NYC Oyster Swim
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location New York, New York
- Price $250.00
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us on Thursday, January 1st, 2026, for the exhilarating NYC Oyster Swim, taking place around the stunning Governors Island in New York! This festive event is designed to celebrate City of Water Day while raising vital funds for the Billion Oyster Project. Swimmers will enjoy a unique 2-mile (3.3-kilometer) circumnavigation of the island, starting from Castle Williams and making a counterclockwise route to the Pier 101 Kayak Dock. It's a perfect opportunity for both seasoned swimmers and newcomers to experience the beauty of New York's waterways while contributing to an important environmental cause. Don’t miss out on this thrilling aquatic adventure!
Organiser's Description
Join us for a circumnavigation swim of Governors Island! This event will be a celebration of City of Water Day, and will highlight and raise funds to support the important work of the Billion Oyster Project.
LOCATION: Around Governors Island, counter clockwise from Castle Williams to Pier 101 Kayak Dock.
DISTANCE: 2 Miles | 3.3 Kilometers
LOCATION: Around Governors Island, counter clockwise from Castle Williams to Pier 101 Kayak Dock.
DISTANCE: 2 Miles | 3.3 Kilometers
Races
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NYC Oyster Swim
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 1st January 2026 (12:00AM EST)
$250.00
Swimmers will enter the water near Castle Williams and will swim counterclockwise around Governors Island to exit at Pier 101 Kayak Dock.
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