The Buzzards Bay Swim is a one-of-a-kind scenic point-to-point open water swim.

Assisted by a robust safety patrol, swimmers navigate 1.2 miles from Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar in New Bedford to Fort Phoenix in Fairhaven. At the thrilling finish, swimmers are welcomed with a beach party featuring a live steel drum band, 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 that works to protect clean water in our region. $35 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 custom made bronze finisher’s medal. Qualifications apply. Special rates available for youth teams and lifeguards.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Interested in supporting our mission while sharing your brand with thousands of participants, spectators, volunteers, and community members? Become a sponsor! Find out more by contacting Kate Reilly, Events Manager, at (508) 999-6363 ext. 208 or events@savebuzzardsbay.org.

VOLUNTEERING: Interested in volunteering? Learn more here.

MAKE A DONATION: Interested in donating to a swimmer, team or making a general donation? Click here.