Group Experiences Guide - Jekyll Island, Georgia

find your group's next experience

steps from the ocean When you meet on Jekyll Island, what was once the world's most exclusive retreat becomes yours. Anchored by the Jekyll Island Convention Center and home to a selection of welcoming accommodations, this is a setting made for inspiration. Let your exploration begin here, and let us know how we can work with you to customize unforgettable experiences for your group.

custom experiences

With more than 20 years' experience on Jekyll Island, our sales team can craft a custom experience for your group. Whether it's kayaking the marshes or enjoying a wine tasting set in the former winter residence of a Rockefeller, if you can dream it, we can make it happen.

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critters & cocktails

Mix and mingle with our education animals and Georgia Sea Turtle Center biologists to get an up-close look at the wildlife on Jekyll Island.

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historic cottage crawl

Mingle like the original millionaires of Jekyll Island.

Your group can enjoy spirited beverages while wandering the island’s historic cottages to experience what life was like for the Rockefellers, Pulitzers, and other famous families who once lived here.

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sea turtle walks

Take a walk with our Georgia Sea Turtle Center education staff to learn about the journey of loggerhead sea turtles nesting along our coast.

Depending on the time of day, your group could witness a nesting mother or the excavation of a recently hatched nest! (June – September)

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bike tours

Our network of roads, paths, and trails are perfect for group rides or races and can accommodate as many as 200 cyclists. Let two wheels take you through the maritime forest, beach, marsh, or historic sites across the island.

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historic tours

Take your group on a guided ride through the Historic District or to Horton House and journey through the island’s magnificent eras of history.

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ranger walks

Our expert park ranger can take groups of up to 12 people on private walks to uncover nature's beauty and diversity.

Seasonal discoveries include wildlife such as Jekyll Island's active bald eagle nest.

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summer waves waterpark takeover

From Turtle Creek to the Frantic Atlantic and all the water slides in between, your group can make a splash with an exclusive park buyout at Summer Waves. (May - September)

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events

Signature events happen throughout the year on Jekyll Island. From the award-winning Shrimp and Grits Festival to the spirited Holly Jolly Jekyll season, there's always something to celebrate.

For a full list of what’s happening on Jekyll Island, visit jekyllisland.com/events

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golf range & tournament challenge With 63 holes and four courses, your group can challenge our pros to a round, have a tournament with drinks and music, and enjoy golfing in a unique natural setting.

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round robin tennis tournament

Serve up some friendly competition on our 13 award-winning Har-Tru clay courts nestled among majestic, moss-draped live oaks.

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oceanfront mini golf

You bring the players, let us take care of the rest.

Book our mini golf courses for your group and we will coordinate prizes, cocktails at the turn, pizza and appetizers from Red Bug Motors Pizza & Pub, trophies and more.

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beach fun run

Let our sales team put together a fun run for your group. Whether you have 5 runners or 500, your group won't forget racing on a beach like no other.

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island treasures hunt

Each year, thousands of visitors come to Jekyll Island to search for signature glass fishing floats. Let us create your own private treasure hunt through the historic district or around the island.

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explore more

In addition to Jekyll Island's signature offerings, visit our local partners for more ways for your group to experience land and sea.

Golden Isles Carriage and Trail at Three Oaks Farm Narrated horse-drawn carriage tours, horseback beach rides, and beachside photo sessions with horses. threeoaksfarm.org • 912.635.9500 Jekyll Island Boat Tours Dolphin, private, sightseeing, and group shrimping ECO tours. Boats accommodate 49 passengers each. captainphillip.com • 912.635.3152 Jekyll Island Fun Tours – Segway Tours Eco-friendly tours on Segway® scooters.

912.635.9704 The Emerald Princess Casino Casino cruise ship with casual dining, cocktail lounges, and casino games. Ages 18+ emeraldprincesscasino.com • 912.265.7571

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leave your mark

Whether it's adopting a sea turtle, partnering on a project with a local nonprofit, or leaving roots with a tree planting, our sales team is here to help you have a meeting with meaning.

You can support the work of the Jekyll Island Foundation, focused on conservation, historic preservation, and education initiatives. jekyllislandfoundation.org

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accommodations At just 7 miles long and 1 mile wide, Jekyll Island is easy to navigate.

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Villas by the Sea Resort & Conference Center 912.635.2521 • 1175 N. Beachview Dr. villasbythesearesort.com

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The Cottages at Jekyll Island Rentals: 912.319.2161 Rentals: cottagesatjekyll.com

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Beachview Club Hotel 912.635.2256 • 721 N. Beachview Dr. beachviewclubjekyll.com

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Holiday Inn Resort 912.635.2211 • 701 N. Beachview Dr. holidayinnresortjekyll.com

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Seafarer Inn & Suites 912.635.2202 • 700 N. Beachview Dr. innatjekyllisland.com

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Parker-Kaufman, Realtors 912.635.2512 • 21 Main St. parker-kaufman.com

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Jekyll Realty 912.635.3301 • 21 Main St. jekyllrealty.com

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by Hilton Jekyll Island 912.319.6019 • 101 Ocean Way home2suites3.hilton.com

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The Westin Jekyll Island 912.635.4545 • 110 Ocean Way westinjekyllisland.com Jekyll Ocean Club, a Jekyll Island Club Resort 844.624.9109 • 80 Ocean Way jekylloceanclub.com Days Inn & Suites 912.635.9800 • 60 S. Beachview Dr. daysinnjekyll.com Marriott Courtyard/Residence Inn Coming 2021 Ocean Oaks at Jekyll Island 843.997.5540 • 11 Main St. oceanoaksliving.com Hampton Inn & Suites 912.635.3733 • 200 S. Beachview Dr. jekyllislandsuites.hamptoninn.com Jekyll Island Club Resort 844.624.9109 • 371 Riverview Dr. jekyllclub.com

