James Island Connector Run

🏃‍♂️Race Overview

The James Island Connector Run (JICR) provides one of the most scenic race routes in the Southeast and one of the most challenging courses in the Lowcountry!

Overlooking the beautiful Ashley River and the historic downtown peninsula of Charleston, this 8K Run, 5K Run, and 5K Walk goes across the James Island Connector from the James Island side of the river, staying on the connector with no exit ramps. The post-race festival includes a finishers medal and food at the finish line.

The race starts at 8:00 am for all distances, runners and walkers.

🏅Awards & Swag

• Top Finisher Awards: We will have awards for the top finishers.
• Age Group Awards: Awards will be given 3 deep in all age groups.
• Walkers Award: Top 3 Male and Female walkers will be recognized.
• Finisher's Medals: All runners and walkers receive finisher's medals.

If you register close to race day, your preferred shirt size may not be available. Register as soon as possible to ensure you receive a shirt and the preferred size. Late registrants may not receive a shirt.

📦Packet Pick Up

We have TWO packet pick up options:

• Thursday, October 23, 2025: 11 AM - 6 PM at Fleet Feet Sports (881 Houston Northcutt Blvd., Mt Pleasant).
• Saturday, October 25, 2025: 6:30 AM - 7:30 AM at the race start (base of connector).

Race day packet pick up closes promptly at 7:30 AM so we can start promptly at 8 AM. You can pick up for a friend or family member.

🚗Parking Information

We use a USATF certified OUT AND BACK course that begins and ends on James Island (near Folly Rd).

The James Island Connector will close by 6 AM and will reopen no later than 12 PM.

Our parking procedures have changed for 2025. We're still finalizing details with the City of Charleston, and we'll update this area of the website once it's in place.

For more details, visit the official race page: James Island Connector Run.