Great Chesapeake Bay 4.4 Mile Swim & 1 Mile Bay Challenge
- Date Sun 14th June 2026
- Time 6:45AM EDT
- Location Stevensville Libby's Coastal Kitchen, Maryland
- Price $81.66 - $375.23
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable aquatic adventure at the Great Chesapeake Bay 4.4 Mile Swim & 1 Mile Bay Challenge happening on Sunday, June 14th, 2026, in beautiful Stevensville, Queen Anne's County! This exciting event features a stunning sunrise swim, with the 4.4-mile race kicking off at 6:45 AM, followed by the 1-mile challenge at approximately 7:30 AM, pending final approval. Participants will not only enjoy the thrill of swimming in the iconic Chesapeake Bay but will also contribute to worthy causes such as March of Dimes, Chesapeake Bay Trust, and the US Coast Guard, making every stroke count for the community.
Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or looking to take on a new challenge, this event promises a vibrant atmosphere and a chance to connect with fellow swim enthusiasts. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this meaningful and exhilarating experience! For all the latest updates, be sure to check out the newly designed website and follow on social media. Come make a splash for a great cause!
Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or looking to take on a new challenge, this event promises a vibrant atmosphere and a chance to connect with fellow swim enthusiasts. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this meaningful and exhilarating experience! For all the latest updates, be sure to check out the newly designed website and follow on social media. Come make a splash for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE SWIMMER GUIDE ON THE MAIN MENU ABOVE [https://canva.link/g89bxod9l7dd1gg]!
THIS EVENT BENEFITS THE MARCH OF DIMES, THE CHESAPEAKE BAY TRUST, THE US COAST GUARD, AND OTHER LOCAL CHARITIES.
THE 2026 GREAT CHESAPEAKE BAY SWIM IS DOING A SUNRISE SWIM IN 2026!
RACE DAY IS JUNE 14TH, 2026, WITH A 6:45AM START TIME FOR THE 4.4 MILE SWIM. WE ARE CURRENTLY PLANNING ON HAVING THE 1 MILE SWIM BEGIN AT 7:30AM.THE 1 MILE START TIME IS SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL.
Two emails have gone out. One to the 2025 4.4 Mile Swimmers with information about the Early Bird program (complete the 4.4 mile swim with us and receive a special offer for the following year).
The other email has gone out to our 2024 4.4 Mile Swimmers who were unable to join us in 2025.
If you fall in to either of these categories and didn't receive an email from us on Sept 30th, 2025, please reach out ASAP at info@bayswim.com
DON'T FORGET, OUR NEWLY DESIGNED SITE (WWW.BAYSWIM.COM) AND OUR EMAIL OF INFO@BAYSWIM.COM ARE YOUR SOURCES FOR ALL OF YOUR UP TO DATE INFORMATION!!!
CURRENT WATER TEMPERATURE READINGS HTTPS://WWW.NDBC.NOAA.GOV/STATION_PAGE.PHP?STATION=44063 [https://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/station_page.php?station=44063]
DON'T FORGET TO FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK AT HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/GREATCHESAPEAKEBAYSWIM [https://www.facebook.com/greatchesapeakebayswim] !!
THIS EVENT BENEFITS THE MARCH OF DIMES, THE CHESAPEAKE BAY TRUST, THE US COAST GUARD, AND OTHER LOCAL CHARITIES.
THE 2026 GREAT CHESAPEAKE BAY SWIM IS DOING A SUNRISE SWIM IN 2026!
RACE DAY IS JUNE 14TH, 2026, WITH A 6:45AM START TIME FOR THE 4.4 MILE SWIM. WE ARE CURRENTLY PLANNING ON HAVING THE 1 MILE SWIM BEGIN AT 7:30AM.THE 1 MILE START TIME IS SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL.
Two emails have gone out. One to the 2025 4.4 Mile Swimmers with information about the Early Bird program (complete the 4.4 mile swim with us and receive a special offer for the following year).
The other email has gone out to our 2024 4.4 Mile Swimmers who were unable to join us in 2025.
If you fall in to either of these categories and didn't receive an email from us on Sept 30th, 2025, please reach out ASAP at info@bayswim.com
DON'T FORGET, OUR NEWLY DESIGNED SITE (WWW.BAYSWIM.COM) AND OUR EMAIL OF INFO@BAYSWIM.COM ARE YOUR SOURCES FOR ALL OF YOUR UP TO DATE INFORMATION!!!
CURRENT WATER TEMPERATURE READINGS HTTPS://WWW.NDBC.NOAA.GOV/STATION_PAGE.PHP?STATION=44063 [https://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/station_page.php?station=44063]
DON'T FORGET TO FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK AT HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/GREATCHESAPEAKEBAYSWIM [https://www.facebook.com/greatchesapeakebayswim] !!
Races
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Great Chesapeake 4.4 Mile Bay Swim
Incl. $25.23 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sun 14th June 2026 (6:45AM EDT)
$375.23
CLOSED -
Great Chesapeake 1 Mile Bay Challenge
Incl. $6.66 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 14th June 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$81.66
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Location
Libby's Coastal Kitchen (Formerly Hemingways), 357 Pier One Road-, Stevensville Libby's Coastal Kitchen, 21666, MD, United States
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