Multi-Sport Event
Sandals Foundation Island Challenge
When: Fri, Oct 2, 2026 ·
Where: Trelawny, St Ann, St Mary, and St Andrew
*Sandals Foundation Island Challenge 2026* *Dates*: October 2 to 5 *Location*: Parishes of Trelawny, St. Ann, St. Mary, and St. Andrew, Jamaica *Overview* Between October 2 and 5, some 43 local and international athletes will converge for an unforgettable four-day endurance experience across land and sea. The Sandals Foundation Island Challenge Jamaica 2026 will cover the parishes of Trelawny, St. Ann, St. Mary, and St. Andrew as participants run scenic coastal routes, kayak through crystal waters, trek through Jamaica’s breathtaking landscapes, and hike up the country’s famous Blue Mountain to raise £100,000 to strengthen neonatal and paediatric healthcare services at the Falmouth Public General Hospital. Join Us! • Day 1: Friday, October 2 (6:00am – 9:30am) o A 10 km community run from Rion Nuevo Fishing Beach to Sandals Ocho Rios Beach Club, then a 1-hour kayaking inside the White River Sanctuary, to return to Sandals Ochi Beach Club.