Savannah, GA, November 10, 2026 — The second annual Savannah Southern Half Marathon and 5K is scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 14. The event is slated to begin at 7 a.m.

Participants will start and finish in Savannah’s historic Forsyth Park. As with many large-scale running events, organizers anticipate that the race will cause notable impacts to downtown traffic and parking for residents and visitors.

Further details regarding specific road closures, detours, and parking advisories were not immediately available. Information concerning the expected number of participants or any additional logistical plans was also not provided in the initial announcement.

The Savannah Southern Half Marathon and 5K marks its second year, with Forsyth Park serving as the central hub for the race activities. Attendees planning to travel through or park in the downtown area on November 14 are advised to anticipate potential delays and seek alternative routes or parking options where possible.

The event’s organizers have indicated that the race will proceed rain or shine. Specific routes for both the half marathon and the 5K will be published closer to the event date. Road closures and traffic management plans are typically implemented to ensure the safety of runners and spectators alike.

The summary did not provide information on the contractor or specific entities responsible for managing the traffic impacts or event logistics. Details on any permits obtained for the event were also not included.

Residents and commuters are encouraged to stay informed about official advisories that may be released closer to November 14 regarding traffic patterns and parking availability. The precise duration of traffic and parking disruptions was not specified.


Story summarized from the original created by WTOC Staff on www.wtoc.com, see more information here.

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