February 3, 2026

Nike Savannah Showdown Returns to Savannah Feb. 12–16

Savannah is preparing to welcome back one of its largest and most energetic annual sporting events as the Nike Savannah Showdown returns February 12–16 at the Savannah Convention Center. Now in its ninth year, the long-running youth volleyball tournament will bring more than 14,000 players, along with their families and coaches, to Savannah and Chatham County for five days of competition. Read more▶

UPCOMING EVENTS

Artist Reception
Honoring Ivan Chow
 
  2026 Ambassador
Council Retreat
Enrich Tuesday
Lunch & Learn
 
 

 

MEMBER NEWS

SAVANNAH CHAMBER NEWS

Chamber Leadership Supports Youth Literacy on Read United Day  
 
The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to take part in United Way of the Coastal Empire's annual Read United Day, a regional literacy initiative that places community volunteers in classrooms to inspire a love of reading among young students. Read more▶ 
Chow Donates Air Savannah to Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce & Visit Savannah     
 
The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce and Visit Savannah have received a meaningful artistic addition thanks to Ivan Chow—retired architect, award-winning artist, and long-time Chamber member—who donated a print of his celebrated sketch Air Savannah. Read more▶ 
Ambassadors Kick Off 2026 with Energy, Teamwork, and Improv          
 
The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce kicked off 2026 with enthusiasm during its third annual Ambassador Team-Building event, bringing together dedicated volunteers for an afternoon of connection, creativity, and collaboration. Read more▶ 

VISIT SAVANNAH NEWS

Savannah Builds Momentum with Financial & Insurance Meeting Planners in NYC      
 
Larry Browder, Visit Savannah’s Senior Director of Sales, and Meaghan Lowe of Etho’s Event Collective represented Savannah at last week’s Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) “Fuel Forward Exchange” in New York City. Read more▶
Visit Savannah PR Hosts NYC Media Event to Keep Destination Top of Mind    
The Visit Savannah PR Team, Supriya Christopher, and Tanvi Chauhan recently cohosted a media reception with the Municipal Grand Hotel in New York City, welcoming more than 40 editors and travel writers for an evening of conversation and connection. Read more▶