If you’re looking for ideas for day trips from Jacksonville, Savannah is a great place to visit for a day or a weekend. The DeSoto, Savannah’s 127-year-old iconic hotel, recently announced several holiday events, all of which will take place at 15 E. Liberty St., Savannah, GA 31401.

Thanksgiving Luncheon – Thursday, November 23, 2017 – 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Come enjoy your Thanksgiving feast in the heart of Savannah. There is no better way to kick off the holiday season. Secure your spot now for a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner. You will be thankful you did! $65 for adults; $45 for children 12 and under (includes tax and gratuity). For more details on menu or to reserve your seat, call 912.443.2035 or visit www.eventbrite.com/e/traditional-thanksgiving-luncheon-tickets-39221706179.

Holiday Mixology – Saturday, December 2, 2017 – 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Experience what the hostess city has to offer during the holidays by attending our Holiday Mixology with our own celebrity bartender Siran Watt. He’ll be mixing up some memorable cocktails that will ensure you’re the hit of all the holiday parties. ($30 ticket includes tax, not gratuity.) For more details or to reserve your seat, call 912.443.2035 or visit  www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-mixology-with-siran-watt-tickets-39338392190. 

Breakfast with Santa – Saturday, December 9, 2017 – 9 a.m. – Noon

What better way to deliver your holiday list than in the most storied hotel in Savannah? Enjoy a breakfast buffet with the jolliest elf and then take your seat on Santa’s knee. $30 ticket includes breakfast and pictures with Santa, tax and gratuity. Children 8 and under eat free. For more details or to reserve your seat, call 912.443.2035 or visit  www.eventbrite.com/e/breakfast-with-santa-tickets-39339095293. 

Holiday Oyster Roast – Saturday, December 16, 2017 – 6 – 9 p.m.

As we rush through the holiday season, take a moment to relax and enjoy coastal life with our annual holiday oyster roast. This ticket will get you oysters, hors d’oeuvres and other snacks. Full cash bar also available. $25 before December 2; $30 after December 2. For more details or to reserve your seat, call 912.443.2035 or visit www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-oyster-roast-tickets-39339192584.