

Open Water Swim Challenge & Aquathlon
- Date
- Sunday, July 11, 2027
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When and where is Open Water Swim Challenge & Aquathlon?
Open Water Swim Challenge & Aquathlon is on Sunday, July 11, 2027 in Cedar Hill, Texas. The first event starts at 6:00 AM local time. Distances: Multisport and Swim. Current entry fees run $30 to $65 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Jul 11, 2027.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprint Aquathlon | Multisport | Jul 11, 2027, 6:00 AM | $40.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| Sprint Aquathlon Relay | Multisport | Jul 11, 2027, 6:00 AM | $55.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| Olympic Aquathlon | Multisport | Jul 11, 2027, 6:00 AM | $50.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| Olympic Aquathlon Relay | Multisport | Jul 11, 2027, 6:00 AM | $65.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| Open Water Swim 750M | 750m | Jul 11, 2027, 6:00 AM | $35.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| Open Water Swim 1500M | 1500m | Jul 11, 2027, 6:00 AM | $35.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| Open Water Swim 2.4 Mile | 2.4 Miles | Jul 11, 2027, 6:00 AM | $45.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| USMS Wave 750m Swim - $20 discount when USMS# entered | 750m | Jul 11, 2027, 6:00 AM | $55.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| USMS Wave 1500m Swim - $20 discount when USMS# entered | 1500m | Jul 11, 2027, 6:00 AM | $55.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| USMS Wave 2.4M Swim - $20 discount when USMS# entered | 2.4 Miles | Jul 11, 2027, 6:00 AM | $65.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| Adaptive Athlete Open Water Swim 2.4 Mile | 2.4 Miles | Jul 11, 2027, 6:30 AM | $30.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
| Adaptive 1500M Swim | 1500m | Jul 11, 2027, 6:30 AM | $30.00 until Dec 31, 2026 | Opens Nov 1, 2026 · Closes Jul 11, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Open Water Swim Challenge & Aquathlon
Swim or Swim + Run!
From a short course swim/run to an iron distance swim - the Open Water Swim Challenge & Aquathlon has something for everyone!
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