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Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run

Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run is a swimming and running race on July 10, 2027 in Wildwood, NJ, with entry fees from $20 to $40.

Date
July 10, 2027 (240 days to go)
Price
$20–$40
Sports
SwimmingRunning

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.

 

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 7:45

Races: 5k starts at 8:30 am.  Swim starts at 10:00 

 

Location
Wildwood Beach Patrol Headquarters- Lincoln Ave, Wildwood NJ, 08260


Events

1 Mile Kids Run$20
5k$35
1/4 Mile Kids Swim$20
1 Mile Swim$40

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.

Sunrise 5:42 AMSunset 8:26 PMDaylight 14h 44m

About Wildwood, NJ

City 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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240

Days to train

Race
Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run
Date
July 10, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run?
Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run is a swimming and running race held in Wildwood, New Jersey on July 10, 2027. 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 Pier to Pier Challenge Swim & 5k Run?
Saturday, July 10, 2027 in Wildwood, New Jersey at Lincoln Ave. 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 10, 2027

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