All Out Open Water Swim
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- 115 Waterfront St, Oxon Hill, MD
- Distance
- 5K · 2 mi
- Price
- $75–$95
From the Organizer
The District of Columbia Aquatics Club (DCAC), in partnership with the Potomac Riverkeeper Network (PRKN), is proud to bring back our annual open water swim event and fundraiser - the All Out Open Water Swim (formerly DCAC’s Swim for Life). To honor our legacy of supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, and now also in support of the efforts of PRKN, we have given a new name to this great event!
The event will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at National Harbor and offer 2.5k and 5k open water swim options. Formerly known as DCAC’s “Swim for Life” event, we are pleased to continue DCAC’s longstanding history of hosting an open water swim event in our local waterways.
We want you to come swim with us and help fundraise for two fantastic organizations! This event will support PRKN’s mission of protecting the right to clean water for all communities, as well as DCAC’s mission of promoting swimming for fitness, health, wellness, and competition for the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.
The race will include both a 2.5K (one lap of course) and 5K (two laps of course) swim option.
PRKN serves the community by conducting independent water-quality monitoring - as the organization has always done. We understand there are concerns related to the January 19 interceptor pipe spill releasing untreated sewage directly into the Potomac River. Currently, conditions are safe to conduct this swim event in National Harbor. PKRN will continue to monitor water quality monitoring will be conducted in the lead up to the event to ensure clean and safe conditions.
Swimmers either must be registered USMS members to participate, or complete a USMS one event form and pay the associated fee ($20).
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
87°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Oxon Hill, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Oxon Hill, MD
City Elevation
153 ft
Nearest Airport
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- All Out Open Water Swim
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- 115 Waterfront St, Oxon Hill, MD
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- What is the All Out Open Water Swim?
- All Out Open Water Swim is a swimming race held in Oxon Hill, Maryland on August 1, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more swimming races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the All Out Open Water Swim?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Oxon Hill, Maryland at 115 Waterfront St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the All Out Open Water Swim?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
All Out Open Water Swim
Aug 1, 2026