YMCA Critz Tybee Run
Tybee Island's YMCA Critz Tybee Run offers a unique festival atmosphere with multiple distances.
Race Date
Feb 5, 2027
Location
Tybee Island, GA
Quick facts
- Date
- Friday, February 5, 2027
- Location
- Tybee Island, Georgia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K, 2.8 Miles, 1 Miles, 26.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,242
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The YMCA Critz Tybee Run on Georgia's Tybee Island presents a unique running festival experience. Runners can choose from a variety of distances, including a 5K, 10K, and the half-marathon, with the option to combine events for a full marathon.
The event has been held for 3 editions, most recently in 2023, drawing participants from approximately 26 states. The half-marathon typically sees around 227 finishers, with a repeat-runner loyalty rate of about 13%.
Beyond the races, the festival includes a "Taste" event on Friday and the main running events on Saturday, creating a lively atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. This event offers a chance to experience Tybee Island while pursuing a new personal best.
Race-provided description
Join us on Tybee Island, Georgia for a run festival where Friday is the Taste, Saturday is the Test. A running event like no other! Run one, two, three, or all 5 events. If you choose to run them all the distances add up to 26.2… a full marathon! Military or First Responders enter discount code 27Service at checkout for a 10% savings on your registration.
Logistics
Race Day
Friday, February 5, 2027
Start Time
8:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt (1 shirt per runner)
Start Location
1605 Strand Ave., Tybee Island, GA, 31328
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout726 years running
~240 finishers a year
shrinking
22% returning runners
4 timing sources
runners from 33 states
winner 1:21:27
typical high 59°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
49°
Afternoon (High)
59°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
17 mph
Wind
81%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,242 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
1,242
Median time
2:07:25
Latest turnout
240
States
43
Turnout by year
2020–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
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Frequently asked
When is the YMCA Critz Tybee Run?
The YMCA Critz Tybee Run is held on Friday, February 5, 2027, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the YMCA Critz Tybee Run take place?
It takes place in Tybee Island, Georgia.
What distances does the YMCA Critz Tybee Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K, 2.8 Miles, 1 Miles, 26.2 Miles.
Is the YMCA Critz Tybee Run course flat and good for a PR?
The YMCA Critz Tybee Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the YMCA Critz Tybee Run?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,242 runners who have completed the YMCA Critz Tybee Run.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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