Beast of the Brazos
Beast of the Brazos is a swimming race on October 2, 2027 in Waco, TX, with entry fees from $95 to $110.
- Date
- October 2, 2027 (346 days to go)
- Location
- Indian Springs Park, Waco, TX
- Price
- $95–$110
- Sport
- Swimming
From the Organizer
Ready to Conquer the Beast?
Take on the challenge of the Beast of the Brazos Open Water Swim in the heart of Waco, Texas. Whether you're looking to test the waters with the 750-meter swim, train on the 1.2-mile course that mirrors the IRONMAN 70.3 Waco swim, or challenge yourself with the 2.4-mile distance that replicates a full IRONMAN swim, there's a race for every level of swimmer.
Held in the scenic Brazos River, Beast of the Brazos offers a unique open-water experience for first-time participants and experienced athletes alike. All registered participants will receive an official event swim cap, Dri-FIT shirt, and finisher medal. Shirts must be purchased before the shirt deadline to guarantee your size.
Events
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
85°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
17%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Waco Dam, 6 mi from the venue.
About Waco, TX
Population
141,925
as of 2023
City Elevation
533 ft
Nearest Airport
ACT
Waco Regional Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
DAL
Dallas Love Field · 91 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Beast of the Brazos, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
346
Days to train
- Race
- Beast of the Brazos
- Date
- October 2, 2027
- Location
- Indian Springs Park, Waco, TX
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Beast of the Brazos
Oct 2, 2027