Registration, ticket sales to open for JOG N JAM to benefit F.I.S.H.
F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva reported that runner registration and concert ticket sales will open on June 1 for this year’s annual race and music concert event, JOG N JAM, which is scheduled for Dec. 7.
F.I.S.H. will celebrate the resilience of the islands by wrapping its event around the city of Sanibel’s 50th anniversary celebration. The JOG N JAM will begin with a 10K and 5K race at The Community House on Sanibel, followed by a kids’ fun run at the Sanibel Community Park. Later that afternoon, a concert featuring the band Funk You will take place at the ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa on Captiva, complete with fireworks on the beach.
“We’re so excited to offer this event that supports the good works of F.I.S.H.,” event co-chair and F.I.S.H. Board Member Leah Winkler said. “Last year we had phenomenal runner participation — 530 registered runners — and good attendance at the concert. There’s plenty to do the day before and after our event to make your participation a weekend destination.”
The 10K will begin at 7 a.m. and the 5K will start at 7:15 a.m. Both races will be timed by Lin-Mark Sports using the Chronotrack Timing System. F.I.S.H. anticipates that the kids’ fun run will take place shortly after the races and before the award presentation.
Each runner will receive a finisher’s medallion and T-shirt. Other awards include top female and male overall, first place female and male, and age groups. Only in-person participants will get awards.
Fees for runner registration are tiered, starting at $45 through Sept. 30. The fees will increase through Dec. 7. The kids’ fun run for ages 10 and under is free, however, all participants must still register.
For the concert, food, drinks and alcohol will be available for purchase. No outside alcohol and food will be permitted on the premises.
Concert-goers are encouraged to ride-share or use a shuttle service provided by F.I.S.H.
The ticket cost is tiered, starting at $75 through Sept. 30. The cost will increase through Dec. 7.
The JOG N JAM will benefit F.I.S.H. The islands’ only human services organization, it is focused on “neighbors helping neighbors.” Its mission is to enrich the lives of all people on Sanibel and Captiva by neighbors helping neighbors with social services, education and assistance.
Support for this year’s event is made possible through sponsorships and merchandise sales.
“Support is vital as F.I.S.H. continues to serve those living and working in our community,” event co-chair Diane Cortese said. “We hope you’ll consider becoming a sponsor of our JOG N JAM event and a part of the F.I.S.H. family.”
To register or to purchase tickets or merchandise, visit https://www.fishofsancap.org/jog-n-jam/.
For information about sponsorships, visit online or email events@fishofsancap.org.
New this year, on- and off-island hotel partnerships are available for those wishing to spend the weekend. For more information, visit online at https://www.fishofsancap.org/jog-n-jam/.