Americana YMCA Splash and Dash
- Date
- August 16, 2026
- Location
- 4200 Liberty Way, Zachary, LA
- Distance
- 3-4 Year Old Non Swimmer (flotation device or assistance needed) · 3-4 Year Old Swimmer (no assistance needed) · 5-6 Year Old Swimmer (flotation device or assistance needed) & more
From the Organizer
The Splash and Dash is an exciting and rapidly growing sport that combines swimming and running. The Americana YMCA will be hosting its first Splash and Dash event for kids aged 3-18. Participants can compete individually or as part of a team of two, consisting of one swimmer and one runner.
Please note that results will be based on start and finish times, without individual splits, which will help us determine the awards for each division. We will award medals to the first and second place winners in each division. Your child division will be based on his/her age the day of the race.
Details about laps and mileage for each event are listed on the registration button for each group. Each participant will receive a medal, and T-shirts will be available for everyone who registers before August 13, 2025.
This race will not be rescheduled. The decision to cancel the event rests with the race directors. Cancellation will occur if there is thunder or lightning in the area. We will do everything we can to allow the event to proceed, but the safety of our racers is our top priority. Cancellations will be made on the morning of the event from the race site. If necessary, we may delay the start to accommodate any storms in the area.
Maps of the race route will be uploaded soon!
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
92°
Typical Low
73°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Baton Rouge Ryan Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Zachary, LA
Population
19,637
as of 2023
Elevation
88 ft
Nearest Airport
BTR
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 69 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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What Are You
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Days to train
- Race
- Americana YMCA Splash and Dash
- Date
- August 16, 2026
- Location
- 4200 Liberty Way, Zachary, LA
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Americana YMCA Splash and Dash?
- Americana YMCA Splash and Dash is a running race held in Zachary, Louisiana on August 16, 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 running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Americana YMCA Splash and Dash?
- Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Zachary, Louisiana at 4200 Liberty Way, Zachary, LA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Americana YMCA Splash and Dash?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Americana YMCA Splash and Dash
Aug 16, 2026