The Turtle Crawl Triathlon & Nest Fest celebrates athleticism and ecology on Jekyll Island. Known as one of the most scenic triathlons on the East Coast, this USAT sanctioned event includes an Olympic Distance, Sprint Distance, and 5K/10K Run. With so many options, there is something for athletes of every skill level. At the finish line, guests can take part in Nest Fest, educational activities and exhibits culminating with the release of rehabilitated sea turtle from the Georgia Sea Turtle Center .

The Friday night before, Athletes are invited to Dash & Dine, a pasta dinner and the grand opening of Great Dunes Park the Friday evening before the race. The dash is a Family Fun Run, less than one mile, with the finale being a red ribbon finish line, signifying the grand opening of Great Dunes Park. The dash begins at 6:30 PM. Dinner and live music begin around 7 PM. All activities take place in front of the new Jekyll Island Convention Center. Adults: $10, Kids 4-13: $5, Kids 3 and under: Free. Make reservations during your race registration or by calling the Jekyll Island Visitor Information Center at 912-635-3636.