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Ladrigan Swim Races


*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 09/07/2025
Celebrate the end of summer with a favorite tradition, the Arthur J. Ladrigan Swim Races and Family Fun Day at Bayley Beach, on Sunday, September 7. This event brings the community together for a morning of open-water races and classic beachside fun.

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9:00 AM

Lighthouse Race

The day kicks off with the Lighthouse Race, a one-mile swim from the iconic Green’s Ledge Lighthouse to shore.

10:00 AM

Buoy Race

Next up is the Buoy Race, a shorter swim from the buoy back to the beach, and then the Children’s Swim Races, grouped by age and held in shallow water parallel to the beach—perfect for our youngest Rowatonites!

11:00 AM

Beach Games

After the races and a brief competitor celebration, the fun continues with beach games for the whole family, including a tug-of-war, pie-eating contest, and the always-popular egg toss!

Details:

- All swimmers must be accompanied by a kayak escort

Whether you’re racing, cheering, or just enjoying the day by the water, this is a great event to close out the summer season. For more information, please contact Craig Coleman.


*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.

Location:

PO Box 302
Rowayton, CT, 06853
United States
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The event has already taken place on this date: 
09/07/2025
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Ages

All Ages Adults & kids together Adults without kids