Sandy Claus 5k and Mistletoe Fun Run
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 6:30AM EST
- Location Jekyll Island, Georgia
- Price $16.90 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a festive and fun-filled day at the Sandy Claus 5K and Mistletoe Fun Run on Saturday, December 13th, 2025, in the beautiful coastal setting of Jekyll Island, Glynn. This vibrant holiday event promises to be a memorable experience as participants dash through twinkling Christmas light displays along the shore. Starting at 6:30 AM, the Sandy Claus 5K invites runners of all levels to embrace the holiday spirit, while the Mistletoe Fun Run follows at 7:00 AM, perfect for families and friends looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll together.
While the event is sold out for guaranteed t-shirts and finisher medals, you can still register to join in on the holiday cheer, complete with festive costumes encouraged! Expect to enjoy holiday tunes, coastal treats, and perhaps even a special visit from Sandy Claus himself. With awards for overall and age group winners, plus unique finisher medals, the Sandy Claus 5K and Mistletoe Fun Run is your chance to celebrate the season in style. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness and festive fun—mark your calendars and get ready to make cherished memories this holiday season!
While the event is sold out for guaranteed t-shirts and finisher medals, you can still register to join in on the holiday cheer, complete with festive costumes encouraged! Expect to enjoy holiday tunes, coastal treats, and perhaps even a special visit from Sandy Claus himself. With awards for overall and age group winners, plus unique finisher medals, the Sandy Claus 5K and Mistletoe Fun Run is your chance to celebrate the season in style. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness and festive fun—mark your calendars and get ready to make cherished memories this holiday season!
Organiser's Description
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. EVENT IS SOLD OUT.
REGISTRATION SLOTS THAT ARE GUARANTEED A TSHIRT AND FINISHER MEDAL ARE SOLD OUT. YOU CAN STILL REGISTER AND ENJOY ALL THE OTHER PERKS OF THE SANDY CLAUS 5K INCLUDING RUNNING UNDER THE LIGHTS AND OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS IF YOU PLACE.
SANDY CLAUSE 5K & MISTLETOE FUN RUN
Saturday, December 13th | Jekyll Island, GA
Ditch the snow boots and grab your running shoesSandy Clause is coming to town! Join us on the beautiful shores of Jekyll Island for a coastal Christmas celebration like no other. This years 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'll enjoy a sparkling run full of holiday cheer.
SANDY CLAUS 5K STARTS: 6:30AM
MISTLETOE FUN RUN STARTS: 7:00AM
Costumes encouragedSanta hats, reindeer antlers, ugly sweaters (breathable ones, please), or go full beach elf!
Finish line perks include holiday tunes, coastal treats, and maybe even a visit from Sandy Clause himselfhe trades his sleigh for a beach cruiser down here. Runners will also receive Holiday inspired swag, awards for the overall and age group winners.
Dont wait for the last-minute gift rushregister early and join us for a holly jolly good time!
We may not have snow, but weve got plenty of sandand we promise, its way easier to run in.
ONE OF A KIND FINISHER MEDALS
OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE AWARDS, OVERALL MASTERS MALE AND FEMALE AWARDS.
AGE GROUP AWARDS: 0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
PACKET PICK UP: FRIDAY DECEMBER 12TH: 2PM-6PM AT THE ENTRANCE TO JEKYLL ISLAND OFF OF HWY 17. SEE MAP BELOW.
SATURDAY DECEMBER 13TH: 5:30AM-6:15AM FOR THE 5K. UNTIL 6:45AM FOR THE FUN RUN. BOTH AT THE START/FINISH AREA.
START AND FINISH FOR ALL RACES WILL BE AT PIER RD AND HOPKINS AVENUE.
REGISTRATION SLOTS THAT ARE GUARANTEED A TSHIRT AND FINISHER MEDAL ARE SOLD OUT. YOU CAN STILL REGISTER AND ENJOY ALL THE OTHER PERKS OF THE SANDY CLAUS 5K INCLUDING RUNNING UNDER THE LIGHTS AND OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS IF YOU PLACE.
SANDY CLAUSE 5K & MISTLETOE FUN RUN
Saturday, December 13th | Jekyll Island, GA
Ditch the snow boots and grab your running shoesSandy Clause is coming to town! Join us on the beautiful shores of Jekyll Island for a coastal Christmas celebration like no other. This years 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'll enjoy a sparkling run full of holiday cheer.
SANDY CLAUS 5K STARTS: 6:30AM
MISTLETOE FUN RUN STARTS: 7:00AM
Costumes encouragedSanta hats, reindeer antlers, ugly sweaters (breathable ones, please), or go full beach elf!
Finish line perks include holiday tunes, coastal treats, and maybe even a visit from Sandy Clause himselfhe trades his sleigh for a beach cruiser down here. Runners will also receive Holiday inspired swag, awards for the overall and age group winners.
Dont wait for the last-minute gift rushregister early and join us for a holly jolly good time!
We may not have snow, but weve got plenty of sandand we promise, its way easier to run in.
ONE OF A KIND FINISHER MEDALS
OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE AWARDS, OVERALL MASTERS MALE AND FEMALE AWARDS.
AGE GROUP AWARDS: 0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
PACKET PICK UP: FRIDAY DECEMBER 12TH: 2PM-6PM AT THE ENTRANCE TO JEKYLL ISLAND OFF OF HWY 17. SEE MAP BELOW.
SATURDAY DECEMBER 13TH: 5:30AM-6:15AM FOR THE 5K. UNTIL 6:45AM FOR THE FUN RUN. BOTH AT THE START/FINISH AREA.
START AND FINISH FOR ALL RACES WILL BE AT PIER RD AND HOPKINS AVENUE.
Races
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Sandy Claus 5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (6:30AM EST)
$48.70
CLOSED -
Mistletoe Fun Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (7:00AM EST)
$32.80
CLOSED -
Sandy Claus 5k-No Shirt, No Medal, No Problem.
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 13th December 2025 (6:30AM EST)
$16.90
CLOSEDThis category will not receive a shirt or finisher medal. Everyone gets a Christmas cookie. You are still eligible for the overall and age group awards and all the other perks.
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