City Splash 2023
Schedule
Sat Jun 17 2023 at 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm
Location
Public Dock by Fiedler Field on DCR's Charles River Esplanade | Boston, MA
Come swim the Charles and join the movement to return public river swimming to Boston!
About this Event
Join the Charles River Conservancy's movement to reclaim urban river swimming in the Charles River! City Splash is your only chance to jump in the Charles! This summer marks the 7th year of City Splash, with over 1,200 people experiencing the joy of swimming the Charles River to date. Register for a swim slot today!
Date: Saturday, June 17th
Time: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Fiedler Dock on DCR's Charles River Esplanade
Important Event Information1. This swim takes place in deep water.
2. Swimming is only allowed for registered participants during their pre-registered 25-minute swim slot. Due to demand, swimmers may only register for one swim slot.
3. All participants must be 18 years old or older, comfortable swimming and treading in deep water and able to climb in and out of the water via a dock ladder.
4. All flotation devices are prohibited.
5. The Charles River is turbid and visibility within the water is limited; there may be hidden hazards; swimmers are advised to stay on the surface of the water.
6. Lifeguards will be on duty during the event.
7. Changing tents and a bag check will be provided.
8. The rain date for this event is set for Sunday June 18, 2023. In the event of postponement, the event will be moved to June 18th and participants registered for June 17th will have their registration transferred to June 18th for the same time slot.
9. Access to the dock and swim area will be strictly limited to registered swimmers.
10. For safety reasons, animals will not be allowed on the dock or in the designated swim area; however, service animals are welcome. We appreciate knowing in advance if a service animal will be joining you. Please contact [email protected] with this information or if you need additional accessibility accommodations.
11. Event updates and other rules for the event will be distributed to participants via email before the event. To ensure you receive important updates, please provide an email address that you check regularly.
Learn more about our goals and visions for swimming in the river and City Splash ! This free event is made possible by our generous sponsors and the support of swimmers. If you enjoy the event, please consider making a .
Email [email protected] with questions.
Where is it happening?
Public Dock by Fiedler Field on DCR's Charles River Esplanade, 47 David G Mugar Way, Boston, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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