Jamestown Open Water Festival
When is Jamestown Open Water Festival?
Jamestown Open Water Festival takes place on Sunday, May 30, 2027 in Williamsburg, VA.
What distances does Jamestown Open Water Festival offer?
Jamestown Open Water Festival offers 9 events: Half Mile Race, Half Mile Splash / Half Mile Dash, One Mile Race, Half Mile Splash / Half Mile Dash, One Mile Swim, One Mile Splash / One Mile Dash, The Great Knockout, 5K Swim Race, 5K Swim Race.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Mile Race | 0.5 mi | $85.00 | Register |
| Half Mile Splash / Half Mile Dash | 1.0 km | $85.00 | Register |
| One Mile Race | 1.0 mi | $85.00 | Register |
| Half Mile Splash / Half Mile Dash | 1.0 mi | $85.00 | Register |
| One Mile Swim | 1.0 mi | $85.00 | Register |
| One Mile Splash / One Mile Dash | 2.0 mi | $85.00 | Register |
| The Great Knockout | 3.0 km | $85.00 | Register |
| 5K Swim Race | 5.0 km | $85.00 | Register |
| 5K Swim Race | 5.0 km | $85.00 | Register |
How much does Jamestown Open Water Festival cost?
Registration for Jamestown Open Water Festival starts at $85.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Jamestown Open Water Festival held?
Jamestown Open Water Festival is held in Williamsburg, VA at 2205 Jamestown Road.
About Jamestown Open Water Festival
Dates: May 30, 2027
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 $5.00 per vehicle. This option is available during the registration process or anyone (competing or not) is able to purchase a stand alone pass within the registration store. Anyone who pre-pays for parking will be put on the pre-paid list at the guard shack.
Time of first event: Sunday 11am
Course: The racecourse will consist of a mile loop marked with large colored buoys. There will be an in water start at the start/finish line. Finish Banner marks finish line. A video based timing system will be used.
Schedule of Events
Sunday, May 30th, 2027
- 5K Swim Race – Open to 9& Under
- Registration 10:00am to 10:45am
- Race Starts at 11:00am
- One Mile Race - Open to All Ages
- Registration 10:30am to 11:45am
- Race Starts at 12:00pm
- Half Mile Splash / Half Mile Dash – Open to All Ages
- Registration 12:30pm to 1:15pm
- Race Starts at 1:30pm
Registration Options
- Individuals are encouraged to use this page for registration.
- You are permitted to register multiple participants under the same transaction.
- Teams can request a coupon code which would permit either individuals on a team to register without having to pay at that time or a coach can enter all of their athletes and then be sent a single invoice or the entry fee would be payable at check-in.
- Large Teams can request a preformatted spreadsheet to complete their entries. This option would bypass the online platform and allow for a team leader to enter all information on the spreadsheet. Please contact the meet director if you are interested in this option.
Registration Fees
Fee for one individual event............................$ 85.00
Two Events .....................................................$ 100.00
Three Events...................................................$110.00
(Fees include registration: swim cap, and event T-Shirt)
*** Note: discount applied at check-out. You must register for multiple events during the same transaction in order to receive the discount.
Awards:
5K Open Water Swim Winners: Top Male and Female: Backpacks and Plaques.
All Other Events will be Awarded 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Plaques
Age Divisions:
1 Mile: 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 & Over
5K: 11 & Under, 12-13, 14-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 & Over
Half Mile Splash / Half Mile Dash: 9 & Under, 10-11, 12-13, 14-17, 18 & Over
Note: Age on May 30th, 2027 will determine age for the entire meet.
Volunteering
Anyone wishing to help with registration check-in, body marking, on the water drink station, event check-in, water safety personnel or first aid station, please contact Doug Fonder at DougFonder@gmail.com