Mermaid Open Water Swim
- Date
- August 9, 2026
- Location
- Stuart Beach Park, Stuart, FL
- Distance
- Two Mile Swim · Mile Swim · Half Mile Swim & more
From the Organizer
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
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
91°
Typical Low
76°
Chance of Rain
51%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stuart, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Stuart, FL
Elevation
17 ft
Nearest Airport
VRB
Vero Beach Regional Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
PBI
Palm Beach International Airport · 35 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Mermaid Open Water Swim?
- Mermaid Open Water Swim is a swimming race held in Stuart, Florida on August 9, 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 Mermaid Open Water Swim?
- Sunday, August 9, 2026 in Stuart, Florida at Stuart Beach Park, Stuart, FL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Mermaid Open Water Swim?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Mermaid Open Water Swim
Aug 9, 2026