James Island Connector Run

  • Date Sat 31st October 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Charleston, South Carolina
  • Price $50.88 - $67.00
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 5 Mile, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the James Island Connector Run (JICR) on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in beautiful Charleston, South Carolina! This highly anticipated event promises to be one of the largest in years, attracting runners and walkers of all skill levels to take on the challenge of a stunning 8K run, a spirited 5K run, or a fun 5K walk.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Ashley River and Charleston's historic downtown skyline, the race begins and ends on the James Island Connector, offering a scenic and exhilarating course that’s perfect for both competitive athletes and casual participants. The festivities kick off at 8:00 AM, and participants can look forward to post-race celebrations featuring finisher medals and delicious food. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn awards for top finishers, age group leaders, and masters level competitors! Be sure to register early to secure your preferred shirt size, and consider picking up your race packet on Thursday, October 29, to ensure a smooth race day experience. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit in Charleston!

Organiser's Description

WE'RE EXPECTING OUR LARGEST JICR IN YEARS.

IF POSSIBLE, PLEASE PICK UP YOUR PACKET ON THURSDAY AT FLEET FEET MOUNT PLEASANT FROM 11 AM - 6 PM TO ENSURE WE HAVE A SMOOTH SATURDAY MORNING. A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER MAY PICK UP FOR YOU. THANK YOU!

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 starts and finishes on 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

We have awards for the top finishers (3 deep), age groups (3 deep), masters level, and walkers.

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 29, 2026 from 11 AM - 6 PM at Fleet Feet Mount Pleasant (881 Houston Northcutt Blvd)
* Saturday October 31, 2026 from 6:30 a.m. - 7:50 a.m. at the race start (base of connector on James Island)

Race day packet pick up closes at 7:50 AM (or after the last shuttle of runners/walkers have finished picking up their packets), so we can start promptly at 8 AM. You may pick up for a friend or family member.

WE HIGHLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO PICK UP YOUR PACKET ON THURSDAY.

COURSE 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.

Races

  • 8K Run

    Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 31st October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $67.00

    CLOSED
    Select this option if you plan to RUN the 8K (including run/walk). Our 8K run has overall, masters-level, and 5-year age group awards.
  • 5K Run or Run/Walk

    Incl. $6.25 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 31st October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $56.25

    CLOSED
    Select this option if you plan to RUN the 5K (including run/walk). Our 5K run has overall, masters-level, and 5-year age group awards.
  • 5K Walk ONLY

    Incl. $6.25 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 31st October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $56.25

    CLOSED
    Select this option if you plan to WALK the entire 5K (not running at all). Our 5K walk has awards for the top 3 male walkers and top 3 female walkers.
  • 8k Run - No Shirt - No Finisher Medal

    Incl. $6.63 Fee

    Sat 31st October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $61.63

    CLOSED
  • 5k Run - No Shirt - No Finisher Medal

    Incl. $5.88 Fee

    Sat 31st October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $50.88

    CLOSED
  • 5k Walk - No Shirt - No Finisher Medal

    Incl. $5.88 Fee

    Sat 31st October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $50.88

    CLOSED

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Location

Folly Road & James Island Expressway, Charleston, 29412, SC, United States

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