VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile
- Date
- August 16, 2026
- Distance
- VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Third Race: 5K · VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Third Race: 1-Mile
From the Organizer
The VBLA Ocean Swim Series 5K or Mile Swim ends a summer of racing for the series participants. The 5K is a challenge for swimmers ready to set big goals and achieve them, while the 1-Mile option tests improvement from the first &/or second race (noting that conditions, tides and wind make every race different) The VBLA Swim Series is meant for experienced ocean racers and novice open water swimmers alike. Come find out how much fun it is to race without lane lines to guide you among a community of motivated swimmers ready to race and enjoy open water fun together.
5K
Start: 4th Street
Mandatory Water Stop: 14th Street prior to the Pier, reentry 15th Street north of the Pier.
Finish: 42nd Street
Mile
Start: 27th Street
Finish: 42nd Street
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
69°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Oceana Nas, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Virginia Beach, VA
Population
457,066
as of 2023
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 VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile
- Date
- August 16, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Swimming events drop you into something that demands navigation, feel, and focus all at once. It's a sport that rewards the quietly competitive — the ones who do the work in the water before anyone's watching.
Open Water Swimming
Open water races from 1 mile to marathon distance. Just you, the water, and whatever you've got left.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile?
- VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile is a swimming race held in Virginia Beach, Virginia on August 16, 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 VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile?
- Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Virginia Beach, Virginia at 400 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile
Aug 16, 2026