Savannah Southern Half Marathon returns to Forsyth Park

The Savannah Southern Half Marathon is resuming after its inaugural year, now featuring a revamped route that begins and concludes at the iconic Forsyth Park. Last year's event commenced at Forsyth Park but concluded in Daffin Park. This year, it is anticipated to attract approximately 6,000 participants. Crystian Kumnick, the Managing Director of Motiv Sports, the event's producer, expressed optimism in a press release, stating that the inaugural race surpassed numerous targets while delivering an excellent experience for locals and visitors alike.

Kumnick further emphasized the organizers' commitment to expanding and refining the event in subsequent years to maintain Savannah's charm and deliver the best possible experience for runners. Accompanying the half-marathon, a 5k race will traverse from Forsyth Park to Daffin Park. The new half-marathon path meanders through Downtown Savannah toward the city’s west side, passing significant landmarks like the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist and Enmarket Arena.

It also traverses the Ardsley Park-Chatham Crescent neighborhood before entering Daffin Park, where runners pass through Historic Grayson Stadium. The course then returns to Forsyth Park. The 5k course concludes in Daffin Park after passing through the Thomas Square and Baldwin Park neighborhoods. Registrations can be completed online via the race's official website.