Jamestown Open Water Festival
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About the Race
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 (compe...
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Common questions
How hard is the Jamestown Open Water Festival 5K?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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