Start/Finish Location: St Simons Park / Kings Park, 515 Park Ave, St Simons Island, GA 31522 (Across from Mallery Park) Starting Line: The starting line will be sorted by expected pace, fastest up front and walkers in the back. Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the 39th Annual Sunshine Festival July 4th Race! This historic family event kicks off bright and early with a 5K race through the iconic live oak and Spanish moss-lined streets of St. Simons Island at 7:00 AM, followed by a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk at 8:00 AM. The 5k race winds through the beautiful live oak and Spanish moss-lined streets of St. Simons Island at 7:00 AM! St Simons Island, Kings Park which is across from Mallery Park. The race starts on Park Ave. beside the basketball court. The 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will be held immediately following the 5K at 8:00 AM. St. Simons Island 2025 Calendar of Events St. Simons Island is always humming with a variety of fun activities and things to do year-round. From local farmer's markets, art and antique shows, Music in the Park, outdoor excursions, to wine tastings, gallery exhibits, tours, and on-going classes and workshops for creative pursuits such as painting, pottery, jewelry making or dance instruction Welcome to the 41st Annual July 4th Sunshine Festival 5k Race and 1-mile on St Simons Island! Finisher medals for all 5k and 1-mile finishers! There are many local social media and web "local event" calendars for the Golden Isles, they are not always up to date for our event in spite of our efforts. This is our OFFICAL Race Website! Welcome to the 41st Annual July 4th Sunshine Festival 5k Race and 1-mile on St Simons Island! Sunshine Festival July 4th 5k: $35. 7:00AM EDT. Price increases after May 31, 2025 at 11:59 pm EDT. Sunshine Festival July 4th 1 Mile: $20. 8:00AM EDT. Price increases after May 31, 2025 at 11:59 pm EDT. Annual 4th of July Golf Cart Parade in Pier Village on SSI, presented by St. Simons Bait & Tackle. Parade starts at 11 a.m. Call (912) 634-1888 for more info. St. Simons Island Vacation Information July 4, 2024: This celebratory island tradition features numerous vendors, arts & crafts, live music, a golf cart parade, 5k and many more lively activities. The event takes place at the St. Simons Pier Village, and after dark, a dazzling fireworks show is showcased at Neptune Park. Welcome to the 40th Annual Sunshine Festival July 4th Race! Generations have enjoyed this fun for the whole family event! The 5k race winds through the beautiful live oak and Spanish moss-lined streets of St. Simons Island at 7:00 AM! Race Photos, free digital photos provided by Sports in Motion! Pre-Race Day: Walk-up registration on July 3rd is available, NO RACE DAY registrations on July 4th. 📅 Pre-Race Day Packet Pickup. Wednesday, July 3rd, 4-7 pm at St. Simons Presbyterian Church social hall, 205 Kings Way. Your friends or family can pick up your packet but may have to get in multiple lines. After picking up your bib, you will The Sunshine Festival and 5K Race. The Annual Sunshine Festival is a cornerstone of July 4th celebrations on St. Simons Island, bringing together residents and visitors for a weekend of community, crafts, and coastal fun. 1 MILE FUN RUN STARTS AT 8:00 AM Location: 601 Mallery St. Mallery Park, near the Village on St. Simons Island Expo and Late Registration: July 3rd, 4-7 pm - St. Simons Presbyterian Church, 250 Kings Way The 5k race winds through the beautiful live oak and Spanish moss-lined streets of St. Simons Island at 7:00 AM! The 1 Mile Fun Run for children will be held immediately following the 5K at 8:00 AM. The 1 Mile Fun Run will start and finish at the same location as the 5k. St. Simons Island's 4th of July Celebration. The Annual St. Simons Island Sunshine Festival held in the Pier Village on St. Simons has been an island tradition for over 60 years. With St. Simons Island fireworks, a 5K and 1-mile fun run, and more, this is the perfect family-friendly event this season. Festival Hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm. The 5k race winds through the beautiful live oak and Spanish moss-lined streets of St. Simons Island at 7:00 AM! The 1 Mile Fun Run for children will be held immediately following the 5K at 8:00 AM. The 1 Mile Fun Run will start and finish at the same location as the 5k. 4 th of July week is a favorite time of year on St. Simons Island. For over 60 years, the St. Simons Island Sunshine Festival has been held in the Pier Village, welcoming all ages to celebrate! On Friday, July 4, the race begins at 7:00am. The 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk 5K begins at 8:00am. Generations have enjoyed this fun for the whole family event! The 5k race winds through the beautiful live oak and Spanish moss-lined streets of St. Simons Island at 7:00 AM! This is a USTAF Certified 5k route. The 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will be held immediately following the 5K at 8:00 AM. The 5k race winds through the beautiful live oak and Spanish moss-lined streets of St. Simons Island at 7:00 AM! This is a USTAF Certified 5k route. The 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will be held immediately following the 5K at 8:00 AM. Join us for the 41st Annual Sunshine Festival on July 4th, 2025, at the picturesque St. Simons Island in Glynn County! This exciting event features a thrilling 5K race and a fun 1-mile run that promise to be a fantastic way to celebrate Independence Day. Generations have enjoyed this fun for the whole family event! The 5k race winds through the beautiful live oak and Spanish moss-lined streets of St. Simons Island at 7:00 AM! This is a USTAF Certified 5k route. The 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will be held immediately following the 5K at 8:00 AM.
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