MPSF Open Water Championships - Masters/Open 5 Kilometer and 1 Kilometer Open Water Swim
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Distance
- Masters/Open 5 Kilometer Open Water Swim · Open/Masters 1 Kilometer Open Water Swim
From the Organizer
The 3rd MPSF Open Water Swimming Championships will be contested Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Marine Stadium in Long Beach, Calif. Be a part of the third intercollegiate conference championship in open water swimming.
The MPSF Championships in OWS could potentially lead to an NCAA Championship in the sport. Open water swimming has been in the Olympics since 2008. Alumni from institutions eligible for MPSF membership in OWS have participated in every one of these Olympic competitions and have medaled in both the men’s and women’s events. The Marine Stadium will host Rowing and Canoeing during the 2028 Olympic Games. Long Beach will also host the Open Water Swimming and eight other sports events for the 2028 Olympic Games.
The Open 5 Kilometer and 1 Kilometer Open Water Swim participants are encouraged to affiliate with the MPSF member institution that they swam collegiately for, currently attend or graduated from. Don't forget to wear your team colors.
Additional race information can be found athttps://mpsports.org/tournaments/?id=49
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
78°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
7%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Beach Daugherty Fld, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Long Beach, CA
Population
458,491
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
LGB
Long Beach International Airport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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- MPSF Open Water Championships - Masters/Open 5 Kilometer and 1 Kilometer Open Water Swim
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the MPSF Open Water Championships - Masters/Open 5 Kilometer and 1 Kilometer Open Water Swim?
- MPSF Open Water Championships - Masters/Open 5 Kilometer and 1 Kilometer Open Water Swim is a swimming race held in Long Beach, California on October 17, 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 MPSF Open Water Championships - Masters/Open 5 Kilometer and 1 Kilometer Open Water Swim?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Long Beach, California at Long Beach Marine Stadium, Long Beach, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the MPSF Open Water Championships - Masters/Open 5 Kilometer and 1 Kilometer Open Water Swim?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
MPSF Open Water Championships - Masters/Open 5 Kilometer and 1 Kilometer Open Water Swim
Oct 17, 2026