Plan Your Stay Around Exciting Events & Festivals on Jekyll
This Jekyll Island oceanside hotel provides our guests with a wonderful home base for all the many events and recreational activities avaialble close by. Hampton Inn & Suites, Jekyll Island's beachside resort, makes for the perfect vacation spot. Even if you are coming for business, we'll help you work in a little fun while visiting the Golden Isles of Georgia. Plan to coast a while and play in the sun with us!
Island Treasures January 1 - February 28, 2011
Highly skilled artisans from across the US create stunning, hand worked glass globeswhich are hidden along the beaches for lucky visitors to find!
Jekyll Island Art Festival March 11-13, 2011
This annual March event showcases art by Jekyll Island Arts Association members. Enjoy demonstrations by weavers, carvers, painters & potters as well as the ever popular Festival Bake Sale. Submissions will be available for purchase after judging. http://www.jekyllartsassociation.org/
US Kid's Golf Jekyll Island Cup March 26-27, 2011
Island wide March US Kid's Golf event provides young golfers aged 6-14, a venue to compete for individual honors on Jekyll Island's beautiful golf courses.
Easter Egg Stroll April 23, 2011
Annual family friendly Easter gathering in the Historic District is held on the Saturday prior to Easter Sunday. Search and find hidden Easter eggs along Pier Road, have a photo with the Easter Bunny and enjoy pony rides and other kid friendly activities. Special section for the little ones 3 and under.
Turtle Crawl Triathalon & Nest Fest May 20-21, 2011
This USAT Sanctioned Olympic & Sprint Distance Triathlon & the 5JK Fun Run gives athletes and their guests a weekend to enjoy their athletic events held along Jekyll Island's scenic beaches, roadways and paved bike paths. Event culminates with the Saturday afternoon release of a rehabilitated sea turtle. Event benefits the GA Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island.
Jekyll Island July 4th Celebration
Join friends and family for day-long celebration island style! Enjoy a full day of fun events, music, great food all day long.
Jekyll Island Beach Music Festival August 11-13, 2011
A 28 year tradition hosted by the Jekyll Island Authority and Golden
Isles Shag Club, the Jekyll Island Beach Music Festival is the largest Beach Music Festival on the Georgia coast. A great way to celebrate the summer season, the festival includes multiple beach music parties, dance lessons, and the always popular free beach concert.
Shrimp & Grits: The Wild Georgia Shrimp Festival September 16 - 18, 2011
A weekend celebration of two of Georgia's most beloved foods - shrimp & grits. Featuring a cook-off, shrimp boat tours, cooking demonstrations, arts and crafts, live entertainment and a kid-friendly fun zone. A must for food & fun lovers!
Georgia-Florida Golf Classic October 26 - 28, 2011
Whether you are a Bulldawg or Gator fan, prepare for the annual football rivalry of the Jacksonville's BIG GAME with this pre-game golf tournament on Jekyll Island's beautiful courses. This 31 year tradition provides a perfect mix of golf, food & fun!
Christmas History on Jekyll Island November 26, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Jekyll Island is transformed for the holidays! The Historic District will be decorated in Christmas grandeur and special themed tours will take visitors back in time to Christmas during the elegant Club era. The season begins with the Christmas Tree Lighting on the Saturday following Thanksgiving and continues with storytelling, caroling, craft workshops and more.
Bluegrass Festival December 30, 31, 2011 and January 1, 2012
Celebrate the New Year at the annual Jekyll Island New Year's festival on Jekyll Island Georgia. This unique festival is hosted by the Jekyll Island Convention Center and fetures great music and food.
