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May 7-9
Jekyll Island Buggy Expo
JIBE is Jekyll Island’s first and only annual kite buggy rally, located on the beach at Blackbeard’s Restaurant.It is an informal get-together for kite-buggy pilots, but ATB/ landboarders and all traction and power kite fliers are welcome. Proceeds benefit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island. coastalwindsports.com
May 9
Summer Waves Opening Day with Jonas Brothers Karaoke
Splash in to a rockin’ summer at Summer Waves Water Park’s opening day. Included in the fun will be Jonas Brothers Karaoke and registration to win tickets to a Jonas Brothers concert!
May 9, May 30
Jekyll Island Play Golf America “Play Day”
11:30 a.m - Golf Clinic Q & A. 12:30 p.m Shot Gun Format, 2 Person Scramble Players - Beginners or Skilled, create your own team. Event is FREE. Jekyll Island Golf Course.
May 15-16
Jekyll Island Turtle Crawl
Athletes compete in a triathlon, an Olympic-distance triathlon, a sprint triathlon, or a and 5K fun run. Proceeds benefit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Registration still available at www.gamultisports.com
May 30
Safety Fair
Join the Georgia State Patrol, the Brunswick Police Department and Red Bug Motors for a Safety Fair at the Jekyll Island Airport. Basic teen driving course; DUI Driving Course, and more. 11:00 - 2:00 PM.
June 1 - June 30
2009 Women’s Golf Month
Jekyll Island offers a “Ladies Play Day” on Wednesdays for $25.00 ea. Includes 1 hour group lesson, Green Fee & cart. All participants receive one year subscription to Golf Digest! Jekyll Island Golf Course. 912-635-2368.
June 8-13
Nest Fest Week on Jekyll Island
A week-long celebration of the Georgia Sea Turtle Center’s anniversary. Educational seminars and outdoor activities all week with a finale event at the Beachdeck on the 13th.
July 1 - July 31
Jekyll Island Family Golf “Kids Play Free”
Kids 14 and under play free with a paying adult. Contact the Jekyll Island Golf Course / 912-635-2368
July 4th
July 4th Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day with a family-fun party at the Beachdeck! Featuring the the Big Dawg and Paul Show, with a giant reverse bunge, bouncy houses, and a fireworks finale that is known to be one of the best in the region.
July 6 - July 12
Daughters Play Free
Bring your daughter to play golf and she plays FREE! Contact the Jekyll Island Golf Course / 912-635-2368
August 9
Summer Waves Demi Lovato Karaoke
Have a rockin’ summer with Summer Waves Demi Lovato Karaoke and registration to win tickets to her Aug.2 concert in Orlando, FL!
August 21-22
Beach Music Festival and BBQ Bash
Beach Music concerts, shag lessons, and lots of dancing all weekend. Concerts feature some of today’s top beach music bands and take place on Jekyll Island’s beach. www.jekyllisland.com/bmf
September 4-7
Jekyll Island Patriot Golf Day
Golfers will receive a $10 discount on Green Fees & Cart and are asked to donate a minimum of $1 to benefit the Folds of Honor Foundation. 912-635-2368. www.jekyllisland.com/golf
September 13
Jekyll Island High School Country Invitational
Jekyll Island High School Cross Country Invites students to participate in a cross country race on Jekyll Island’s Great Dunes Golf Course. www.jixc.com
September 18-20
Shrimp & Grits: The Wild Georgia Shrimp Festival
A weekend celebration of two of Georgia’s most beloved foods - shrimp & grits. The festival features a cook-off, shrimp boat tours, live entertainment and kid-friendly fun zone. www.jekyllisland.com/shrimpandgrits
October 9-11
Georgia’s Colonial Coast Birding & Nature Festival
The Georgia’s Colonial Coast Birding Festival has activities such as nature walks, educational seminars and children’s programs. Visit
www.coastalgeorgiabirding.org for more information.
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