
From the Organizer
We are excited to announce that the 8th Annual Redondo Beach Swim the Avenues is returning to the coastal waters of Redondo Beach, California. The event date is September 13th, 2026. There will be a 1.2-mile ocean swim as well as a half mile ocean swim. There will be a wet-suit and non-wet suit category. In honor and remembrance of former Redondo Beach Mayor Bill Brand a portion of proceeds will benefit South Bay Park Land Conservancy.
Additionally, Swim the Avenues is proud to continue its partnership with One with the Ocean and their Play in the Waves program. This initiative is instrumental in providing inner-city youth with the opportunity to experience and enjoy the beach.
Swim the Avenues is delighted to become a part of the Southern Pacific Masters Swimming Open Water Series. If you are registered to USMS/SPMS, you are eligible to earn points for your race. Be sure to check USMS on your entry. At the end of the season, a high point winner will be awarded. See the SPMS website for details!
Events
Weather
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
76°
Typical Low
62°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Redondo Beach, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
143,499
as of 2023
Elevation
104 ft
Nearest Airport
LAX
Los Angeles International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Redondo Beach Swim the Avenues, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
97
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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Redondo Beach Swim the Avenues
Sep 13, 2026