CONVENTION CENTER

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JEKYLL ISLAND

BRUNSWICK GOLDEN ISLES AIRPORT - 21 MILES AWAY SAVANNAH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT - 90 MILES AWAY JACKSONVILLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT - 65 MILES AWAY

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30 days

$500

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30 days

$500

Sea Turtle Walks

15-25

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30 days

$375

Bike Tours

10-200

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7 days

$100

Historic Tours

20-104

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7 days

$240

Ranger Walks

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24 hours

$100

Any

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30 days

$4,000

Min. 48

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60 days

$2,112

Golf Tournament Challenge

Any

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30 days

$250

Round Robin Tennis Tournament

6-52

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30 days

$84

Min. 11

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30 days

$119

Any

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30 days

$50

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72 hours

$100

Summer Waves Water Park Takeover* Golf Range

Oceanfront Mini Golf * Beach Fun Run Island Treasures Hunt

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This document is for group meeting activities only and should be used while planning your group’s event on Jekyll Island. For individual activities, please have your attendees refer to the Island Guide. Island Guides can be found digitally online at jekyllisland.com/guide or emailed directly to you. Printed copies can be found throughout the island at local businesses, hotels, restaurants, and community-area kiosks.

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*Additional rates may apply. Please contact the Sales Team for more information.

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convention center floor plan Beach Village Beach

Foyer

1 Meeting Room

Greenroom

2 Meeting Room 3

Admin

Office

Oceanside Registration

Meeting Room WOMEN

Ser

A

C

7,000 ft²

4,230 ft²

BALLROOM•EX

Foyer Firepit

4

Lawn

45,000

MEN

Meeting Room

5

B

D

7,000 ft²

4,230 ft²

Meeting Room

6

Ben G. Porter Oceanside Salon

Beach

Gazebo & Lawn

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PORTE CO

Richard Royal Marshside Boardroom

Loading Dock

rvice Hallway

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4,230 ft²

G

Meeting Room

7,000 ft² Meeting Room

XHIBIT HALL

0 ft²

F 4,230 ft²

Meeting Room

H

Meeting Room

7,000 ft²

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North Beachview Dr.

E

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WOMEN

Marshside Registration MEN

WOMEN

OCHERE Meeting Planner Office, Storage & Boardroom

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by the numbers Square Feet

Room Dimensions

Entire Ballroom

45,140

288’ x 157’

Sections ABCDEF

31,000

198’ x 157’

Sections ABCD or EFGH

22,500

160’ x 140’

Sections CDEF

17,000

160’ x 106’

Sections AB or GH

14,000

160’ x 87’

Sections AC, BD, EG, or FH

11,250

140’ x 80’

Sections A, B, G, or H

7,000

87’ x 80’

Sections CD or EF

8,460

54’ x 157’

720

22’ x 23’

1-2 combo

1,400

44’ x 33’

1-2-3 combo

2,170

66’ x 33’

4, 5 separate

1,000

33’ x 33’

4-5 combo

2,000

66’ x 33’

Ben G. Porter Oceanside Salon

3,000

74’ x 38’

7, 8, 9, 10 separate

1,300

46’ x 28’

7-8 or 9-10 combo

2,600

46’ x 56’

7-8-9 or 8-9-10 combo

3,900

46’ x 84’

7-10 combo

5,200

112’ x 46’

800

35’ x 25’

Gazebo & Lawn

25,000

137’ x 188’

Oceanside Lawn

12,000

169’ x 74’

Ballroom/Exhibit Space

ATLANTIC HALL

OCEANSIDE BREAKOUTS 1, 2, 3 separate

MARSHSIDE BREAKOUTS

Richard Royal Marshside Boardroom

OUTDOOR SPACE

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Reception Capacity

Theater Capacity

Banquet Capacity

Classroom Capacity

10x10 Booths

8x8 Booth

Ceiling Height

6,450

3,600

2,000

1,800

238

302

22 ft

4,440

2,520

1,500

1,300

155

195

22 ft

3,220

1,568

1,000

1,050

117

144

22 ft

2,430

1,350

540

800

78

96

22 ft

2,010

1,140

500

550

68

80

22 ft

1,610

760

400

488

47

52

22 ft

1,005

578

250

260

30

35

22 ft

1,215

738

300

368

39

48

22 ft

100

60

30

32

2

4

14 ft

200

120

60

55

4

8

14 ft

300

180

90

90

6

10

14 ft

135

97

40

48

4

6

14 ft

275

180

80

88

8

11

14 ft

400

256

160

160

11

15

18 ft

160

126

50

62

4

10

16 ft

320

256

110

124

11

14

16 ft

480

384

170

181

14

18

16 ft

650

500

220

240

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22

16 ft

120

66

30

32

2

6

16 ft

4,000

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1,000

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1,700

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500

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picture your group here With so many places to stay, explore, and enjoy within a short distance, your group's next unforgettable experience is never far away.

Let us help you customize the perfect gathering on Jekyll Island.

Kevin Udell

Director of Sales kudell@jekyllisland.com 912-635-4157

Maria Trammell

JIA Atlanta Satellite Sales Office mtrammell@jekyllisland.com 912-577-7747