Swim for Grand Traverse Bay 2026 — Traverse City, MI

Date
August 8, 2026
Location
Traverse City, MI
Venue
420 E. Front Street
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $55.00
Events
Swim for Grand Traverse Bay, Support Paddler
Includes
T-Shirt
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Celebrate clean, healthy water in Grand Traverse Bay with a unique open water swim event on Saturday, August 8, 2026, to benefit The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay, a non-profit that works to protect the bay and its 1,000-square-mile watershed. Whether you’re a serious swimmer looking for a timed event, a triathlete wanting to practice in open water, a recreational swimmer setting a personal goal for your swimming, or someone passionate about water quality and making a difference locally, the Swim for Grand Traverse Bay is an exciting, challenging, and fun celebration of clean and healthy water in our region. The Swim for Grand Traverse Bay is a fundraiser for The Watershed Center, a nonprofit that advocates for clean water in Grand Traverse Bay and acts to protect and preserve the bay's watershed. Each swimmer is responsible for raising at least $250, though no fundraising experience is required - we'll support you on your fundraising journey with tools, templates, and tips.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Swim for Grand Traverse Bay 2026 — Traverse City, MI?

Swim for Grand Traverse Bay 2026 — Traverse City, MI takes place on August 8, 2026. The race is held in Traverse City, Michigan.

Where is Swim for Grand Traverse Bay 2026 — Traverse City, MI held?

Swim for Grand Traverse Bay 2026 — Traverse City, MI is held at 420 E. Front Street in Traverse City, Michigan.

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