Run For Rangers Savannah
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Tybee Island, Georgia
- Price $35.45 - $75.20
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the Run For Rangers event on Saturday, November 21, 2026, hosted on the beautiful Tybee Island in Chatham, Georgia! This exciting race features two main events: a scenic Half Marathon starting at 7:30 AM and a fast-paced 5K kicking off at 8:00 AM, both beginning at the historic Fort Screven across from the iconic Tybee Lighthouse. Runners will enjoy breathtaking views of the coastal landscape, including the picturesque Jaycee Park, South Beach, and serene salt marshes, all while benefiting from the flat, fast course that promises personal bests.
Participants can compete in various age and gender categories, with awards for the top finishers in each category. Every runner will receive a custom Tybee/Ranger finisher medal, and there's even a special Ranger Challenge Relay exclusively for Army Rangers. As you prepare for this memorable event, don't forget to secure your parking pass for the North Beach lot when registering! Whether you're a local or visiting for the weekend, this is a fantastic opportunity to support our Ranger veterans while enjoying the incredible November weather on Tybee Island. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day of community, camaraderie, and
Participants can compete in various age and gender categories, with awards for the top finishers in each category. Every runner will receive a custom Tybee/Ranger finisher medal, and there's even a special Ranger Challenge Relay exclusively for Army Rangers. As you prepare for this memorable event, don't forget to secure your parking pass for the North Beach lot when registering! Whether you're a local or visiting for the weekend, this is a fantastic opportunity to support our Ranger veterans while enjoying the incredible November weather on Tybee Island. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day of community, camaraderie, and
Organiser's Description
5K SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2026 8:00 A.M.
Starts from Historic Fort Screven on Meddin Drive across from the Tybee Lighthouse. Runs past Officers row, Jaycee Park, historic Fort Screven housing and back to North Beach finish line. A Very Flat and Fast course. This is a chip timed event with several age/gender categories, and awards will be made for 1st to 3rd places, in each category. All participants will receive a custom Tybee/Ranger finisher medal. Parking is available at the North Beach lot for this event and we encourage participants to buy a parking pass with race registration. Parking Pass is good till noon and will be handed out at packet pickup. NOTE: Do Not Park at the Lighthouse. They have their own parking lot and they open at 9am. Make sure to park at North Beach lot. Please visit (link) for further information and to register and support our Ranger Vets.
Half Marathon Saturday, November 21, 2026 7:30 am to 10:45 pm.
This event runs on most of Tybee Island, GA providing unmatched scenic route with coastal breezes and salt air. Starting in front of Fort Screven on Meddin Drive directly across from the Lighthouse. They don't get much flatter than this course and very scenic encompassing views of Historic Fort Screven, The Tybee Lighthouse, Jaycee Park, Officers row, The Pier, South Beach, The Back River, several areas of Salt marsh with crossing Tidal creeks and going through Memorial Park. November weather is great to run a Half Marathon on Tybee. Come early and spend the weekend! A Chip timed event with a finisher medal and Technical T-shirt. Parking is available at the North Beach lot for this event and we encourage participants to buy a parking pass with race registration. Parking Pass is good till noon and will be handed out at packet pickup. Parking Passes are per vehicle so car pooling is recommended.
NOTE: Do Not Park at the Lighthouse. They have their own parking lot and they open at 9am. Make sure to park at North Beach lot. We do recommend staying after the race to see the lighthouse and museum if you've still got 178 steps left in the legs for the climb.
Half Marathon Ranger Challenge Relay- 2 Person Teams (ONLY for ARMY RANGERS)
Active duty or retired Army Rangers compete as teams against other two person teams as a Half Marathon relay with the exchange point at approximately half way in the half. 6 mile mark as the exchange point from the first leg.
*Pre-registration strongly requested for planning purposes. Walk-up registrants will not be guaranteed a T-shirt for the event.
HALF MARATHON RANGER CHALLENGE (ONLY FOR ARMY RANGERS)
This division is only for Army Ranger competition one on one against other Rangers in the half marathon.
AWARDS
5K awards - Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female and Age Groups 1st, 2nd and 3rd place starting at 10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Up
Half Marathon awards - Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female and Age Groups 1st, 2nd and 3rd place starting at 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Up
Top overall male/female per category are recognized with a Custom Crafted Ranger Plaque
* Additional purchase are available for long sleeve t-shirts and hoodies!
PACKET PICKUP
Starting on Thursday 11-19-26 at The Hilton Garden Inn 5711 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31405. Close to Hunter Army Airfield. Time TBA.
