Events
Place
Charleston, SC US 29412
Description
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 goes across 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 will have the top finisher awards as well as 3 deep in all age groups and a walkers award: top 3 Male and Female 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 23, 2025 from 11 AM - 6 PM at Fleet Feet Sports (881 Houston Northcutt Blvd., Mt Pleasant,)
- Saturday October 25, 2025 from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. at the race start (base of connector)
Race day packet pick up closes promptly at 7:30 AM so we can start promptly at 8 AM. You can pick up for a friend or family member.
Parking Information
We use a USATF certified OUT AND BACK course that begins and ends on James Island.
The James Island Connector will close at 6 AM and will reopen no later than 12 PM. Runners, walkers, and volunteers should take Folly Rd. to the start line.
Our parking procedures have changed for 2025. We're still finalizing details with the City of Charleston, and we'll update this area of the website once it's in place.
Raising Money for a Cause
The James Island Connector Run benefits South Carolina's #1 Charity, Charleston Animal Society. Protecting animals since 1874, Charleston Animal Society is a local No Kill South Carolina shelter where all healthy and treatable animals are saved. Charleston Animal Society became the first animal organization in South Carolina and one of the first in the Nation.
Our proceeds also benefit Ladies Enriching the Community (LETC), a nonprofit organization that enhances the Charleston Community through their commitment to education, economic, and cultural empowerment.
Race Management
The Charleston Running Club has hosted the James Island Connector Run since 2019.
Since 1977, the Charleston Running Club has promoted running in the local community. Early on, the club was instrumental in starting two of the area's largest races, the Cooper River Bridge Run and the Kiawah Marathon. Members of the club's leadership currently serve on the board of the Cooper River Bridge Run.
The Charleston Running Club hosts two additional fundraising races: the Charlie Post Classic 15K/5K in January and the Floppin’ Flounder 5K in June.
