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Date:
Sun, Jul 26, 2026 at 7:45 AM – 8:20 AM
Location:
New York, New York
11201
United States
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Links:
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Open Water Run Swim

Experience Requirement: The Brooklyn Bridge Swim is a challenging open water event, in typically choppy conditions. All participants must provide proof of recent, comparable open water swim experience (the PRIDE Swim Manhattan is an acceptable qualifier), and must swim at a pace of 30 minutes per mile or faster.

Location: Brooklyn waterfront

Distance: .6 Miles | 1 Kilometers

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    When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.

    Timing:

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    • No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!

    What You Get (Swag Bag):

    • Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)

    • Finisher's Towel or Giveaway

    • Finisher's Medal!

    • Digital Training Pack

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    • Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs

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    Packet Pickup:

    No hassle of picking up packets required!

    -Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)

    • Race bibs are provided on race day

    When will I get my Swag?

    You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.

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    We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.

    Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)

    Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!

    Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])

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    Wave B: 8:00AM

    Wave C: 8:30AM

    Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)

    Are there any other Questions we missed?

    https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/

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    Race Bundle:

    Sign-up for more races and get a discount!

    Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:

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