Half Marathon races near Pooler

RUN FORREST RUN ENDURANCE FEST takes place at 100 Tom Triplett Road in Pooler, Georgia, with a morning start for its fall race-day schedule. The event offers families and newer runners an accessible start with a 1 Mile Fun Run on the road, while the 5K, 10K, and half marathon utilize trail courses. A Memorial Ruck 10K is also included, meaning the event is not restricted to standard running distances. The trail races are clearly marked, and volunteers are stationed along the course to guide participants. The 1 Mile race is designed for children and families, providing medals for all finishers, awards for the top three male and female runners, and a complimentary ice cream scoop for kids from The Ice Cream Stop in Pooler. The longer races include finisher medals, race shirts, and age-group awards. Additionally, 25% of registration proceeds benefit the Effingham Navigators Group, a nonprofit that supports individuals with special needs.

The Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M is a Savannah, Georgia running event offering three distances: 5K, 10K, and half marathon. The race begins at 8:30 AM near 1850 E Montgomery Cross Road. Parking is available close to the start, and packet pickup is restricted to the 30 minutes before the race. Advance registration via RunSignup is required, as there will be no race-day sign-ups. The course follows an out-and-back path for all distances, structured around repeated segments. The 5K covers the route twice, the 10K four times, and the half marathon six times, all within a 3 hour 30 minute time limit. Participants receive finisher medals, and awards are presented. Series points are tallied, and a best costume award is given, aligning with the Gobbler theme more than a typical road race prize structure.

The Savannah Southern Half starts runners in Forsyth Park and proceeds through Savannah, Georgia. The main event is a half marathon, with a 5K offered concurrently. Taking place in November, the race highlights its Southern locale with routes through oak-lined streets, past Spanish moss, and historic neighborhoods, concluding at Daffin Park. The 5K accommodates strollers, making the day suitable for participants beyond those aiming for a fast half marathon time. The half marathon course crosses the city center, featuring a segment within Grayson Stadium, home of the Savannah Bananas. Post-race, participants arrive at a festival featuring live music, DJs, dance groups, food vendors, and beverages. The event also fosters a year-round running community through meetups and training programs. Additionally, hotel discounts and complimentary shuttles connect the Finish Festival to downtown, facilitating a race-weekend trip to Savannah.

The Gobbler 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon takes place at Rotary Park in Columbus, Georgia, with all races beginning at 8:00 AM. Participants select from three standard distances. Pre-registration via RunSignup is mandatory; no race-day registration is available. Packet pickup is limited, opening 30 minutes before the start and closing 10 minutes prior to the race. The 5K and 10K follow a paved, shaded out-and-back course, with the 5K completed once and the 10K twice. The half marathon is also an out-and-back, but this route is repeated four times, making it a loop-intensive race where pacing and mental focus are key. The 5K and 10K have a 2-hour time limit, while the half marathon has a 3-hour, 30-minute limit. All finishers get a themed medal. Costumes are welcome, and the top costume prize is sent by mail post-race. The event is part of the US Road Running Race Series.

The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M in Savannah, GA, is a US Road Running event. It offers 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances starting from 1850 E Montgomery Cross Rd. The race begins at 8:30 AM. Packet pickup is available from 8:00 AM to 8:20 AM. Advance registration on RunSignup is required, as there is no race-day signup. All three distances follow an out-and-back course structure with repeats. 5K participants complete the course twice, 10K participants complete it four times, and half marathoners complete it six times. The course has a time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes. Parking is located near the start line, and all finishers will receive medals. A best costume award highlights the holiday theme.