Crown City Open Water Swim
July 5, 2026 • Coronado, CA
Dive into the Crown City Open Water Swim on July 5, 2026 and experience one of Coronado’s favorite waterfront traditions in beautiful Glorietta Bay.
With race distances for all experience levels including the 250m Youth Dash, Half Mile Open Water Swim, and the 1 Mile Open Water Swim, participants will enjoy scenic bay views, a fun community atmosphere, and an unforgettable finish line along the Coronado waterfront.
Whether you’re racing for a personal best or simply soaking in the holiday weekend energy, the Crown City Open Water Swim is the perfect way to close out Fourth of July weekend in Coronado.
Take on the featured main event of Crown City Open Water Swim with a scenic 1-mile course through beautiful Glorietta Bay. Perfect for experienced swimmers and recreational athletes looking for a rewarding open water challenge with calm waters and incredible Coronado views.
Perfect for youth swimmers, first-time open water participants, and swimmers building confidence beyond the pool. The ½ Mile Open Water Swim offers a shorter, approachable course through protected bay waters while still delivering the excitement and accomplishment of open water racing.
Designed for young swimmers looking to join the race day fun, the 250m Youth/Kids Sprint Swim provides a safe and exciting introduction to open water swimming. This short course is all about building confidence, encouraging participation, and celebrating the next generation of swimmers.
📍 Tidelands Park — Coronado, California
🕑 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Participants are strongly encouraged to pick up their race packet before race morning to help avoid long lines and ensure a smooth race day experience.
📍 Glorietta Bay Park — Coronado, California
7:00 AM — Athlete Check-In & Race Day Registration Opens
8:00 AM — Warm-Up Begin
8:30 AM — Men’s Open (39 & Under)
8:40 AM — Men’s Masters (40+)
8:50 AM — Women’s Open (39 & Under)
9:00 AM — Women’s Masters (40+)
9:10 AM — Non-Competitive / Wetsuit Wave
10:00 AM — Half-Mile Open Water Swim
10:30 AM — Kids 250M Sprint Swim
11:00 AM — Water Clear
*Schedule subject to change.
• Cool off Fourth of July weekend in beautiful Glorietta Bay
• Official Crown City Open Water Swim Race T-Shirt
• Commemorative Finisher Medal
• Crown City Open Water Swim Cap
• Live Finisher Results
• Scenic Waterfront Swim Course
• Overall and Age Group Awards
For more than 60 years, Coronado Swim Team Elite (CSTE) has helped develop swimmers of all ages and skill levels throughout San Diego County. Focused on athlete development, confidence, teamwork, and a lifelong love of the water, CSTE provides a positive and encouraging environment for both recreational and competitive swimmers.
As the Community Swim Partner of the Crown City Open Water Swim, CSTE helps support and grow the sport of swimming in Southern California while creating opportunities for swimmers to experience open water racing in a safe, scenic, and community-driven setting.
Participants and supporters can make an optional donation to help support Coronado Swim Team Elite and its mission to inspire the next generation of swimmers.
Headquartered in Coronado, CA, Easy Day Sports is a dynamic event production agency that focuses on premier professionally managed endurance sports events.
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