The Palmetto Running Company's Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half
- Date Sat 16th January 2027
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Daufuskie Island, South Carolina
- Price $112.30 - $133.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Daufuskie Island Marathon and Half, taking place on Saturday, January 16, 2027. Just a scenic 30-minute ferry ride from Hilton Head Island, SC, this exciting event is hosted in the picturesque Haig Point community on Daufuskie Island, Beaufort. Runners can choose between a full marathon and a half marathon, both offering stunning views and a unique course that winds through charming neighborhoods and along beautiful beaches.
As participants arrive, they'll be treated to a welcoming atmosphere complete with morning coffee, delicious cinnamon rolls, and lively entertainment to boost your energy before the race. After conquering the course, enjoy a catered picnic lunch, refreshing beverages, and a chance to celebrate your achievement with fellow runners and friends. Each participant will receive high-quality swag and a finishing medal, which can even be personalized with your finishing time by a local artist. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, scenic running, and post-race festivities that ensure a memorable experience for all! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—mark your calendars and get ready to run!
As participants arrive, they'll be treated to a welcoming atmosphere complete with morning coffee, delicious cinnamon rolls, and lively entertainment to boost your energy before the race. After conquering the course, enjoy a catered picnic lunch, refreshing beverages, and a chance to celebrate your achievement with fellow runners and friends. Each participant will receive high-quality swag and a finishing medal, which can even be personalized with your finishing time by a local artist. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, scenic running, and post-race festivities that ensure a memorable experience for all! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—mark your calendars and get ready to run!
Organiser's Description
Just a 30-minute ferry ride off Hilton Head Island, SC lies Daufuskie Island. Haig Point, a private residential community on Daufuskie, hosts this ultimate event consisting of a half marathon or full marathon. This event is produced and owned by RUN 4 A REASON LLC/ ROUGH RUNNERS R4R INC.
Runners will experience the all-inclusive running event, as soon as they step onto the island. The runners will be greeted with a morning cup of coffee, cinnamon rolls, and hyped entertainment to get you ready to run. Race through Haig Point, to Freeport, onto Church Rd, and then back into Haig Point along the beach. After your race, a catered picnic lunch and an assortment of beverages await youincluding a cool beer provided youre of legal drinking age. Additionally, each runner will receive high end swag and a finishing medal to commemorate your accomplishment. Take your medal to Jacy, a local artist, and she will engrave your finishing time while enjoying the after party. Chow down and listen to live entertainment with family and friends while you recover and enjoy your accomplishment.
Packet Pick Up.
Friday January 15th, 2027
11:00AM-6:00PM. PALMETTO RUNNING COMPANY 28 SHELTER COVE LANE, SUITE 117, HILTON HEAD, SC 29928
Visit our website www.daufuskieislandmarathon.com [http://www.daufuskieislandmarathon.com] for complete information and logistics.
A ferry pass for Daufuskie Island is NOT included in the registration.
Ferry Pass purchase is not active at this time. You will be emailed if registered when its available for purchase.
Runners will experience the all-inclusive running event, as soon as they step onto the island. The runners will be greeted with a morning cup of coffee, cinnamon rolls, and hyped entertainment to get you ready to run. Race through Haig Point, to Freeport, onto Church Rd, and then back into Haig Point along the beach. After your race, a catered picnic lunch and an assortment of beverages await youincluding a cool beer provided youre of legal drinking age. Additionally, each runner will receive high end swag and a finishing medal to commemorate your accomplishment. Take your medal to Jacy, a local artist, and she will engrave your finishing time while enjoying the after party. Chow down and listen to live entertainment with family and friends while you recover and enjoy your accomplishment.
Packet Pick Up.
Friday January 15th, 2027
11:00AM-6:00PM. PALMETTO RUNNING COMPANY 28 SHELTER COVE LANE, SUITE 117, HILTON HEAD, SC 29928
Visit our website www.daufuskieislandmarathon.com [http://www.daufuskieislandmarathon.com] for complete information and logistics.
A ferry pass for Daufuskie Island is NOT included in the registration.
Ferry Pass purchase is not active at this time. You will be emailed if registered when its available for purchase.
Races
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Daufuskie Island Marathon
Incl. $8.50 Fee & Race Swag
Sat 16th January 2027 (8:30AM EST)
$133.50
OPENS 08 FEBDaufuskie Island Marathon presented by Haig Point This race experience is a USATF certified course for 13.1 and 26.2 making it a qualifier for other marathons nation-wide. The course follows many of the highlights of Daufuskie Island such as Haig Point Lighthouse, Freeport, Historical Society, Tabby Circle, and overlooking the Atlantic Ocean Consider making this a weekend getaway runcation so that you may have time to explore this lovely, rustic island. Food, refreshments, medal engraving, and race photos are included in your registration. Food and beverage is also available to spectators for a small fee. Finisher medals to each finisher. Race swag will be announced The beneficiary of 2026 race will be the Daufuskie Island Conservancy, Haig Point Foundation, and Daufuskie island Historical Society. -
Daufuskie Island 1/2 Marathon
Incl. $7.30 Fee & Race Swag Shirt
Sat 16th January 2027 (9:30AM EST)
$112.30
OPENS 08 FEBDaufuskie Island Marathon presented by Haig Point This race experience is a USATF certified course for 13.1 and 26.2 making it a qualifier for other marathons nation-wide. The course follows many of the highlights of Daufuskie Island such as Haig Point Lighthouse, Freeport, Historical Society, Tabby Circle and overlooking the Atlantic Ocean Consider making this a weekend getaway runcation so that you may have time to explore this lovely, rustic island. Food, refreshments, medal engraving, and race photos are included in your registration. Food and beverage is also available to spectators for a small fee. Finisher medals are presented to each finisher. Race swag will be announced The beneficiary of 2026 race will be the Daufuskie Island Conservancy, Haig Point Foundation, and Daufuskie Island Historical Society.
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