Under the Oaks Run

OCT
10
2026
Scenic Jekyll Island races with a half marathon, 10k and 5k that run along the ocean, under live oaks and beside marsh and riverfront.
Sat 10 Oct 2026
13 miles 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Under the Oaks Run : Jekyll Island, GA

Under the Oaks Run is the 16th annual weekend race held on Jekyll Island, Georgia. The event offers three distances and routes that pass along the Atlantic Ocean, under live oak trees in the historic Millionaires Village, and along marsh and riverfront paths. Course surfaces include tree-canopied bike paths and seaside stretches.

Organizers list these distances:

  • 13.1 Half Marathon
  • 10k
  • 5k

The event is presented in partnership with local organizations and uses Summer Waves on Jekyll Island for the start and finish area and for packet pick-up. Packet pick-up details are to be determined. Registration includes an event T-shirt, finisher medal, swag bag, post-race food, and race photos provided free by the race photographer.

Registration is non-refundable for any reason. If the event is cancelled for reasons beyond organizers' control, registered participants will be switched to virtual entries and packets will be mailed. Registrations cannot be deferred to a future year but may be transferred to another runner at no charge. If a registrant cannot attend, the packet can be mailed for a fee of $15 for 5k and 10k or $25 for the half marathon.

Current registration fees increase on 8/1/2026 and are listed as: 5k $40, 10k $50, Half Marathon $80. A 20% discount is available for military and first responders using the promo code USA2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
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