Chicago River Swim
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Chicago Riverwalk
70 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
Scott Hutmacher
Open Water
The 2026 Chicago River Swim offers participants the once-in-a-lifetime experience to swim among the city's iconic skyscrapers and under its historic bridges. The event offers 1-Mile and 2-Mile distances. Applications are open through April 27, with swimmer selections announced in early May.
- This event's results only
Will be applying for a sanction or recognition
Contact the Event Director
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