URBANSWIM

PRIDE SWIM MANHATTAN

SWIM PROUD IN NEW YORK CITY

Join us For an open water celebration of diversity and inclusivity

Enjoy a fast and fun 1.5 mile / 2.5 kilometer swim in NYC’s Hudson River in the shadow of the Manhattan skyline.  The current will be in your favor as you pass the historic West Village en route to Gansevoort Peninsula Beach.  Experience the thrill of open water swimming in NYC in this annual celebration of diversity and inclusivity.

PRELIMINARY DATE

June 21, 2025

START TIME

TBD

Location

New York City, West Village shoreline

distance

1.5 Miles / 2.5 Kilometers

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! 

Fundraising Focus

TEAM NEW YORK AQUATICS

TNYA is an inclusive community of aquatics athletes that welcomes adults of every ability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, nationality, and creed. We believe aquatic sports are for everyone. No matter your level of experience – from learning to swim to building your confidence in the pool to competition-level training – and no matter your aquatic sport of choice – swimming, water polo, or artistic swimming (aka synchronized swimming) – we have a practice, and a community, for you!

Fundraising Focus

STONEWALL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Stonewall Community Foundation is a prolific funder of LGBTQ issues, supporting 700+ nonprofits since 1990 to advance queer liberation and racial, social, and economic justice. Founded against the tragic backdrop of the AIDS crisis, our mission amplifies the power of collective giving and accessible, equitable philanthropy. In addition to funding, including scholarships and microgrants, we proudly provide free consulting and training for nonprofit leaders on the front lines of change.

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BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Join us in supporting the PRIDE 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!

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