Dukeʻs Waikiki Ocean Mile Swim 2026 — Honolulu, HI

Date
August 15, 2026
Location
Honolulu, HI
Venue
2335 Kalakaua Avenue
Start Time
6:30 AM
Entry Fee
$45.00 – $85.00
Events
Dukeʻs Waikīkī Ocean Mile Swim
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Dukeʻs Waikiki Ocean Mile Swim is a 1-mile open water swimming event held in Honolulu, Hawaii on August 15, 2026. The race starts at 6:30 AM from the venue at 2335 Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki. Entry fees range from $45 to $85 depending on registration timing and participant category. This early morning start allows swimmers to complete the ocean mile in cooler conditions typical of dawn hours. The event draws swimmers looking for an open water racing experience in Hawaii's waters. Athletes should plan accommodation near Waikiki to minimize travel time before the early start.

From the Race Organizer
This popular open-ocean race along the Waikīkī shoreline attracts hundreds of swimmers including Junior, Seniors and Olympians. The race starts and finishes in front of Dukeʻs Waikīkī restraurant at 8am. Check-in starts at 6:30am swimmers must pick-up their time chip and event shirt by 7am. The course is a triangular open ocean course approximately 1 mile. Each swimmer will receiving a ankle band with a timing chip provided by Timeline. Commemorative awards will be given to first place in each age group to both men and women. Dukeʻs Waikīkī gift certificates will be presented to male and female finishers in each age group, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. All swimmers will receive a 2026 Dukeʻs Waikīkī Ocean Mile Swim t-shirt along with snacks and refreshments. Male and female by age: 5-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and up.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Dukeʻs Waikiki Ocean Mile Swim 2026 — Honolulu, HI?

Dukeʻs Waikiki Ocean Mile Swim 2026 — Honolulu, HI takes place on August 15, 2026. The race is held in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Where is Dukeʻs Waikiki Ocean Mile Swim 2026 — Honolulu, HI held?

Dukeʻs Waikiki Ocean Mile Swim 2026 — Honolulu, HI is held at 2335 Kalakaua Avenue in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Where can I find hotels near Dukeʻs Waikiki Ocean Mile Swim 2026 — Honolulu, HI?

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