Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- Lincoln Ave, Wildwood, NJ
- Distance
- 1 Mile Swim · 1/4 Mile Kids Swim · 5k & more
From the Organizer
8th Annual Pier to Pier Challenge Swim
Join us for some some fun in the sun down at the shore!
The 1 mile course will be in the form appex. Swimmers will enter the water, out in an appex triangle and then exit the water through a finish chute. This course is unique and spectator friendly.
**New for 2025**
We are adding a 5k beach run. The run will be on the beach and the majority of the run will be along the water on the hard packed sand. We are also adding a 1 mile kids run.
Double Down Challenge
Looking for a challenge? Why not participate in the 5k and the swim? You must sign up for both events individually.
Participants will receive a swim cap, t-shirt and professional chip timing.
This event helps benefit the Wildwood Beach Patrol.
Awards -Swim
Top 3 Overall Male/Female
Top finishers in each Age Group
Top Beach Patrol (top 4 times on team are used to determine team score)
Top Swim Club (top 4 times on team are used to determine team score)
Awards- 5K
Top 3 Overall Male and Female Top 3 in 10 year age groups
Event is presented by The Wildwood Beach Patrol and Even Kiel Racing
Race Day Schedule:
Parking: Parking will be street parking or in the lots.
Check in: Please use the Lincoln Ave beach entrance. Check in will be done by the main life guard stand down on the beach. Check in will begin at 8am
Races: 5k starts at 8am. Swim starts at 10:30.
Location
Wildwood Beach Patrol Headquarters- Lincoln Ave, Wildwood NJ, 08260
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
86°
Typical Low
68°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cape May 2 Nw, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wildwood, NJ
Elevation
1 ft
Nearest Airport
ACY
Atlantic City International Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 64 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- Lincoln Ave, Wildwood, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run?
- Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run is a running race held in Wildwood, New Jersey on July 11, 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 Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Wildwood, New Jersey at Lincoln Ave, Wildwood, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run
Jul 11, 2026