Mermaid Open Water Swim

  • Date Sun 9th August 2026
  • Location Virtual Event
  • Price $27.50 - $59.30
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready to dive into the excitement at the 12th Annual Mermaid Open Water Swim on Sunday, August 9th, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Stuart, Florida, this event offers a fantastic opportunity for swimmers of all levels to make a splash in a safe and organized environment. Participants can choose from four exhilarating distances: a challenging two-mile swim, a fun one-mile swim, a half-mile swim, or the Lil' Mermaid Splash, a delightful 200-yard open water swim perfect for younger swimmers or beginners. For those who prefer to join virtually, there’s also a virtual swim option. Whether you're a seasoned mermaid or merman, or just looking to enjoy a day by the beach, this is an event you won't want to miss! Join us for a memorable day of swimming, fun, and community spirit!

Organiser's Description

ARE YOU A MERMAID OR MERMAN OR JUST WANT TO ENJOY AN ORGANIZED AND SAFE OPEN WATER SWIM? OUR 12TH ANNUAL OCEAN SWIM WILL BE OFFERING FOUR GREAT DISTANCES AGAIN! THE SWIM WILL BE HELD AT THE PRISTINE BEACH IN STUART, FLORIDA.

FIVE DISTANCES INCLUDE:

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TWO MILE SWIM

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ONE MILE SWIM

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HALF-MILE SWIM

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LIL' MERMAID SPLASH (200 YARDS OWS)

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VIRTUAL SWIM

Races

  • Two Mile Swim

    Incl. $4.30 Fee

    $59.30

    There will be awards given out to the top 3 males and females in each age group, as well as the top overall male/female. Participants will receive food and drinks following the event. PACKET PICKUP: - Race Day Packet pick-up begins promptly at 6:30 AM - Swim Caps only guaranteed to the first 400 participants PARKING: - Enter the park and make a right into the west parking lot - There is NO CHARGE for parking - Check-in at the Game On Race Trailer - Head to the beach for the swim start SWIM COURSE (OUT AND BACK): Two Mile Swim: Swim straight out, keeping the first orange buoy to your left, round it and continue north, keeping the next buoys to your left side. At the final red buoy, swimmers round the buoy keeping it on their left side and continue back south keeping all yellow buoys to your left side. Pass the green buoy, keeping it on your right, and continue back to the first red buoy to start your second lap. Once back at the green buoy for the second time, round it, keeping it to your right side and head towards shore/finish line.
  • Mile Swim

    Incl. $3.70 Fee

    $48.70

    There will be awards given out to the top 3 male and female in each age group, as well as the top overall male/female. Participants will receive food and drinks following the event. PACKET PICKUP: - Race Day Packet pick-up begins promptly at 6:30 AM - Swim Caps only guaranteed to the first 400 participants PARKING: - Enter park and make a right into the west lot - There is NO CHARGE for parking - Check in at the Game On Race Events trailer - Head to the beach for the swim start COURSE INFORMATION (OUT AND BACK): One Mile Swim: Swim straight out, keeping the first orange buoy to your left, round it and continue north, keeping the next buoys to your left side. At the final red buoy, swimmers round the buoy keeping it on their left side and continue back south keeping all yellow buoys to your left side. At the green buoy, round it, keeping it to your right side and head towards shore/finish line.
  • Half Mile Swim

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    $38.10

    There will be awards given out to the top 3 male and female in each age group, as well as the top overall male/female. Participants will receive food and drinks following the event. PACKET PICKUP: - Race Day Packet pick-up begins promptly at 6:30 AM - Swim Caps only guaranteed to the first 400 participants PARKING: - Enter the park and make a right into the west parking lot - There is NO CHARGE for parking - Head to the beach for the swim start COURSE INFORMATION (OUT AND BACK): Half Mile Swim: Swim straight out, keeping the first orange buoy to your left, round it and continue north, keeping the next yellow buoy to your left side. At the next red buoy, swimmers round the buoy keeping it on their left side and continue back south keeping the yellow buoys to your left side. At the green buoy, round it, keeping it to your right side and head towards shore/finish line.
  • Lil' Mermaid Splash

    Incl. $2.50 Fee

    $27.50

    There will be awards given out to the top 10 overall male and female finishers. Participants will receive food and drinks following the event. PACKET PICKUP: - Race Day Packet pick-up begins promptly at 6:30 AM - Swim Caps only guaranteed to the first 400 participants PARKING: - Enter the park and make a right into the north parking lot - Park anywhere in that area - Check-in at Pavillion 8 - Head under the tunnel to swim start - Swim start at Tower 19 COURSE INFORMATION (OUT AND BACK): - Swim 100 yards east to the first buoy - Go around the buoy - Swim 100 yards west to finish - Come out of water, jog, 25 yards to finish
  • Any Distance Virtual Swim

    Incl. $4.30 Fee & Custom Finisher Medal

    $59.30

    You may choose your distance in the virtual swim! Each participant in the virtual option will receive a special edition Mermaid Glass + swim cap. Registration/Packet Pickup Information: - Registration: $55 - Packet will be mailed to you!

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