VBLA 2026 Ocean Swim Series Race 3: 5K or Mile
5K · 1 mi
Aug 16, 2026 · Virginia Beach, Virginia, US
Listed May 1, 2021
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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
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