Wild Fish Swim Festival
- Date
- August 9, 2026
- Location
- 102 Webb St, Salem, MA
- Distance
- 1/2 Mile Swim · 1 Mile · 2 Mile
From the Organizer
This annual community open water swim event typically attracts an average of 200 swimmers split between three different distances. The temperature of the water is typically about 66 degrees F. The swim takes place in a calm, protected cove, and is well supported with at least a dozen volunteers in kayaks/paddleboarders. Cozy unisex t-shirts will be guaranteed for all participants pre-registered by August 1st. Latex swim caps will be provided for all swimmers. If you are allergic to latex, please feel free to bring your own.
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
82°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beverly Muni Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Salem, MA
Population
42,408
as of 2023
Elevation
43 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 16 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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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 Wild Fish Swim Festival?
- Wild Fish Swim Festival is a swimming race held in Salem, Massachusetts 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 Wild Fish Swim Festival?
- Sunday, August 9, 2026 in Salem, Massachusetts at 102 Webb St, Salem, MA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Wild Fish Swim Festival?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Wild Fish Swim Festival
Aug 9, 2026