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Join us for an URBANSWIM, and make waves in support of water clean enough to swim in.
URBANSWIM events are multi-distance open water swim experiences with a focus on raising awareness of water quality.
Join the movement to make our urban waterways swimmable for everyone, one swim stroke at a time.
Location: Around Liberty Island
Date: Summer 2025
Distance: 1 Miles | 1.6K
Location: Manhattan to Coney Island
Date: August 2025
Distance: 17 Miles | 27.4K
Location: Manhattan to Liberty Island
Date: September 2025
Distance: 2.2 Miles
Location: Around Manhattan Island
Distance: 28.5 Miles | 45.9K
Dates: Sept. 20 and 22, 2024 and Summer 2025
URBANSWIM is dedicated to providing safe access to local waterways, and to making urban swimming possible for everyone. Join us in our efforts by participating in URBANSWIM events.
We are proud to partner with organizations that share our mission to provide safe access to urban waterways for everyone.
Access Stakeholder
Working closely with us in providing the venue for safe Hudson River entry and egress.
Kayak Support
Our partners on the water, providing safety support for swimmers and free kayaking opportunities for the community.
On Water Safety Support
An important part of all on water safety in NYC, NYPD Harbor Patrol is a key contributor to safe open water swimming in the area.