Bridges to Bluffs 10k Open Water Swim
- Date Sun 13th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Knoxville, Tennessee
- Price Free - $599.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Bridges to Bluffs 10k Open Water Swim, taking place on Sunday, September 13, 2026, in the beautiful city of Knoxville, Tennessee. This exhilarating event invites participants to jump off the iconic Star of Knoxville Riverboat and dive into the sparkling waters of the Tennessee River. Swimmers will enjoy a breathtaking course that takes them under five historic bridges and past the stunning Neyland Stadium, all while surrounded by the picturesque Knoxville skyline and enchanting river bluffs lined with charming homes.
Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or a newcomer to open water events, the Bridges to Bluffs swim offers a unique opportunity to experience the thrill of a 10k downstream swim. Participants can choose to swim solo or join forces as a relay team of two. The event is part of the renowned Tennessee Triple Crown Open Water Series, alongside other exciting swims, including Swim the Suck and Swim Hobbs Island. Don't miss the chance to connect with fellow swimmers during the Saturday night dinner and sightseeing cruise, where you'll receive important race updates and gear up for an incredible race day ahead!
Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or a newcomer to open water events, the Bridges to Bluffs swim offers a unique opportunity to experience the thrill of a 10k downstream swim. Participants can choose to swim solo or join forces as a relay team of two. The event is part of the renowned Tennessee Triple Crown Open Water Series, alongside other exciting swims, including Swim the Suck and Swim Hobbs Island. Don't miss the chance to connect with fellow swimmers during the Saturday night dinner and sightseeing cruise, where you'll receive important race updates and gear up for an incredible race day ahead!
Organiser's Description
How many people can say theyve jumped off the Star of Knoxville Riverboat and into the Tennessee River? Who can say theyve gotten to swim under five historic bridges, past Neyland Stadium, the Knoxville skyline, then finish by swimming through beautiful river bluffs lined with historic homes? Nows your chance.
Bridges to Bluffs is a 10k downstream open water swim in the Tennessee River. B2B is apart of the Tennessee Triple Crown Open Water Series, along with Chattanooga based Swim the Suck, and Huntsvilles Swim Hobbs Island".
This years swim will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025. The Saturday night dinner and sightseeing dinner cruise will include race briefing and packet pick-up on Saturday, September 27 departing from downtown Knoxville. Its a great chance to meet your fellow swimmers and pilots, and get all the required safety updates ahead of race day.
Participants can complete the 10 km swim solo or register as a relay team of 2 swimmers.
All swimmers over 18 must be current USMS members or purchase a one day event membership (OEVT).
Swimmers ages 13-18 may only register in the solo 10k swim and must be current USA Swimming members (your registration will be discounted $20 to VOID the USMS OEVT fee - it is automatically applied)_._
_ALL PILOTS MUST ALSO REGISTER. THERE IS NO RACE FEE._
All race information can be found at: https://knoxvilleopen-waterswimmers.squarespace.com/bridgestobluffs
Bridges to Bluffs is a 10k downstream open water swim in the Tennessee River. B2B is apart of the Tennessee Triple Crown Open Water Series, along with Chattanooga based Swim the Suck, and Huntsvilles Swim Hobbs Island".
This years swim will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025. The Saturday night dinner and sightseeing dinner cruise will include race briefing and packet pick-up on Saturday, September 27 departing from downtown Knoxville. Its a great chance to meet your fellow swimmers and pilots, and get all the required safety updates ahead of race day.
Participants can complete the 10 km swim solo or register as a relay team of 2 swimmers.
All swimmers over 18 must be current USMS members or purchase a one day event membership (OEVT).
Swimmers ages 13-18 may only register in the solo 10k swim and must be current USA Swimming members (your registration will be discounted $20 to VOID the USMS OEVT fee - it is automatically applied)_._
_ALL PILOTS MUST ALSO REGISTER. THERE IS NO RACE FEE._
All race information can be found at: https://knoxvilleopen-waterswimmers.squarespace.com/bridgestobluffs
Races
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Solo 10km Swim
Incl. $20.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$415.75
OPENS 15 FEB -
PILOT for Solo Swimmer
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 15 FEBThis is for all pilots, recruited by a swimmer, or those volunteering to be paired with a swimmer. -
2-Person Relay 10km Swim
Incl. $29.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$599.50
OPENS 15 FEB
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