Jamestown Open Water Festival 2026 — Williamsburg, VA

Date
May 30, 2026
Location
Williamsburg, VA
Venue
2205 Jamestown Road
Start Time
10:00 AM
Entry Fee
$85.00
Events
5K Swim Race, One Mile Splash / One Mile Dash, The Great Knockout, Half Mile Race, One Mile Race, Half Mile Splash / Half Mile Dash
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Jamestown Open Water Festival takes place May 30, 2026, in Williamsburg, Virginia, at 2205 Jamestown Road. The event offers multiple distances to suit different skill levels: a 1-mile swim, 2-mile swim, 3K swim, 5K swim, and 5-mile swim, as well as a swimrun option. With a typical start time of 10:00 AM, athletes have a straightforward morning schedule. Entry is priced at $85.00 per person. Whether you're testing your open water endurance or looking to combine swimming with running, this festival provides varied options for serious open water swimmers and swimrun athletes preparing for spring racing.

From the Race Organizer
Dates: May 30-31, 2026 (note: this is the new date which was rescheduled from 9/27-9/28) Address: Jamestown Beach Event Park, 2205 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185 Start/Finish: Details of racecourse with landmarks will be available at check-in. Parking: Parking at Jamestown Beach Event Park is $10.00 per vehicle. The option for pre-paid parking tickets are available with online registration for $5.00 per vehicle. This option is available during the registration process or anyone (competing or not) is able to purchase a stand alone pass within the registration store . Anyone who pre-pays for parking will be put on the pre-paid list at the guard shack. Time of first event: Saturday 10am, Sunday 11am Course: The racecourse will consist of a mile loop marked with large colored buoys. There will be an in water start at the start/finish line. Finish Banner marks finish line. A video based timing system will be used. Schedule of Events Saturday, May 30th, 2026 5K Swim Race –Open to All

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Jamestown Open Water Festival 2026 — Williamsburg, VA?

Jamestown Open Water Festival 2026 — Williamsburg, VA takes place on May 30, 2026. The race is held in Williamsburg, Virginia.

Where is Jamestown Open Water Festival 2026 — Williamsburg, VA held?

Jamestown Open Water Festival 2026 — Williamsburg, VA is held at 2205 Jamestown Road in Williamsburg, Virginia.

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