The Third Discovery Bay Open Water Race Challenge
Open to swimmers of all ages and abilities, the event features a variety of races, including 3.8km, 1.7km, and 400m solo races, as well as 400m relay races. Starting points will set at Tai Pak Beach, San Pak Wan, and the Disneyland Resort Pier while finishing at Tai Pak Peach, offering participants breathtaking views of Discovery Bay’s unique coastlines and natural beauty. The overall Male and Female Champions of the 1.7km and 3.8km races will each receive a grand prize: a complimentary night’s stay at the Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong and HK$500 in DB Cash Vouchers.
“As an integrated resort-style community, Discovery Bay is dedicated to fostering a friendly and vibrant atmosphere while promoting a healthy lifestyle. This is why we regularly organise a diverse range of sporting events. The Discovery Bay Open Water Race Challenge transcends mere competition; our unique coastal scenery offers participants an exceptional swimming experience”, said Ms. Charlotte Ho, General Manager of Branding and Marketing of Hong Kong Resort Company Limited.
Online registration is now open. Take advantage of Early Bird entry before 27 July 2025 (Early Bird quota is limited to 150). Final registration closes on 24 August 2025. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and scenic swimming at Discovery Bay!
For more information or to register, please visit the event webpage at https://www.visitdiscoverybay.com/en/whats-hot-event/152
Event Details
The Third Discovery Bay Open Water Race Challenge Date: 31 August 2025 (Sunday) |
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Race Categories: |
3.8km Swim Race: Age: 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-75; Male and Female
1.7km Swim Race: Age: 8-13, 14-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-75; Male and Female
400m Solo Swim Race: Age: 6-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14,15-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-75; Male and Female
400m Relay Swim Race (two swimmers): Combined age of the two swimmers: 30 & Under; 31-50; 50-70; 70-90; 90-110; 110-130, 130 & Over
400-m Family Relay Swim Race (combination of a parent & a child): Child Age: 6-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 ,15-17
Age groups are determined by a participant's age on race day. |
Prizes: |
• Overall Male & Female Champions of the 1.7km and 3.8km races will each win a complimentary night’s stay at the Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong and HK$500 DB Cash Vouchers. • The fastest swimmer breaking the 3.8km course record (male/female) will receive a special prize.
• Top three finishers in each age group for the 1.7km and 3.8km races will receive ZONE 3 swimming goggles: Champion: ZONE 3 VAPOUR/ 1st Runner-up: ZONE 3 VENATOR-X/ 2nd Runner-up: ZONE 3 ATTACK • Finisher Medals will be awarded to all participants who complete their races. |
Race Schedule: |
3.8km Swim Race 07:30 - 08:10 Registration (Disneyland Resort Pier) 08:25 Race Briefing (Disneyland Resort Pier) 08:30 Race Water Start (Disneyland Resort Pier) 11:30 Award ceremony (Tai Pak Beach)
1.7km Swim Race 09:45 - 10:30 Registration (Sam Pak Wan Beach) 10:45 Race Briefing (Sam Pak Wan Beach) 10:50 Race Water Start (Sam Pak Wan Beach) 12:00 Award ceremony (Tai Pak Beach)
400m Solo, Relay and Family Relay Swim Race 12:30 - 13:15 Registration (Tai Pak Beach) 13:25 Race Briefing (Tai Pak Beach) 13:30 Solo Race Beach Start (Tai Pak Beach) 13:45 Relay Race Beach Start (Tai Pak Beach) 14:30 Award ceremony (Tai Pak Beach) |
Registration period: |
Early Bird Entry: Closes on 27 July 2025 (Sunday) at 23:59, or when the Early Bird quota of 150 entries is filled, whichever comes first. Standard Entry: Closes on 13 August 2025 (Thursday) at 23:59, or when the Standard quota of 400 entries is filled, whichever comes first. Late Entry: Closes on 24 August 2025 (Sunday) at 23:59. |
Registration Fees: |
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Discovery Bay Merchants Offers
Participants can enjoy exclusive offers at designated restaurants and merchants in Discovery Bay on the event day by showing their race number on their arm:
Tenant |
Location |
Offers |
Bloom | Shop G35, DB Plaza | Enjoy 20% off any medium or large sized freshly squeezed juice |
D’Cafe |
1/F Recreation Club |
Enjoy 10% off for dine-in |
Ebeneezer’s |
Shop 102A, D’ Deck |
Enjoy 10% off for dine-in with a minimum spending of HK$200 |
felix and mina |
Shop G68, DB Plaza |
Enjoy 20% off with a net purchase of HK$500 or more |
Peony Chinese Restaurant |
Shop 153A, DB Plaza |
Enjoy HK$60 off with a minimum single spend of HK$500 or more |
PizzaExpress |
Shop G01B & G01C, D’ Deck |
Enjoy HK$50 off on the à la carte menu for dine-in |
Spicy Tiger |
Shop 104A, D’ Deck |
Enjoy 10% off on the à la carte and drinks menu for dine-in and takeaway |
The Chippy |
Shop G101, DB Plaza |
Enjoy 10% off on the total for dine-in or takeaway |
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About Hong Kong Resort Company Limited
Hong Kong Resort Company Limited (“HKR”) is the sole developer of Discovery Bay, a renowned resort-style residential community located in Lantau Island, Hong Kong. Since 1977, HKR has been continuously developing Discovery Bay for more than four decades. HKR also provides quality residential and commercial property management services, convenient land and sea transportation, and an array of hospitality services, including hotel and membership sports clubs, and a wide diversity of leisure facilities for Discovery Bay, making it a self-sustained community.
^ Spend & Ride Offer details: https://www.visitdiscoverybay.com/en/whats-hot-event/103