Ponies Swim, Crowds Cheer, Tradition Lives | Virginia Beach News

Wild horses splash into history as the 101st Chincoteague Pony Swim unfolds—13-hour pilgrims, a 70-year-old bucket-list dreamer, and a 4.5-minute swim across the channel all converge for this century-old spectacle. Crowds pack piers and boats, cheering as foals trot through town before heading to auction, all under Coast Guard flare signals and roaring applause. It’s more than a swim—it’s a tradition that unites island lovers and horse fans across the nation, culminating in a Sunday return to Assateague. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/db36cfae112f8021