Sylvan Lake Open Water Swim | RnR Premier Events

July 18th, 2026

Sylvan Lake Park

(Sylvan Lake, AB)

6km, 4km, 2km, 500m

What You Get

official chip timing
a SLOWS microfiber swim towel
- guaranteed towel deadline June 1st, 2026
a SLOWS silicone swim cap
a finisher's medal
post-race drinks and snacks

Race Fees

6km (ages 16+)

Register between August 1st - December 31st (end of day) = $95 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between January 1st - May 31st (end of day) = $100 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between June 1st - June 30th (end of day) = $105 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between July 1st - July 16th (end of day) = $110 (plus taxes and fees)
Onsite/Package Pick Up Registration = $130

4km (ages 14+)

Register between August 1st - December 31st (end of day) = $90 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between January 1st - May 31st (end of day) = $95 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between June 1st - June 30th (end of day) = $100 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between July 1st - July 16th (end of day) = $105 (plus taxes and fees)
Onsite/Package Pick Up Registration = $125

2km (ages 12+)

Register between August 1st - December 31st (end of day) = $85 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between January 1st - May 31st (end of day) = $90 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between June 1st - June 30th (end of day) = $95 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between July 1st - July 16th (end of day) = $100 (plus taxes and fees)
Onsite/Package Pick Up Registration = $120

500m (ages 10+)

Register between August 1st - December 31st (end of day) = $80 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between January 1st - May 31st (end of day) = $85 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between June 1st - June 30th (end of day) = $90 (plus taxes and fees)
Register between July 1st - July 16th (end of day) = $95 (plus taxes and fees)
Onsite/Package Pick Up Registration = $115

There are no refunds however, you can roll over your registration to 2026 for a fee of $50 BEFORE June 1st, 2026 or transfer your entry to another racer for a fee of $20.

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After June 1st, there are no rollovers including injuries or illnesses.You may however, transfer your registration to another racer for a fee of $20.

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You may transfer to another category within the Sylvan Lake Open Water Swim to a shorter distance for free, or to a longer distance for a charge of the difference of what you paid and the current price of entry up to July 17th, 2026.

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NOTE: By registering you take responsibility that you understand and agree to this statement.

Race Details

Sylvan Lake is a town in central Alberta, Canada. It is located 25 kilometers west of the City of Red Deer along Highway 11 or Highway 11A. It is situated on the southeast edge of Sylvan Lake, a 15-kilometre-long freshwater lake, in Red Deer County.

It is just over a 90-minute drive from Calgary to Sylvan Lake, and about an hour and 45 minutes from Edmonton.

The race starts and ends from Sylvan Lake Park (beside the beach volleyball courts).

Parking is all around except right in front of the main beach area as the road is closed during the summer. Please park in the areas and around and walk (approximately a 2 minute walk).

Race Course

2km swim = 1 lap

4km swim = 2 laps

6km swim = 3 laps

500m swimmers will have an out-and-back route.

Upon completion, athletes must run up onto shore to cross the timing mat under the finisher's arch.

Friday, July 17th

Nexsource Centre (4823 49 Ave, Sylvan Lake)

6:00pm - 8:00pm - Package Pick Up

Saturday, July 18th

Sylvan Lake Park (4403 Lakeshore Drive, Sylvan Lake)

6:00am - 6:30am - 6km and 4km Package Pick Up and Timing Chip Pick Up

6:30am - 7:00am - 2km Package Pick Up and Timing Chip Pick Up

7:00am - Pre-Race Meeting for 6km, 4km and 2km Events

7:05am - 6km Swim Start

7:15 - 4km Swim Start

7:25 - 2km Swim Start

9:30am - Swim Cut-Off for 6km, 4km and 2km Event

9:15am - Awards Ceremony - 6km, 4km and 2km Events

9:00am - 9:30am - 500m Package Pick Up and Timing Chip Pick Up

9:30am - Pre-Race Meeting for 500m

9:35am - 500m Rolling Start

10:15am - Swim Cut-Off for 500m Event

10:15am - 500m Awards Ceremony

Schedule

you must wear the designated swim cap you are given
you must start in your designated wave start
you may do any stroke you choose or a combination of strokes
no intentional grabbing, blocking, or impeding another swimmer
drafting off other swimmers is allowed
no snorkels, fins, paddles, pull buoys, or flotation devices allowed
you have the option/personal choice to wear a wetsuit or not
spectators may NOT be in kayaks/paddle boards and be alongside you as you swim
- we will have paddle boards and kayaks on the water, you may grab on to them as long as you need however, they may not move your forward
if you decide to stop and get out of the water (on your own or rescued by watercraft) you must come to the timing tent to give your timing chip and speak to them to let them know you stopped
NO NUDITY ALLOWED on beach or in water. Please change prior to arriving and after you are finished in one of the washrooms near by
organizers may delay, shorten, or cancel the swim due to weather, water conditions, or safety concerns