Splash & Dash Series
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About the race
Splash & Dash Round 5 is an open water swim and swim-run series event held at Freyberg Beach Play Area on Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington. The series runs on selected dates in the 2026/27 season; Round 5 is scheduled for 27 January 2027. Events at the venue include both pure open water swims and combined swim-run options.
Distances offered include:
- 150 m open water swim
- 400 m open water swim
- 730 m open water swim
- 1.3 km open water swim
- 2 km open water swim
- 150 m swim with 3 km run (3.15 km)
- 400 m swim with 3 km run (3.4 km)
- 730 m swim with 3 km run (3.73 km)
- 1.3 km swim with 3 km run (4.3 km)
Standard entry price is listed as $25.00 with reduced pricing for those under 20 and under 16; an event fee applies. The minimum participation age is 13. Younger participants may take part if they supply documented results from a comparable open water swim or evidence of regular membership in an organized swimming squad, using a coach-completed form. The series is organized by Barefoot Events. Registration for Round 5 closes 27 January 2027 at 18:00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
