Ticket Information

16:05 Additional Cultural Events and Traditions

18:19 St. Patrick's Day Parade and History

24:05 Discussing Savannah's Parade and Crowd Numbers

25:27 Unique Aspects of Savannah's Parade

27:12 Personal Parade Experiences and Favorite Spots

28:35 Running of the Squares and Parade Day Tips

30:14 Festival and Parade Day Activities

36:16 Supporting the Savannah Irish Festival

39:22 Advice for First-Time Festival and Parade Goers

40:54 Conclusion and Event Information