Roosevelt Island Swim 2026 — New York, NY

Date
July 25, 2026
Location
New York, NY
Venue
Roosevelt Island
Start Time
6:50 AM
Entry Fee
$650.00
Events
The Roosevelt Island Swim
Includes
T-Shirt
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Date: July 25, 2025 Time: 6:50 AM - 9:00 AM Location: East River, around Roosevelt Island Swimmers will begin at the southern tip of Roosevelt Island, proceeding north up the east channel, and returning down the west channel, finishing where they began. The swim will start approximately 1 hour prior to slack at flood into ebb. Distance: 4 Miles Experience Requirement: The Roosevelt Island Swim is a challenging open water event, in typically choppy conditions. All participants must provide proof of recent, comparable open water swim experience (the PRIDE Swim Manhattan is an acceptable qualifier), and must swim at a pace of 30 minutes per mile or faster.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Roosevelt Island Swim 2026 — New York, NY?

Roosevelt Island Swim 2026 — New York, NY takes place on July 25, 2026. The race is held in New York, New York.

Where is Roosevelt Island Swim 2026 — New York, NY held?

Roosevelt Island Swim 2026 — New York, NY is held at Roosevelt Island in New York, New York.

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