On Friday 11-20-26 at The Shrine Club 1 Meddin Drive Tybee Island, GA 31328 from 3:30-6:15 pm. At the Start Line.
WHERE TO STAY
On the Island Hotel Tybee has a special room rate from Friday 11-20 all the way through Thanksgiving. www.hoteltybee.com [https://www.hoteltybee.com]Pick your dates and select group code in the drop down. Special discount code is RunforRangers.
In Savannah The Hilton Garden Inn Savannah Midtown. https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/savmtgi-900-4ff80d00-1a9d-4b36-a9d2-6508ddecb193/
Starts from Historic Fort Screven on Meddin Drive across from the Tybee Lighthouse. Runs past Officers row, Jaycee Park, historic Fort Screven housing and back to North Beach finish line. A Very Flat and Fast course. This is a chip timed event with several age/gender categories, and awards will be made for 1st to 3rd places, in each category. All participants will receive a custom Tybee/Ranger finisher medal. Parking is available at the North Beach lot for this event and we encourage participants to buy a parking pass with race registration. Parking Pass is good till noon and will be handed out at packet pickup. NOTE: Do Not Park at the Lighthouse. They have their own parking lot and they open at 9am. Make sure to park at North Beach lot. Please visit (link) for further information and to register and support our Ranger Vets.
Half Marathon Saturday, November 21, 2026 7:30 am to 10:45 pm.
This event runs on most of Tybee Island, GA providing unmatched scenic route with coastal breezes and salt air. Starting in front of Fort Screven on Meddin Drive directly across from the Lighthouse. They don't get much flatter than this course and very scenic encompassing views of Historic Fort Screven, The Tybee Lighthouse, Jaycee Park, Officers row, The Pier, South Beach, The Back River, several areas of Salt marsh with crossing Tidal creeks and going through Memorial Park. November weather is great to run a Half Marathon on Tybee. Come early and spend the weekend! A Chip timed event with a finisher medal and Technical T-shirt. Parking is available at the North Beach lot for this event and we encourage participants to buy a parking pass with race registration. Parking Pass is good till noon and will be handed out at packet pickup. Parking Passes are per vehicle so car pooling is recommended.
NOTE: Do Not Park at the Lighthouse. They have their own parking lot and they open at 9am. Make sure to park at North Beach lot. We do recommend staying after the race to see the lighthouse and museum if you've still got 178 steps left in the legs for the climb.
Half Marathon Ranger Challenge Relay- 2 Person Teams (ONLY for ARMY RANGERS)
Active duty or retired Army Rangers compete as teams against other two person teams as a Half Marathon relay with the exchange point at approximately half way in the half. 6 mile mark as the exchange point from the first leg.
*Pre-registration strongly requested for planning purposes. Walk-up registrants will not be guaranteed a T-shirt for the event.
HALF MARATHON RANGER CHALLENGE (ONLY FOR ARMY RANGERS)
This division is only for Army Ranger competition one on one against other Rangers in the half marathon.
AWARDS
5K awards - Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female and Age Groups 1st, 2nd and 3rd place starting at 10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Up
Half Marathon awards - Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female and Age Groups 1st, 2nd and 3rd place starting at 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Up
Top overall male/female per category are recognized with a Custom Crafted Ranger Plaque
* Additional purchase are available for long sleeve t-shirts and hoodies!
PACKET PICKUP
Starting on Thursday 11-19-26 at The Hilton Garden Inn 5711 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31405. Close to Hunter Army Airfield. Time TBA.
On Friday 11-20-26 at The Shrine Club 1 Meddin Drive Tybee Island, GA 31328 from 3:30-6:15 pm. At the Start Line.
WHERE TO STAY
On the Island Hotel Tybee has a special room rate from Friday 11-20 all the way through Thanksgiving. www.hoteltybee.com [https://www.hoteltybee.com]Pick your dates and select group code in the drop down. Special discount code is RunforRangers.
In Savannah The Hilton Garden Inn Savannah Midtown. https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/savmtgi-900-4ff80d00-1a9d-4b36-a9d2-6508ddecb193/
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$35.45
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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (7:30AM EST)
$75.20
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Ranger Challange Relay Half Marathon (ONLY ARMY RANGERS)
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (7:30AM EST)
$64.60
Army Ranger Team Relay competition -
Half Marathon Ranger Challenge (ONLY for ARMY RANGERS)
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (7:30AM EST)
$64.60
Limited to Army Rangers
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1 Meddin Drive, Tybee Island, 30328, GA, United States
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