liberty to freedom swim
A SWIM TO REMEMBER
A celebration of resilience
Join a small group of swimmers for a challenging 2.2 mile | 3.5 kilometer adventure with One World Trade Center and the Statue of Liberty as your reference points.
A motorboat escort, personal kayak guide, custom photography and cool swag are all part of the experience.
Established in remembrance of 9/11, this swim celebrates the resilience that is possible in the aftermath of adversity.
DATE
September 13, 2025
distance
2.2 Miles / 3.5 Kilometers
Entry Fee
$500
Location
Lower Manhattan to Statue of Liberty
Fundraising Focus
BILLION OYSTER PROJECT
Billion Oyster Project is restoring oyster reefs to New York Harbor in collaboration with New York City communities. Oyster reefs provide habitat for hundreds of species, and can protect our city from storm damage — softening the blow of large waves, reducing flooding, and preventing erosion along the shorelines. Field stations are restoration sites where Billion Oyster Project, or our partner organizations, host regular field days utilizing an oyster installation. They are targeted for long-term community and student engagement with an emphasis on local involvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to a few of the questions we get asked a lot. If you have a question, please feel free to reach out to us. We’d love to hear from you!
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BECOME A VOLUNTEER
Join us in supporting the Swimmers!
Not ready to take the leap into open water swimming just yet? Come see what it’s all about by supporting Swimmers on land and in the water! We invite you to join us as Kayak Support and Ground Crew on event day. Join the party and be part of the movement to make URBANSWIMming possible!
