1482 East Rodney French Boulevard
New Bedford, Massachusetts 02744
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New Bedford, Massachusetts 02744
Buzzards Bay Swim Overview
- 1.2-mile point-to-point open water swim
- Assisted by a robust safety patrol
- From Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar in New Bedford to Fort Phoenix in Fairhaven
- Thrilling finish line celebration with live steel drum band, pancakes cooked to order, gourmet coffee, and local beer
- Supporting clean water efforts since 1994
- $45 registration fee
- $300 fundraising minimum ($150 for youth)
- 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
Check Out 2026 Swim Video Below!
It All Started with 17 Hearty Swimmers...
In 1994, a visionary group of local residents had a big idea: swim 1.2 miles across outer New Bedford Harbor to raise awareness and funds for clean water. That year, 17 swimmers raised $2,000 at the very first Buzzards Bay Swim. The Swim now brings hundreds dedicated swimmers to the shores of Buzzards Bay each June, raising funds for clean water. Be part of the Swim’s storied history.
three decades of Memories
