VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile
- Date
- August 16, 2026
- Distance
- VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Third Race: 5K · VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Third Race: 1-Mile
From the Organizer
The VBLA Ocean Swim Series 5K or Mile Swim ends a summer of racing for the series participants. The 5K is a challenge for swimmers ready to set big goals and achieve them, while the 1-Mile option tests improvement from the first &/or second race (noting that conditions, tides and wind make every race different) The VBLA Swim Series is meant for experienced ocean racers and novice open water swimmers alike. Come find out how much fun it is to race without lane lines to guide you among a community of motivated swimmers ready to race and enjoy open water fun together.
5K
Start: 4th Street
Mandatory Water Stop: 14th Street prior to the Pier, reentry 15th Street north of the Pier.
Finish: 42nd Street
Mile
Start: 27th Street
Finish: 42nd Street
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
Swimming events drop you into something that demands navigation, feel, and focus all at once. It's a sport that rewards the quietly competitive — the ones who do the work in the water before anyone's watching.
Open Water Swimming
Open water races from 1 mile to marathon distance. Just you, the water, and whatever you've got left.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile?
- VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile is a swimming event held in Virginia Beach, VA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile?
- Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Virginia Beach, VA at 400 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile
Aug 16, 2026