Ep 21: Best of Savannah 2026 Voting Guide | Connect Savannah (Vote by March 4!)

Savannah locals — it’s that time again.Michelle and Missy sit down with Erica Baskin, Director of Events at Connect Savannah, to talk all things Best of Savannah 2026 — one of the most anticipated and community-driven competitions in the city.With over 90,000 nominations submitted each year, Best of Savannah has become a staple credential for local businesses, creatives, restaurants, bartenders, medical professionals, tattoo artists, and more.In this episode, we cover:- The 21+ year history of Best of Savannah-How the nomination and voting process works-Why some businesses take it seriously (and why they should)-The most popular categories (Best Tattoo Shop, Best Bartender, Best New Business & more)-What happens at the Best of Savannah party-VIP table options & event details- How Connect Savannah evolved from print to community eventsUpcoming nonprofit races & festivalsErica also shares behind-the-scenes insight into how nominations are reviewed and how the competition has grown from a 300-person party to over 1,200 attendees.Voting for Best of Savannah 2026 is open now and closes March 4th.Support your favorite local businesses, entrepreneurs, restaurants, bartenders, artists, and service providers.👉 Submit your votes here:https://www.connectsavannah.com/2026-best-of-savannah/#//