Bridges to Bluffs 10k Open Water Swim 2026 — Knoxville, TN

Date
September 13, 2026
Location
Knoxville, TN
Venue
2280 Cherokee Blvd
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $570.00
Events
Solo 10km Swim, PILOT for Solo Swimmer, 2-Person Relay 10km Swim
Includes
T-Shirt
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How many people can say they’ve jumped off the Star of Knoxville Riverboat and into the Tennessee River? Who can say they’ve gotten to swim under five historic bridges, past Neyland Stadium, the Knoxville skyline, then finish by swimming through beautiful river bluffs lined with historic homes? Now’s your chance. Bridges to Bluffs is a 10k downstream open water swim in the Tennessee River. B2B is apart of the Tennessee Triple Crown Open Water Series, along with Chattanooga based “Swim the Suck,” and Huntsville’s “Swim Hobbs Island". This year’s swim will be held on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The Saturday night dinner and sightseeing dinner cruise will include race briefing and packet pick-up on Saturday, September 12 departing from downtown Knoxville. It’s a great chance to meet your fellow swimmers and pilots, and get all the required safety updates ahead of race day. Participants can complete the 10 km swim solo or register as a relay team of 2 swimmers. All swimmers over 18 must be

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When is Bridges to Bluffs 10k Open Water Swim 2026 — Knoxville, TN?

Bridges to Bluffs 10k Open Water Swim 2026 — Knoxville, TN takes place on September 13, 2026. The race is held in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Where is Bridges to Bluffs 10k Open Water Swim 2026 — Knoxville, TN held?

Bridges to Bluffs 10k Open Water Swim 2026 — Knoxville, TN is held at 2280 Cherokee Blvd in Knoxville, Tennessee.

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