Chicago River Swim – Chicago, IL 2026
Date
September 20, 2026
Location
Chicago, IL
Venue
Chicago River
Start Time
7:00 AM
Events
2-Mile Swim Application, 1-Mile Swim Application, 2-Mile Swim, 1-Mile Swim
Includes
Luxury Swim Robe
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The Chicago River Swim is the signature event of A Long Swim , a 501(c)3 charitable organization that raises funds for ALS collaborative research through Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine and local youth learn-to-swim programs. The event is made possible through the support of dozens of local and federal agencies, area businesses, and the entire Chicago community.
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