After the Battle at the Burr | Water Safety Festival
2400 6th St NW, Washington, DC, United States
Join Diversity In Aquatics for a free community Water Safety Festival at Howard University following Battle at the Burr.
Families, children, students, and community members are invited to spend the morning learning practical water safety skills, building confidence around the water, and connecting with aquatic professionals and community partners.
Through hands-on activities and demonstrations, participants will have opportunities to learn, practice, connect, and strengthen the skills that help create safer experiences in and around the water.
Sunday, October 11, 202610:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Howard University
PARKING
Please allow extra time for parking, walking to Burr Gymnasium, and entry.
Carpooling and rideshare are encouraged when possible.
Concessions will be available for purchase inside the Burr Gymnasium.
PLAN AHEAD!
- Arrive early.
- Have your ticket or RSVP confirmation ready.
- Follow event signage and staff instructions throughout the weekend.
Most importantly, come ready to celebrate an incredible season of Howard Swimming & Diving!This event is open to the community and designed to make water safety education accessible, engaging, and practical for people of all ages and experience levels.
At Diversity In Aquatics, we believe safer communities are built when more people have access to the knowledge, resources, and opportunities they need to be confident and prepared around water. We hope you’ll join us for a morning of learning, connection, and community.
Registration is required through Diversity In Aquatics.
Register to attend our After the Battle at the Burr Water Safety Festival at Howard University. Families, children, students, and community members are invited to take part in hands-on water safety activities, learn practical lifesaving skills, connect with aquatic professionals, and build greater confidence in and around the water. The festival is free and designed for all ages and experience levels.
Volunteer with Diversity In Aquatics during our After the Battle at the Burr Water Safety Festival at Howard University. Volunteers will help support interactive water safety stations, assist participants and families, and help keep the event running smoothly. It’s a great opportunity to get involved, support the community, and be part of a day focused on water safety and drowning prevention.
Support the After the Battle at the Burr Water Safety Festival and help Diversity In Aquatics provide free water safety education, hands-on activities, and community resources. Your donation helps us expand access to lifesaving information and build safer, more confident communities in and around the water.
Join us at Howard University after the Battle at the Burr and connect with families, students, athletes, and community members attending the Water Safety Festival. Vendors are invited to share products, services, resources, or information that support water safety, wellness, aquatics, education, or community health.
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87 Participants
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