Upcoming Swimming Races in Tennessee

Endurance Grid lists 3 swimming races in Tennessee, from August to October 2026 across 2 cities.

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The lay of the land

Swimming Races in Tennessee

The swimming race calendar in Tennessee is busiest in August, September, and October, with races most often in Knoxville and Chattanooga.

What open water swimming is

Open water swim races take place in lakes, rivers, bays, and oceans. The course is marked by big buoys, with kayaks and lifeguards shadowing it the whole way. The water is the variable: currents, chop, temperature, and the need to sight and navigate for yourself.

There’s a distance for every level. A 500 to 750m swim is a good starting point to learn the sport, and most events stack several distances — a mile, 5K, 10K — on the same day, so you can start on the same course as the veterans.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many swimming races are in Tennessee?+
Endurance Grid's Race Calendar lists 3 upcoming swimming races in Tennessee across 2 cities, from August to October 2026.
What swimming distances are offered in Tennessee?+
Swimming races in Tennessee include 10K and 5K distances.
When is swimming season in Tennessee?+
Swimming season in Tennessee runs spring through fall — the warmer months when open water is race-ready. Of the upcoming swimming races on Endurance Grid's Race Calendar, the most are in August and September.
Which Tennessee cities have swimming races?+
Swimming races in Tennessee are held in Knoxville and Chattanooga.

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