Bay Bridge Paddle
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Distance
- The Span SUP · The Span Surfski · The Span Sea Kayak & more
From the Organizer
The 9th Annual Bay Bridge Paddle is a paddlesports showcase on the Chesapeake Bay. There are divisions for kayaks, SUPs, surfskis, prone, outrigger canoe and three courses for all skill levels: The Span (9M), The Steamer (3M), and The Soft Shell (1M). If you don't see your craft type, reach out to us an we can try to include it. After the race, kick back with your paddle people and enjoy the Maryland Seafood Festival with live music, great food, raffles benefitting the Foundation for Community Betterment, and awards ceremony. Over $2k in cash prizes will be awarded to top finishers in the Span course! You can also register for our clinics in the store. Need to rent a board? Click here for information.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
66°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Annapolis Police Brks, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Annapolis, MD
Nearest Airport
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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97
Days to train
- Race
- Bay Bridge Paddle
- Date
- September 13, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bay Bridge Paddle?
- Bay Bridge Paddle is a running race held in Annapolis, Maryland on September 13, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Bay Bridge Paddle?
- Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Annapolis, Maryland at 1100 E College Pkwy, Annapolis, MD. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bay Bridge Paddle?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Bay Bridge Paddle
Sep 13, 2026