Great Dunes Park will be headquarters for UGA Alumni and fans at the second annual beachfront UGA Alumni Oyster Roast!
Oyster Roast
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Great Dunes Park
Tickets: Entry to the event is free. Tickets for food, oysters, and craft brew tasting are $25.
True Bulldogs can relax with delicious oysters, live music, cold beverages, and beach breezes. Hosted in conjunction with the UGA Alumni Association, this Friday afternoon gathering is the perfect way to show your alma mater team spirit before the Saturday football showdown.
Kent Hannon will be on site to sign copies of his book "Damn Good Dogs" along with Robbie Burns, author of "Belue to Scott". As a special treat, UGA football favorite, Lindsay Scott will accompany Robbie Burns to speak with fans about his game winning play that is now the subject of Burns' book.
Tickets include roasted oysters, dinner and dessert buffet by Tasteful Temptations Catering, and craft brew tasting presented by Southern Eagle Distributors. Breweries represented include Southern Tier and New Belgium. Cash bar available. Music provided by the Three of Us.
Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the event. Purchase advance tickets by calling the Jekyll Island Visitor Information Center at 912-635-3636.
Brew Cruise
Take a boat to the Oyster Roast! The Jekyll Island Authority has partnered with Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours and Coastal Kitchen to provide a Brew Cruise to the Oyster Roast.
Tickets include a pre-Roast Cocktail Hour at Coastal Kitchen at the Golden Isles Marina from 4:00 - 4:45 PM and a boat trip to the Jekyll Island Historic Wharf. A shuttle will then take cruisers to the roast at Great Dunes Park. The return boat trip launches at 8:15 PM.
In the case of inclement weather or rough waters, shuttle buses will take guests to and from Coastal Kitchen. Golden Isles Marina is located on the Torras Causeway near St. Simons Island. The boat ride is approximately 45 minutes.
Tickets: $45
Purchase Brew Cruise and Oyster Roast tickets together for $60.
To Purchase Tickets Call the Jekyll Island Visitor Information Center at 912-635-3636.
Jekyll Island Club Hotel University of Georgia Alumni Association Oyster Roast Package
Package Includes:
• 2 nights accommodations with queen, king or two doubles
• Oceanside Oyster Roast Friday night at Great Dunes Park for 2 people
• Breakfast Buffet in the Grand Dining Room each morning
October 27-29, 2011 or October 28-30, 2011
$489.00
Please call the hotel directly to reserve this package at (800) 535-9547 or (912) 635-2600.
Please note: Based on availability. Resort fee extra. Deluxe and Suite upgrades available for a fee.
Jekyll Island Hampton Inn & Suites Special Rates for UGA Alumni
Standard Rooms starting at $119. Suites starting at $129. Room rates include the Hampton Inn & Suites Free On the House Hot Breakfast. Visit their website or call 912-635-3733.