Ladrigan Swim Races
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Location
- Bayley Beach, Norwalk, CT
- Distance
- 500m · 1000m · 1500m
- Price
- $30
From the Organizer
Celebrate the end of the summer with the annual Arthur J. Ladrigan Swim Races and Family Fun Day at Bayley Beach. We’ll start the swim races with the Lighthouse Race (a one-mile swim from Green’s Ledge Lighthouse to shore). Check-in for Lighthouse Race swimmers and their kayak escorts will start at 8:30 AM. At 9:30 AM shuttle boats will begin taking swimmers to the light, where they can view the amazing renovations done over the last five years, and enjoy light refreshments. The race will be started by the Lighthouse foghorn promptly at 10:30.
Simultaneous with the Lighthouse Race is the Buoy Race (a swim from the buoy to the shore). Last but certainly not least, are the non-timed Children’s Swim Races, which are grouped by age and run parallel to the beach.
After the awards ceremony, all are invited to join in the traditional beach games, including tug-of-war, a pie-eating contest and an egg toss!
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
77°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stamford 5 N, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Norwalk, CT
Population
91,375
as of 2023
City Elevation
238 ft
Nearest Airport
HPN
Westchester County Airport · 17 mi
Major Hub
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ladrigan Swim Races?
- Ladrigan Swim Races is a swimming race held in Norwalk, Connecticut on September 12, 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 swimming races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Ladrigan Swim Races?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Norwalk, Connecticut at Bayley Beach. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ladrigan Swim Races?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ladrigan Swim Races
Sep 12, 2026