Sunshine Festival July 4th 5k & 1 mile
About the Event
42nd Annual July 4th Sunshine Festival 5k Race and 1-mile on St Simons Island!
This year’s event is especially meaningful as it coincides with the 250th anniversary of our nation and marks the 40th anniversary of the Golden Isles Track Club. Join us in celebrating both our nation’s history and four decades of local running tradition at one of Georgia’s most scenic and spirited 5K events.
The Road Runners Club of America has selected the Golden Isles Track Club’s Sunshine Festival 5K as an official State Championship Event—an honor that recognizes the race’s quality, competition, and community impact. This prestigious designation elevates the event’s profile, attracting top runners from across the region while offering participants the opportunity to compete in a championship-caliber race on the scenic streets of St. Simons Island. Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of Georgia’s premier 5K experiences.
Join fellow runners on July 4, 2026 for the Sunshine Festival July 4th 5k & 1 mile. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Saint Simons Island.
Races Offered
Running
5k
1 Mile
Wheelchair
Adaptive Athlete 5k
About Saint Simons Island
Sunshine Festival July 4th 5k & 1 mile takes place in Saint Simons Island, Georgia, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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