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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The Roosevelt Island Swim is a 4-mile open-water swimming event held on July 25, 2026, in New York, New York. The race takes place around Roosevelt Island and starts at 6:50 AM. Entry costs $650.00. Open-water swimmers looking to tackle a substantial distance in an urban setting will find this event in the heart of Manhattan. The early morning start time allows for completion before the day heats up. Given the 4-mile distance, participants should prepare with appropriate cold-water training and consider their open-water navigation skills in what will likely be a river environment.

From the Race Organizer
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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