CULINARY, FILM & WINE OF THE GOLDEN ISLES

COASTAL GEORGIA FESTIVAL GETAWAY

Presented by GOGREENTOURS & U.S. Arts & Entertainment Chamber of Commerce & Tourism (USAECCT)

Official Tourism Launch Experience

OCTOBER 22–25, 2026 | 4 DAYS • 3 NIGHTS

3 FESTIVALS • 3 COASTAL DESTINATIONS • 1 AMAZING WEEKEND!

Escape to Georgia's beautiful Golden Isles for an unforgettable fall getaway celebrating Southern cuisine, wine, independent film, art, music, and coastal culture!

Experience three exciting festivals across Jekyll Island, St. Simons Island & Historic Downtown Brunswick, Georgia.

JEKYLL ISLAND SHRIMP & GRITS FESTIVAL

Jekyll Island • October 23–24

Enjoy one of Coastal Georgia's signature celebrations featuring the South's classic Shrimp & Grits, along with:

Delicious coastal cuisine & food vendors

Live music and entertainment

Artists Market

Arts & crafts

Family-friendly activities

Beautiful Historic Jekyll Island atmosphere

Come hungry and ready to experience a true taste of the Georgia coast!

ST. SIMONS ISLAND WINE FESTIVAL

St. Simons Island • October 22–24

Sip, savor, and experience the charm of St. Simons Island during a weekend celebrating wine, culinary experiences, art, and community.

Festival experiences include opportunities for:

Wine tastings

Culinary bites

Live music

Art demonstrations

Wine & art experiences

Coastal island atmosphere

Must be 21+ with valid ID to consume alcohol. Festival admission/tasting tickets may require separate purchase.

GOLDEN ISLES FILM FESTIVAL

Historic Downtown Brunswick • October 22–25

Celebrate the art of storytelling during the Golden Isles Film Festival, featuring independent filmmakers and creative voices from Georgia and beyond.

Enjoy opportunities to experience:

Independent film screenings

Filmmaker conversations & Q&As

Panels and special events

Networking opportunities

Georgia-made films

Arts, entertainment & culture

Historic Downtown Brunswick

Board your spacious, video- and restroom-equipped Motorcoach and head towards a lovely three-night hotel stay in Brunswick, GA! This evening, in your own free time, enjoy a leisurely dinner at the hotel, or attend the first night of :

The Golden Isles Film Festival (GIFF): at 7:30 PM, a celebration of independent filmmaking, devoted to championing original voices and fostering meaningful connections between creators and audiences. Nestled along the scenic Georgia coast, GIFF takes place in the beautiful Golden Isles, the #1 Beach Getaway per the 2026 Southern Living Magazine, serving as a destination film festival and platform for filmmakers to share their work, engage in dialogue, and receive direct support from a community passionate about the art of storytelling. (Soglo Theatre just a few minutes away) or enjoy;

St. Simone Wine Festival Inaugural Collectors' Dinner, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Frederica Golf Club - They are opening the third annual Festival with their most exclusive invitation yet, an exquisite wine dinner with Berry Bros. & Rudd of London, Britain’s oldest wine and spirits merchant. Join us Thursday evening at the prestigious Frederica Golf Club for a multi-course, sommelier-curated wine dinner. your convenience after checking into the hotel. (Frederica Golf Club approx. 35 minutes away)

After Breakfast at the hotel, you will start your journey with a pre-arranged shuttle service to Historic Brunswick and ALL Festivals to experience the ARTS.

After Breakfast at the hotel, you will start your journey with a pre-arranged shuttle service to Historic Brunswick and ALL Festivals to experience the ARTS.

After enjoying a Hot Breakfast, you'll depart from the hotel to Savannah for lunch, then home... a time to chat with your friends about all the fun things you've done, the great sights you've seen, and where your next group trip will take you!