The Isles are stacked this weekend — live music pouring out of bars, patios, food truck parks, and hidden rooms with passwords. From laid-back daytime jams to late-night chaos, this is one of those weekends where staying home feels like the wrong move. Grab a drink, follow the sound, and let the schedule do the rest.

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Spring Sports Are Back: Youth Registration Open Across Glynn County

Spring sports season is officially gearing up in Glynn County. Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department has opened registration for its Spring youth sports programs, running now through January 31.

Families can sign kids up for a range of age-based leagues, including BlastBall (ages 3–4), T-Ball (5–6), Baseball (7–14), Softball (7–16), and Spring Soccer (6–14). Registration fees range from $20 to $55 depending on the sport.

Registration is available online or in person. More details and sign-ups are available at:
https://secure.rec1.com/GA/glynn-county/catalog

For questions, Glynn County Recreation & Parks can be reached at 912-554-7780.

What’s Happening This Weekend

Thursday, January 15

Master Your Garden
🕰️ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
🎯 Glynn County Extension Office, Brunswick
A condensed Master Gardener-style class covering practical skills to prep your spring and summer garden — without the long-term volunteer commitment.
$5 per class
Register: 912-554-7577 or [email protected]

Fly Tying Night
🕰️ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
🎯 On The Fly Outfitters, Brunswick
A hands-on fly-tying session focused on winter patterns. All skill levels welcome — from first-timers to seasoned anglers.

Trivia Night at Side Pockets
🕰️ 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🎯 Side Pockets, Brunswick
Fast-paced trivia with winners every five questions. Come early for food and drinks — stay sharp.

Friday, January 16

Darci Lynne Live
🕰️ 7:30 PM
🎯 Golden Isles Arts & Humanities Association, Brunswick
Darci Lynne brings her all-new live show to the Golden Isles, packed with fan-favorite puppets, original comedy, music, and audience interaction. A genuinely family-friendly show that still lands big laughs with adults.
More info & tickets: https://www.goldenislesarts.org

Saturday, January 17

Brunswick Harbor Market
🕰️ 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎯 Mary Ross Waterfront Park, Brunswick
The Harbor Market lights up the riverfront with food vendors, local makers, and specialty goods. Ideal for a relaxed Saturday stroll, morning snacks, and supporting local businesses.

Darien MLK Parade Viewing
🕰️ 10:00 AM
🎯 Highway 17, Darien
Gather in front of Grant Chapel to watch the MLK Parade, then head to Inverness Square for the MLK Day program. A meaningful community event rooted in remembrance and reflection.

Potions, Pills & Pustules: 18th Century Medicine
🕰️ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎯 Fort King George, Darien
Step inside the doctor’s house and explore how medicine was practiced in the 1700s — from flux and malaria cures to remedies that may make you grateful for modern healthcare. Educational, strange, and fascinating.
Admission: $8.25 adults | $6.25 seniors | $4.75 youth | Ages 5 & under free

Bobby Weir Tribute
🕰️ 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🎯 The Galley Food Truck Park, Brunswick
A laid-back afternoon celebrating the music of Bobby Weir with live sets from Will Gore (12–3), food trucks, and relaxed lawn-chair energy.

Celebrating Camellias in Bloom – Camellia Waxing
🕰️ 2:00 PM
🎯 Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation, Brunswick
Part of the Camellias in Bloom series, this demonstration focuses on traditional camellia waxing techniques used to preserve blooms at their peak. More details coming.

3rd Anniversary Celebration of Smooth Jazz
🕰️ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🎯 Mr. Shucks Seafood, SSI
Smooth Jazz by the Sea marks three years with Michael Hulett bringing coastal vibes, live music, and a relaxed afternoon supporting the Golden Isles Media Academy.
$10 donation at the door

District After Dusk
🕰️ 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎯 Pier Road, Jekyll
The Historic District comes alive after sunset with live music (Squirt Gun), food trucks, family activities, tastings, and evening strolling.
More info: https://www.jekyllisland.com/events

High Tide Wings Cruise-In
🕰️ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎯 High Tide Wings, Darien
Hot wings meet hot rods at this easygoing cruise-in. Cool cars, good food, and no-pressure hanging out.

Grand Italian Pasta Dinner
🕰️ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎯 Jekyll Island Club Resort, Jekyll
A classic Italian buffet in the Grand Dining Room featuring pasta favorites, rich sauces, and comfort-food goodness.
Tickets: https://www.jekyllclub.com/local-experiences

BINGO NITE
🕰️ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎯 Mack’s Bar-Be-Que, Brunswick
Dinner, bingo, and prizes. Show up early, grab your cards, and settle in for a classic Saturday night crowd favorite.

Krazzy Karaoke
🕰️ 9:00 PM
🎯 Little Zooks, Brunswick
The mic is open and anything can happen. Karaoke night returns for a late-night mix of bold performances, drinks, and pure chaos.

