Across the Lake Swim Kelowna
Saturday, July 18th, 2026
The Across the Lake Swim Kelowna is Canada's largest and longest running open water swim. With a history dating back to 1949, it was initially used as a rite of passage for local swim clubs and was a major part of the Kelowna Regatta.
Today, it serves as a bucket list item for friends and families, who take on the classic 2.1km distance across stunning Okanagan Lake. Not quite ready for the 2.1km? Try the shorter 1.5km across the lake.
Your registration includes FREE Fresh Air Open Water Swim Clinics that take place every Saturday for 5 weeks before the swim. Also included:
- Cool swag,
- Event cap
- Finish line food
- Insurance
- Transportation to the start line
- Awards at the finish
- and the thrill of swimming across Okanagan Lake!
The prices shown include all fees and taxes. No surprises at checkout!
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
2.1km Swim Closed
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Our main event! Swim the classic route others have swum for the past 77 years! Youth (16 & Under) and Seniors (60+) get a $10 discount which is automatically applied at checkout. Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female in each age group.
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2.1km Competitive Closed
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This registration is for more advanced swimmers who wish to compete in a competitive environment. Youth (16 & Under) and Seniors (60+) get a $10 discount which is automatically applied at checkout. This swim will start earlier than the main swim and will be a group start. Awards will be given for top three in each age group. ** SUPPORT PADDLERS ARE NOT ALLOWED **
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1.5km Swim Closed
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Not quite ready for the 2.1km distance? Try this shortened version across Okanagan Lake! Youth (16 & Under) and Seniors (60+) get a $5 discount which is automatically applied at checkout. Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female in each age group.
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Kids Shore Splash 25m or 50m (Kids aged 5-12) Closed
Contact information
- Event contact
- Peter Rudd
- Phone
- 1-866-429-ATLS
- Website
- Visit website
