Event details are subject to change; check the Event websites in each listing and the Events page at USMS.org for entry information, directions, and details. See events in Monthly Calendar format
Fifteenth Charles River One Mile Swim
One-mile loop course between Harvard and Longfellow Bridge. Water start. Limited to 240 swimmers.
USMS Sanction: 026-W002
Swim Across America - Fairfield
Proceeds benefit cancer research in Fairfield County.
Not Sanctioned by USMS
Irish Masters LC International Open Meet (50m)
The international event will be held over two days at the Sport Ireland National Aquatic Centre from 3 - 4 July.
2026 USMS Open Water Marathon Distance Nationals
The 2026 event will include the USMS Marathon Distance Open Water National Championship (10K). Other distances will be offered on Saturday and Sunday as part of the Rogue Valley Masters Open Water Series.
USMS Sanction: coming soon
Swim Across America - Long Island Sound
Proceeds benefit cancer care and research in New York.
Not Sanctioned by USMS
47th Annual Point to Point
The 47th Annual Point to Point, a one-mile open water charity swim, takes place at Compo Beach in Westport, CT and benefits local aquatics programs and safety.
Swim Across the Sound Marathon
Long Island Sound crossing from Whitehall Beach, Port Jefferson NY to Captain’s Cove Seaport, Bridgeport CT. Distance: 15.5 miles. Proceeds provide cancer patients and their families with financial assistance.
2026 Summer National Championship
2026 Summer National Championship; Long Course Meters.
USMS Sanction : coming soon
USMS Relay & National Coaches Convention
Relay’s theme is event development. We’ll provide practical sessions designed to help attendees improve events in their area and increase participation. Our goal is to equip volunteers with tools and strategies that can be implemented immediately to improve our members’ experience locally.
The National Coaches Clinic will provide targeted education for coaches that helps them provide great workouts for members across the country and increase the size of their clubs.
2026 Connecticut Masters Games Swim Meet
This is the annual swim meet and qualifier for the National Senior Games. Open to athletes over 18. Out-of-state participants are welcome to compete in any of the CT Masters' Games sport offerings.
Event website
USMS Sanction: 056-S003
Soundview Y Stingrays Masters 2026 Spring Classic
Join us for the Soundview Y Stingrays Masters 2026 Spring Classic—an exciting day of racing, community, and fun in the pool! This special event is proudly hosted by Guilford High School senior Hannah Brown as part of her Senior Project, bringing together swimmers of all abilities for a meaningful and energetic competition.
Event website
USMS Sanction : 146-R002
2026 Spring National Championship
USMS National Championship at the state-of-the-art Greensboro Aquatics Center.
Event website
USMS Sanction : 146-R002
2026 YMCA Masters Nationals
This annual meet is open to all swimmers (whether USMS members or not), BUT all participants must be members of a YMCA.
USMS Sanction : 146-R002
2026 Metropolitan SCY Champs at Nassau Aquatics Center
Event Website
USMS Sanction : 066-S002
2026 USMS Open Water National
USMS Sprint-Distance Open Water Nationals (1-mile): Friday, April 3; USMS Long-Distance Open Water Nationals (5K): Saturday, April 4.
USMS Sanction: #146-W001
Swim with Nick Ocean Race
The Swim with Nick Ocean Race is dedicated to the memory of Nicholas Dworet of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Proceeds from the race benefit the swimming community, including scholarships and Special Olympics.
New England Short Course Yards Championship
All events except the 1000 and 1650.
Event website
USMS Sanction : 026-S001
New England Short Course Yards Championship - Distance Day
Distance Events (1000 and 1650) only. All other events March 20-22.
Event website
USMS Sanction : 026-S001