James Island Connector Run
James Island Connector Run is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Charleston, SC, with entry fees from $40 to $50.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (86 days to go)
- Price
- $40–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
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.
All runners and walkers receive finisher's medals.
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 15, 2026 from 11 AM - 6 PM at Fleet Feet Mount Pleasant (881 Houston Northcutt Blvd)
- Saturday October 17, 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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
75°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Charleston City, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Charleston, SC
Population
152,014
as of 2023
City Elevation
-4 ft
Nearest Airport
CHS
Charleston International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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86
Days to train
- Race
- James Island Connector Run
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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James Island Connector Run
Oct 17, 2026