Sandy Claus 5k and Mistletoe Fun Run

🎉 Sandy Claus 5K & Mistletoe Fun Run

Saturday, December 13th | Jekyll Island, GA

🌟 Event Overview

Ditch the snow boots and grab your running shoes—Sandy Clause is coming to town! Join us on the beautiful shores of Jekyll Island for a coastal Christmas celebration like no other. This year’s event will be extra magical as it takes place under the lights on Jekyll Island, adding a twinkling coastal glow to your run. Participants will run/walk past the iconic Jekyll Christmas light installations. Whether you're racing for a PR or strolling with friends, you will enjoy a sparkling run full of holiday cheer.

🏃‍♂️ Race Start Times

• Sandy Claus 5k starts: 6:30am
• Mistletoe Fun Run starts: 7:00am

🎭 Costume Fun

Costumes encouraged—Santa hats, reindeer antlers, ugly sweaters (breathable ones, please), or go full beach elf!

🎶 Finish Line Festivities

Finish line perks include holiday tunes, coastal treats, and maybe even a visit from Sandy Clause himself—he trades his sleigh for a beach cruiser down here. Runners will also receive holiday inspired swag, awards for the overall and age group winners.

📝 Registration Information

Don’t wait for the last-minute gift rush—register early and join us for a holly jolly good time!

We may not have snow, but we’ve got plenty of sand—and we promise, it’s way easier to run in.

📦 Packet Pickup

• Friday December 12th: 3pm-7pm TBD.
• Saturday December 13th: 5:30am-6:15am for the 5k. Until 6:45am for the Fun Run.

📍 Start and Finish Location

Start and Finish for all races will be at Pier Rd and Hopkins Avenue.

🔗 More Information

For more details and to register, visit: Sandy Claus 5K & Mistletoe Fun Run.