Sunday, January 18

Tai Chi & Qigong Workshop
🕰️ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎯 The Studio, Darien
A full-day workshop exploring traditional Yang-style Tai Chi and Qigong, with a focus on alignment, fascia, breath, circulation, and cultivating qi. Open to beginners and experienced practitioners alike, led by instructor and author Andrew Townsend.
Cost: $40
More info: https://darienstudio.com/book-a-class/ola/services/tai-chi-qigong-workshop-w-instructor-andrew-townsend

Gem Capital Shows
🕰️ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🎯 Exchange Club Fairgrounds, Brunswick
A two-day buy, sell, and trade show featuring coins, optics, hunting supplies, tactical gear, and collectibles. Sunday hours are perfect for browsing, deals, and last looks before teardown.
Admission: $12 adults
Info line: 828-524-2064

A Taste of Glynn – 25th Anniversary
🕰️ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎯 Sea Palms Resort, SSI
One of the Golden Isles’ most beloved culinary events celebrates 25 years. Local chefs, caterers, and restaurants serve signature dishes alongside live music and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit Glynn Community Crisis Center / Amity House.
Advance tickets required
Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/A-Taste-of-Glynn

Thursday, January 15

🎤 Songbird Open Mic Night @ Hootenanny’s in the Yard, Brunswick – 6:00–8:00 PM (family-friendly)
🎸 Rob Willis @ Tortuga Jack’s, Jekyll – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Will Gore @ Wee Pub Beach, Jekyll – 5:00 PM
🎸 Rider Trio @ The Wharf, Jekyll – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Brody Williams @ Strand Bistro/Chophouse, Jesup – 6:30–9:30 PM
🎤 Crawford & Co Songwriters Round @ Tipsy McSway’s, Brunswick – 7:00 PM (Crawford Perkins, Jim Quigley, Clara Easterlin & Emma Mac)
🎸 Tony Adams & Tim Akins @ Bennie’s Red Barn / Tree Bar, SSI – 8:00 PM
🎶 60s Vinyl Band @ Mullet Bay, SSI – 8:00–11:00 PM
🎸 Joey Thigpen & Keith Dean @ Village Inn & Pub, SSI – 8:00 PM
🎸 Hot Banana Coffee @ Reid’s Apothecary / The Study, Brunswick – 9:00 PM (password: 912-289-2679)

Friday, January 16

🎸 Roy Gentry & The Hired Guns @ Sanctuary Golf Club, Waverly – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Levi Moore @ The Hangout Bar & Grill, Brunswick – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎷 Michael Hulett @ Ocean Lodge Resort, SSI – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Triple Shot @ Tortuga Jack’s, Jekyll – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Colby Word @ Tribuzio’s Grille, Jekyll – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎹 Jerry Gowen (piano) @ Georgia Sea Grill, SSI – 6:30–9:30 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Captain Stan’s Smokehouse, Woodbine – 6:30 PM
🎸 Squirt Gun @ Fish Tales Pub & Grill, Brunswick – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Brody Williams Band @ Gnat’s Landing, SSI – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Bar at Mallery, SSI – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Lanie Mae @ Rafters, SSI – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Altamaha Sound @ Strand Bistro/Chophouse, Jesup – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Casey Robinson @ Three Oaks Steak & Seafood, Brunswick – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎤 Rider Trio @ Tipsy McSway’s, Brunswick – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Kellie Parr & Her Sidecars @ Tigre Island Room, Fernandina – 8:00 PM (free, all-ages)
🎶 Hot Banana Coffee @ Mullet Bay, SSI – 8:00–11:00 PM
🎸 Frost Bros Band @ Village Inn & Pub, SSI – 8:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Reid’s Apothecary / The Study, Brunswick – 9:00 PM (password: 912-289-2679)
🎶 Fire Lounge w/ Rastar @ Wine Alley / Wine Body & Soul, SSI – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎻 Acoustic Bluegrass/Gospel Jam @ Woodbine Opry – 7:00 PM (free; dining opens 5:00 PM)

Saturday, January 17

🎸 Live Music @ King City Kitchen, SSI – 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
🎸 Hollerin’ Bob @ Hootenanny’s in the Yard, Brunswick – 12:00–3:00 PM
🎸 Bob Weir Tribute (Will Gore) @ The Galley Food Truck Park, Brunswick – 12:00–3:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Tortuga Jack’s, Jekyll – 1:00–4:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Heritage Oaks Golf Club, Brunswick – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Squirt Gun @ Founders Social (District After Dark), Jekyll – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎶 60s Vinyl Band @ Tribuzio’s Grille, Jekyll – 5:30–8:30 PM
🎸 Troubadour South @ The Hangout Bar & Grill, Brunswick – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎸 Backbeat Boulevard @ The Wharf, Jekyll – 6:00–9:00 PM
🎹 Jerry Gowen (piano) @ Georgia Sea Grill, SSI – 6:30–9:30 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Captain Stan’s Smokehouse, Woodbine – 6:30 PM
🎸 South of Savannah @ Three Oaks Steak & Seafood, Brunswick – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 SaltWater Gypseas @ Gnat’s Landing, SSI – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Street Sinatra @ Rafters, SSI – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Strand Bistro/Chophouse, Jesup – 7:00–10:00 PM
🎸 Sidetone @ Bennie’s Red Barn / Tree Bar, SSI – 9:00 PM
🎸 Maple Street Band @ Mullet Bay, SSI – 8:00–11:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Village Inn & Pub, SSI – 8:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Reid’s Apothecary / The Study, Brunswick – 9:00 PM (password: 912-289-2679)
🎶 Electric Dance Band Show @ Woodbine Opry – 7:00 PM (free; dining opens 5:00 PM)

Sunday, January 18

🎸 Brody Williams & Emma Mac @ Founders Social, Jekyll – 1:00–4:00 PM
🎸 Backbeat Boulevard @ Tortuga Jack’s, Jekyll – 1:00–4:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Captain Stan’s Smokehouse, Woodbine – 3:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Uptown Tap & Cigar, SSI – 3:00–6:00 PM
🎸 Dexter Jones @ JI Beach House – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Lanie Mae @ The Hangout Bar & Grill, Brunswick – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Beachcomber BBQ, SSI – 5:00–8:00 PM
🎸 Live Music @ Village Inn & Pub, SSI – 7:00 PM

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