Buzzards Bay Swim

The Buzzards Bay Swim is a one-of-a-kind scenic point-to-point open water swim across outer New Bedford Harbor. Assisted by a robust safety patrol, swimmers navigate 1.2 miles through the harbor and channel, passing by the iconic Butler Flats Lighthouse and the New Bedford Hurricane Barrier, one of the largest stone structures on the East Coast.

At the thrilling finish, swimmers are welcomed with a beach party featuring live music, pancakes cooked to order, gourmet coffee, and local beer!

The Buzzards Bay Swim is an open water swim benefiting the Buzzards Bay Coalition, a nonprofit organization that works to protect clean water in our region. $30 registration fee and $300 fundraising minimum ($150 for youth) includes parking, shuttle service, bag check, swim cap, chip timing, snacks, breakfast, beverages, event t-shirt, live music, awards, prizes, and a hefty bronze finisher's medal custom made by local artisans. Qualifications apply. Special rates available for youth teams.

HERE'S WHAT'S NEW FOR 2025!

Because it was canceled last year, we have a back up plan in place! If heavy rain occurs prior to the event this year, we have secured an equally scenic back-up location in the waters outside our Onset Bay Center.

You may also like the following events from Buzzards Bay Coalition:

• Next Saturday, 7th June, 10:00 am, Buzzards Bay Swim Open Water Clinic in Onset
• Next month, 12th June, 10:00 am, Intro to Surfing! in Westport
• Next month, 14th June, 04:30 pm, Buzzards Bay Swim Open Water Clinic in Fairhaven

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