South Carolina · 10K · 5K · Duathlon
James Island Connector Run
James Island Connector Run is a 10K, 5K and Duathlon event held in Charleston, South Carolina. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, October 31, 2026. About 2,000 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- October 31, 2026
- Location
- Charleston, SC
- Field size
- ~2,000 runners
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Location
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Distances
- 10K, 5K, Duathlon
- Field size
- About 2,000 runners
- Course
- Bridge climb over the James Island Connector
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- jicrun.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:00 AM EDT
- Course profile
- Out-and-back course; Road surface; USATF certified
About the James Island Connector Run
A scenic 10K and 5K that crosses the James Island Connector with views of the Ashley River and downtown Charleston peninsula, benefiting the Charleston Animal Society. It is one of the Lowcountry's signature fall races.
Rankings and notes
- Rankings and awards
- One of the most scenic urban races in the Southeast; benefits the Charleston Animal Society
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James Island Connector Run: common questions
- When is the James Island Connector Run?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, October 31, 2026.
- Where is the James Island Connector Run held?
- In Charleston, South Carolina.
- What distances does the James Island Connector Run offer?
- 10K, 5K and Duathlon.
- How many people run the James Island Connector Run?
- About 2,000 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the James Island Connector Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the James Island Connector Run?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $60 (from runsignup.com, checked October 7, 2026).
- What time does the James Island Connector Run start?
- 8:00 AM EDT.
- What is the course like at the James Island Connector Run?
- Out-and-back course; Road surface; USATF certified.
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