Coastal Edge Presents The Wareing’s Beach Bum Classic
Coastal Edge Presents The Wareing’s Beach Bum Classic is a triathlon race on August 29, 2026 in Virginia Beach, VA, with an entry fee of $45.
- Date
- August 29, 2026 (1 day to go)
- Price
- $45
- Sport
- Triathlon
From the Organizer
Wareing's Beach Bum Classic
Virginia Beach's Most Unique Race is Back!
Forget everything you know about a traditional triathlon. The Wareing's Beach Bum Classic is all about embracing the beach lifestyle with a race that's equal parts competition, fun, and pure Virginia Beach spirit.
This isn't your typical swim-bike-run. Instead, you'll tackle three iconic beach disciplines:
🏃 2K Sand Run – Feel the burn as you race across the sand.
🚲 5K Beach Cruiser Ride – Cruise the boardwalk and oceanfront on a single-speed beach cruiser. That's right—no geared bikes allowed! This leg keeps the competition fun, fair, and true to the laid-back beach culture.
🏄 1K Surfboard Paddle – Finish your race the only way a true beach athlete should—paddling through the Atlantic Ocean to the finish.
Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just looking for one of the most memorable events you'll ever do, the Beach Bum Classic delivers an experience unlike any other. You'll race alongside fellow beach lovers, soak up the ocean views, and earn bragging rights for completing one of the most unique endurance events on the East Coast.
Why You'll Love It
🌊 One of the most unique multisport races anywhere
🏃 2K sand run
🚲 5K beach cruiser only bike ride (single-speed, no geared bikes)
🏄 1K surfboard paddle in the Atlantic Ocean
🤙 A fun, competitive atmosphere that welcomes beach athletes of all abilities
☀️ An event that celebrates the lifestyle and culture of Virginia Beach
Bring your beach cruiser, grab your surfboard, and challenge yourself in a race that's as fun as it is unforgettable.
The Wareing's Beach Bum Classic isn't just a race—it's a Virginia Beach tradition.
Register today and experience the beach the way it was meant to be—on foot, on two wheels, and on a surfboard!
Race details:
- August 29, 2026 start time 7am
- Location: Virginia Beach Fishing Pier
- All finishers will receive a finisher t-shirt and medal
- Packet pick up will be at Coastal Edge Oceanfront (316 21st Street Virginia Beach, VA 23451)
- Packet pick up will be August 26, 2026 from 5:30pm-7:00pm
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 8/29
High
81°
Low
74°
Conditions
Chance rain showers then chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
34%
Wind
3 to 8 mph
Host City
About Virginia Beach, VA
Population
457,066
as of 2023
City Elevation
14 ft
Nearest Airport
ORF
Norfolk International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Coastal Edge Presents The Wareing’s Beach Bum Classic, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Day to train
- Race
- Coastal Edge Presents The Wareing’s Beach Bum Classic
- Date
- August 29, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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.
Three sports, one race — swim, bike, run in sequence, with transitions that are a discipline of their own.
Open water, open roads, and competition with yourself. Cross the finish line knowing what it took to get there.
Triathlon
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think. Three sports in one race means three movements to train and race day never gets monotonous.
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Coastal Edge Presents The Wareing’s Beach Bum Classic
Aug 29, 2026